Federal Register #FDA-2025-D-4023

FDA Draft Guidance Proposes Cadmium Action Levels for Processed Foods for Young Children

The FDA is proposing cadmium action levels for certain processed foods intended for children under 2; this notice is not a solicitation for products or services. - Government agency: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Food and Drug Administration (FDA). - Proposed action levels: - 10 parts per billion (ppb) for fruits, vegetables other than single-ingredient carrots, and mixtures. - 25 ppb for single-ingredient carrots and single-ingredient meats. - 45 ppb for dry infant cereals. - 20 ppb for yogurts, puddings, and custards. - Purpose: If finalized, FDA may consider these levels, along with other factors, when evaluating whether to take enforcement action. - Comments sought: FDA invites input on the proposed levels and whether the available evidence supports different thresholds. - Procurement: No products or services are being requested, and no OEMs, vendors, quantities, or part numbers are identified.

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The FDA announces the availability of draft guidance proposing action levels for cadmium in certain processed foods intended for children under 2 years old. If finalized, the guidance would set levels for food categories including fruits and vegetables, carrots, infant cereals, yogurts, puddings, custards, and meats. The proposed action levels are intended to be achievable and to help further reduce cadmium in the food supply; FDA may consider them when deciding whether to take enforcement action. Comments are due December 22, 2026.

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