Maryland HB196 mandates testing and labeling of baby food for toxic heavy metals, including infant formula.

Maryland HB196 requires manufacturers of baby food to test for toxic heavy metals and disclose the results on their websites. The bill defines "baby food" to include infant formula and mandates that labels include a QR code for consumers to access test results. Starting January 1, 2025, baby food containing toxic heavy metals above FDA limits cannot be sold in Maryland. The law takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB196 mandates testing and labeling of baby food for toxic heavy metals, including infant formula.

Maryland HB196 requires manufacturers of baby food to test for toxic heavy metals and disclose the results on their websites. The bill defines "baby food" to include infant formula and mandates that labels include a QR code for consumers to access test results. Starting January 1, 2025, baby food containing toxic heavy metals above FDA limits cannot be sold in Maryland. The law takes effect October 1, 2026.