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FDA plans to update infant formula nutrition requirements for first time in nearly 30 years

The FDA published a proposed rule on October 28, 2026, to update or reaffirm specifications for eight of the 30 nutrients required in infant formula. This represents the first nutrition review for formula in nearly three decades. The proposal includes new levels for manganese, iodine, and vitamins A and D, specifically suggesting higher vitamin D and narrower iodine limits. Acting Director Kyle Diamantas stated these changes are the biggest update to standards in nearly 30 years. The agency maintains that current formulas available in the U.S. remain safe.

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  • ✓ The FDA published a proposed rule on October 28, 2026, to update or reaffirm specifications for eight of the 30 nutrients required in infant formula.
  • ✓ This is the first major update to infant formula nutrient requirements in nearly 30 years.
  • ✓ The proposal includes new nutrient levels for iodine, manganese, and vitamins A and D.
  • ✓ The FDA is proposing higher vitamin D and narrower iodine limits.
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The FDA issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on October 28, 2026, targeting eight of the 30 required nutrients.

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  1. FDA Proposes First Major Infant Formula Nutrient Update in Nearly 30 Years

    The FDA published a proposed rule on October 28, 2026, to update or reaffirm specifications for eight of the 30 nutrients required in infant formula. This represents the first nutrition review for formula in nearly three decades. The proposal includes new levels for manganese, iodine, and vitamins A and D, specifically suggesting higher vitamin D and narrower iodine limits. Acting Director Kyle Diamantas stated these changes are the biggest update to standards in nearly 30 years. The agency maintains that current formulas available in the U.S. remain safe.

    Why it matters

    The review is part of the Trump administration's Operation Stork Speed initiative launched in March. These standards dictate the mandatory nutritional composition of baby formula to ensure infant health. The FDA is now seeking public input on these specific nutrient adjustments.

    What is confirmed

    • The FDA published a proposed rule on October 28, 2026, to update or reaffirm specifications for eight of the 30 nutrients required in infant formula.
    • This is the first major update to infant formula nutrient requirements in nearly 30 years.
    • The proposal includes new nutrient levels for iodine, manganese, and vitamins A and D.
    • The FDA is proposing higher vitamin D and narrower iodine limits.
    • The agency has opened a 120-day comment period for the proposed rule.

    Still unconfirmed

    • An expert has criticized the FDA's process as piecemeal.
    • RFK Jr. has announced plans to update infant formula standards.

    What to watch next

    • Public comment deadline on March 2, 2027.
    • Finalization of the rule regarding the eight specific nutrients.
    Sources used for this update (17)
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    2. unblock.federalregister.gov — Federal Register :: Removal of Automatic Extensions for Certain Employment Authorization Documents
    3. The Washington Post — RFK Jr. announces latest plans to update infant formula standards
    4. ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos — FDA proposes rule updating nutrient requirements for infant formula
    5. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (.gov) — Infant Formula Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Infant Formula Nutrient Requirements
    6. HHS.gov — Trump Administration Announces First Major Update to Infant Formula Standards in Nearly 30 Years
    7. CNN — FDA plans to update infant formula nutrition requirements for first time in nearly 30 years
    8. kyma.com — FDA proposes new rule to update nutrient requirements for infant formula
    9. www.cnn.com — FDA plans to update infant formula nutrition requirements for ...
    10. www.scrippsnews.com — FDA plans to update infant formula nutrition requirements for ...
    11. www.fda.gov — Infant Formula Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Infant Formula ...
    12. www.nbcnews.com — FDA plans to update nutrition rules for infant formula
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