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Sourced walkthroughs of FDA guidance, Consumer Reports tests, and California AB 899 disclosures — numbers quoted from the linked sources only.
FDA's Draft Cadmium Limits for Baby Food (2026): What the Numbers Mean for Parents
FDA proposed its first cadmium action levels for baby food in October 2026. Here is what 10, 25, 45 and 20 ppb mean, which foods they cover, and how to check AB 899 lot results against them.
Infant Formula and Heavy Metals in 2026: What FDA's 312-Sample Testing and Consumer Reports Found
FDA tested 312 infant formula samples for lead, arsenic, cadmium and mercury; Consumer Reports tested 90 formulas across two rounds. Here is what each found, why their numbers differ, and what it means for parents.