Supply Issues Danone Nutricia Ltd (Medical) Infant Drink ABT740 (ICN 3237)

Change:

• The supplier Danone Nutricia Ltd (Medical) has informed us of a supply issue with its Infant Drink product.
• One product is affected:
  • ABT740 – Infant Drinks 90ml sterilised.
• The supply issue is due to increased demand and lead times.
• Due to this ongoing supply issue this product is now subject to Protect Demand Management.

Impact:

• The affected product is available to order through NHS Supply Chain. However, trusts are allocated a maximum daily quantity or “threshold” to ensure fair supply of available stock across the NHS.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
  • ABT85006 – Infant Drinks Sterilised Water Suitable from birth Vegetarian.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives and for a full list of codes subject to Protect Demand Management.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 16 February 2026.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier, and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• However, as this is currently a disrupted market and supply is subject to rapid change, the alternatives offered may also be experiencing temporary supply issues and therefore, customers may need to consider clinically reviewing all additional alternatives provided.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products, we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these products.