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The FDA Set Guidelines for 'Acceptable' Levels of Lead in Baby Food for the First Time — but Some Experts Say It's Not Enough
On Monday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that, for the first time, it is setting guidelines for an acceptable level of lead in processed baby food, including canned fruit and vegetables, yogurts, ready-to-eat purées, and cereals.
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 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 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 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.
Health Advocates Are Unhappy with FDA Guidance on Lead Levels in Baby Food
The U.S. Food and Drug Association (FDA) released the first-ever guidelines for levels of lead in processed baby foods this week. However, many health and safety advocates say they are not satisfied with the guidance.
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Leaving FDA, Califf is unapologetic — and warns of staff departures
In an interview, outgoing FDA commissioner Robert Califf was wary of the Trump administration but unapologetic about ...
Biden FDA moves forward with rule to lower nicotine in cigarettes, a ‘gift’ to cartels, critic says
Opponents argue that the change could cause current smokers to use more cigarettes to compensate for the lower nicotine ...
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FDA issues draft guidance on marketing submissions for AI-enabled medical devices
The Food and Drug Administration issued draft guidance Jan. 6 on marketing submissions and lifecycle management for ...
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Save the Food and Drug Administration by breaking it up
Snake oil, it turns out, motivated the founding of the FDA. The term “snake oil” arose out of a controversy from the late ...
Cheese Puffs Recall as FDA Issues Risk Warning
The snacks were distributed in the state of New York and have been recalled due to undeclared additives and flavor enhancers.
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FDA Releases Draft Guidance for Labeling Plant-Based Animal-Derived Foods
Comment period is open for the public to review the new draft guidelines for labeling plant-based alternative foods.
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FDA Issues Draft Guidance on Accelerated Approval Focused on How the Agency Will Implement New Authorities
On December 5, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) issued a draft guidance entitled Expedited Program for ...
Fortress Biotech and Cyprium Therapeutics Announce U.S. FDA Acceptance and Priority Review of NDA for CUTX-101 for Treatment of Menkes Disease
Priority review granted for CUTX-101 with PDUFA target action date set for June 30, 2025Cyprium is eligible to receive royalties and up to $129 ...