FDA Sets Lead Limits for Processed Baby Foods

FDA Sets New Levels for Toxic Lead in Baby Food
The FDA's new standards for toxic lead target processed baby foods such as jarred fruits, vegetables, yogurts and dry cereals.
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 limits toxic lead in baby food, but Illinois rep says more should be done
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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 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 potential health risks to infants
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,
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