What is Being Done to Reduce the Presence of Heavy Metals in Baby Food and Formula?

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pehsu
04/17/2025
  • Healthy Babies Bright Futures is a coalition of scientists, health professionals, and community-based organizations working together to support programs and policies that will reduce children’s exposure to contaminants.  
  • The FDA has the ability to set strict enforceable guidelines to limit levels of heavy metals in baby food. In March 2025, they announced plans to conduct a comprehensive review of infant formula for the first time since 1998.
  • If you have specific questions or concerns and want to speak to someone, contact your regional PEHSU. 
Type: Children's Health Issue: Food SafetyHeavy MetalsInfo For: Families & CommunitiesPEHSU: National PEHSUExposure Pathway: Consumer ProductsFoodSoil