Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined forces with a coalition of 20 attorneys general, urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take immediate action to safeguard babies and young children nationwide from exposure to lead and other toxic metals present in baby food.
In a strongly worded letter, AG Nessel and the coalition emphasized the urgency for the FDA to act upon their previous petitions, requesting specific guidance for the baby food industry to conduct rigorous testing for toxic metals in all finished food products.
Highlighting recent alarming incidents of childhood lead poisoning linked to tainted cinnamon applesauce pouches, Nessel stressed the critical need for manufacturers to prioritize testing, particularly for infant and toddler foods.
Despite prior recognition by the FDA of the heightened vulnerability of young children to toxic metals, current policies lack comprehensive testing mandates, leaving manufacturers with discretion.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
