FDA proposes updating infant formula nutrient requirements

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The FDA has proposed a rule to update nutrient requirements for infant formula, the first review of those standards in nearly 30 years. The reports do not specify the proposed changes or when a final rule could take effect.

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Why it matters

The standards affect infant formula makers and families who rely on formula in the United States. Any changes would depend on the proposal’s details and the rulemaking process.