Saudi authorities thwart attempt to smuggle Captagon pills

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Authorities seized 932,980 Captagon pills concealed in a shipment of pomegranates entering Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
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Authorities seized 932,980 Captagon pills concealed in a shipment of pomegranates entering Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
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Updated 24 October 2023
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Saudi authorities thwart attempt to smuggle Captagon pills

DUBA: The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority at Duba Port successfully thwarted a major smuggling operation, seizing 932,980 Captagon pills concealed in a shipment of pomegranates entering Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

The contraband was discovered during routine customs procedures and security checks. The authority immediately coordinated with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control, leading to the arrest of two individuals within the Kingdom connected to the operation.

The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority says it remains committed to safeguarding society and encourages the public to report smuggling attempts via the security report number 1910, the international number 00966114208417, or email at [email protected]. Informants providing accurate information will receive financial rewards and are guaranteed confidentiality.


Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

Updated 06 January 2026
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Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

  • Company voluntarily recalls its Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima products over concerns they might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by bacteria
  • Saudi Food and Drug Authority says recall is precautionary and no related illnesses have been reported, but advises consumers to dispose of recalled products immediately

RIYADH: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority on Tuesday warned the public not to consume certain Nestle infant formula products, after the company issued a voluntary recall over concerns about possible contamination.

The advisory covers products marketed under the Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima brands. They might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by the Bacillus cereus bacteria, which can pose a risk to infant health, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The Saudi authority said the recall was a precautionary measure and no related illnesses have been reported. Possible symptoms of exposure can include nausea, repeated vomiting and abdominal pain.

It advised consumers to dispose of the recalled products immediately, and said it was coordinating with Nestle to ensure they are removed from stores and is monitoring the process.

Full details of the affected products, including batch numbers, are available at the Saudi Food and Drug Authority website. The organization said consumers can report any food safety concerns by calling 19999.