🇺🇸 Baby and Infant Food Compliance Checklist for US

Baby and Infant Food in United States is subject to specific regulatory requirements under FDCA & FSMA. This category often has stricter rules than standard packaged food — especially regarding health claims, ingredient restrictions, and mandatory warnings.

• Product intended age range clearly stated (e.g., "from 4 months")
• No added salt — prohibited in foods for infants under 12 months
• No added sugar — prohibited or strictly limited
• Carrageenan not present (banned in infant food in EU/UK)
• Pesticide residue limits for infants met (stricter than adult food)
• Nutrition information per 100g AND per serving
• Preparation instructions clearly stated
• Storage instructions post-opening
• Batch number and best before date
• Business operator name and address
• Allergen declarations present and emphasized
• Iron content declared (required in many markets for infant foods)

• Missing category-specific mandatory warnings
• Health or nutrition claims not authorized for the product category
• Allergen declarations incomplete for specialized ingredients
• Serving size or usage instructions absent or unclear
• Preparation or safety instructions missing

• FDA Food Labeling Guide
• FALCPA Guidance

Last updated: 2026-04-01

Disclaimer: This information is for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult official regulations and seek professional legal advice for specific compliance questions.