New York A09026 requires testing of baby food and infant formula for toxic heavy metals and disclosure of test results.
New York A09026, known as the "Baby Food and Infant Formula Safety and Transparency Act," mandates that manufacturers test baby food and infant formula for toxic heavy metals, including arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury. Manufacturers must test a representative sample of each production aggregate of their final product at least once per month using a proficient laboratory. The act prohibits the sale of products exceeding specified limits for these contaminants.
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