FDA limits toxic lead in baby food

FDA Limits Toxic Lead in Some Baby Foods
The agency issued final guidance that it estimated could reduce lead exposure from processed baby foods by about 20% to 30%. The limits are voluntary, not mandatory, for food manufacturers, but they allow the FDA to take enforcement action if foods exceed the levels.
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FDA Sets New Levels for Toxic Lead in Baby Food
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FDA limits toxic lead in baby food, but Illinois rep says more should be done
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FDA disappoints child advocates with its new limit on lead in baby food
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National impact: Baby foods to list lead, mercury, other toxic metals in California
Parents can learn the amounts of lead, mercury and other toxic heavy metals contained in baby food prior to purchase under a new California law with national impact.
California baby food labels will soon reveal levels of lead and mercury in their products
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FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
Health Advocates Are Unhappy with FDA Guidance on Lead Levels in Baby Food
The U.S. Food and Drug Association (FDA) released the first-ever guidelines for levels of lead in processed baby foods this week. However, many health and safety advocates say they are not satisfied with the guidance.
FDA sets limits for lead in many baby foods as California disclosure law takes effect
The FDA has set maximum levels for lead in baby food. A new California law requires baby food makers selling products in the state to disclose levels of four heavy metals.
FDA limits toxic lead in some baby foods – here's what to know
The FDA has set maximum levels for lead in packaged processed foods sold in jars, pouches, tubs or boxes. Here's what to know ...
FDA sets new limits for lead in baby food
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced new maximum allowable lead levels in baby foods for the first time to reduce ...