FDA limits toxic lead in baby food

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.
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 disappoints child advocates with its new limit on lead in baby food
For the first time, the US Food and Drug Administration has set a limit on the amount of lead that can be in baby foods, but critics say it’s too little, too late.
FDA sets ‘achievable’ lead levels for baby food – but are they still too high?
Final guidance from FDA affirms previously proposed caps for lead in packaged baby and toddler food that public health advocates complained did not go far enough – spurring calls for state action.
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.
FDA limits toxic lead in some baby foods
The Food and Drug Administration has set maximum levels for lead in baby foods like jarred fruits and vegetables, yogurts and dry cereal.
FDA Sets Lead Limits for Processed Baby Foods Amid Safety Concerns
In a groundbreaking move, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently implemented lead limits for processed baby foods, setting the maximum allowable content at 10 parts per billion. These new standards apply to a range of baby foods,
US FDA issues guidelines to reduce lead levels in baby foods
The FDA’s action, serving only as non-enforceable guidance, has been criticised by the NGO Center for Science in the Public Interest as insufficient.
Now You Can Check for Dangerous Heavy Metals in Baby Food
The Baby Food Safety Act of California, otherwise known as AB 899, follows years of concern over the levels of heavy metals ...
Baby food labels will reveal levels of lead and other heavy metals for first time
Baby food labels will disclose levels of lead and other toxic heavy metals via QR codes, thanks to a California law taking ...
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 ...
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 ...