AdvertisementAdvertisementEast AsiaA stack of diapers and baby supplies on a changing table. (File photo: iStock)22 Jun 2026 07:49PM (Updated: 22 Jun 2026 07:54PM) Bookmark Bookmark WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email LinkedInAdd CNA as a trusted source to help Google better understand and surface our content in search results.Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try.Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FASTFAST BEIJING: Chinese authorities have launched an investigation after local media reported that a rash-causing irritant had been found in nappies from brands including Huggies, Beijing's market watchdog said on Monday (Jun 22).A report from Chinese outlet Economic Information Daily last week said diapers from Huggies, Babycare and Bibabebe had tested positive for formamide, a toxic substance that can also cause dizziness.The three diaper makers said in statements over the weekend that no formamide had been detected after third-party retesting.Huggies said on Sunday it was taking legal action over "certain false, misleading and malicious brand-damaging information".Show MoreShow LessA probe has been launched with national health authorities, China's State Administration for Market Regulation said in its statement."The relevant information will be promptly announced," the watchdog said, without specifying a timeline for the investigation.It was not clear if the specific diapers accused of containing formamide were sold overseas.Issues involving children and consumer safety are particularly sensitive in China, where in 2008 around 300,000 children fell ill due to contaminated milk powder.Source: AFP/coNewsletterWeek in ReviewSubscribe to our Chief Editor’s Week in ReviewOur chief editor shares analysis and picks of the week's biggest news every Saturday.NewsletterMorning BriefSubscribe to CNA’s Morning BriefAn automated curation of our top stories to start your day.Sign up for our newslettersGet our pick of top stories and thought-provoking articles in your inboxSubscribe hereGet the CNA appStay updated with notifications for breaking news and our best storiesDownload hereGet WhatsApp alertsJoin our channel for the top reads for the day on your preferred chat appJoin hereAlso worth readingContent is loading...Expand to read the full storyGet bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try.Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FASTFAST