FDA proposes updates to infant formula nutrient requirements

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed changes to the nutrient specifications and labeling requirements for infant formula, according to the Federal Register.

This proposed action would adjust the minimum and maximum levels of four required nutrients, alter units of measurement for some nutrients, and modify permitted nutrient sources and labeling content, the FDA said in its document.

The FDA's proposal is part of a phased, comprehensive review of infant formula nutrients, marking the first nutrition review of formula in nearly three decades, as reported by The Hill.

The regulatory update aims to ensure infant formula meets current nutritional standards and includes a thorough assessment of four additional nutrients, with conclusions about the adequacy of current levels.

If finalized, these changes will update the standards for infant formula nutrient content and labeling to better reflect current scientific knowledge and nutritional needs.