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International Formula Council Statement on Bisphenol A (BPA)

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The infant formula industry takes all potential safety concerns very seriously, and we support science-based efforts to produce infant formula products of the highest possible quality.  When new information becomes available on substances like BPA, we support bringing that information forward through the accepted process of scientific peer review and evaluation. 

BPA and Babies: New Research From FDA Focuses On What Happens In Womb

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Forbes.com writer, Trevor Butterworth, looks at the bisphenol A (BPA) debate and finds that many media outlets neglect the complex studies coming out of regulatory agencies in favor of less scientific, overly simplistic studies advancing alarming health claims. He says “Not all scientific studies are created equal.” Butterworth interviews Daniel R.

Baby Formula Preparation Video for Parents Who Formula-Feed their Infants

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IFC Guidance Regarding Unsaleable Infant Formula Products

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Infant formula is the most highly regulated food in the world and continues to be the only safe, nutritious and recommended alternative to breast milk. Because it is often a sole-source food product for newborn babies, its nutrient content is critical to support a baby’s proper growth and development. To ensure appropriate nutrient levels and delivery throughout shelf life, infant formulas are made according to Good Manufacturing Practices.

BPA and Liquid Infant Formula Packaging

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International Formula Council Statement on BPA and Liquid Infant Formula Packaging

On January 15, the U.S.

Safely storing baby formula, guidelines on infant feeding

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Author of "Your Personal Guide to Breastfeeding" Barbara Dehn, RN provides guidelines on how to store baby formula prepared from powder and concentrate. When it comes to providing nutrients and other health benefits, breast milk is recommended. When moms choose to feed their babies infant formula, it's important to properly follow safe handling and storage instructions.

BPA in Premature Infants

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Study Examining BPA Exposure in Premature Infants by Calfat et al.

A study by Calfat et al. published in the January 2009 edition of Environmental Health Perspectives describes a cross-sectional study in which urine samples from premature infants in two Boston-area hospitals were analyzed for free and total BPA and other compounds.1 This critique will focus only on the results pertaining to BPA. A total of 41 infants had at least one urine sample available for analysis of BPA and the authors were able to analyze both free and total BPA in 37 infants.

FDA Science Board and BPA

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IFC Statement on FDA Science Board Subcommittee Report on Bisphenol A (BPA)

A subcommittee of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Science Board recently reviewed the FDA’s safety assessment for Bisphenol A (BPA).  The Subcommittee made recommendations for the Science Board to consider, as part of the standard multi-step scientific review process for establishing a sound risk assessment based on well-defined criteria.

Health Canada Reaffirms BPA Safety

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Health Canada Reaffirms Safety of BPA for Use in Infant Formula Packaging

Health Canada has reassured Canadians that BPA is safe for use in infant formula packaging in a recent announcement regarding its final assessment of bisphenol A (BPA).  Health Canada’s assessment included a number of risk management strategies for BPA, including applying the As Low as Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principle to minimize exposure of BPA to newborns and infants up to 18 months of age.  Health Canada has stated BPA “exposure to newborns and infants is below levels that cause effects.”