FDA Sets Guidelines For Levels Of Lead In Processed Baby Foods

The move comes as part of an effort to reduce exposure to toxic metal that causes health issues in children.

The FDA is setting guidelines for levels of lead in processed baby foods for the first time ever.

The guidance caps lead levels for children younger than two at 10-parts-per billion for fruits, most vegetables, grain and meat mixtures, as well as yogurts, custards, puddings and single-ingredient meats.

It also sets a limit of 20-parts-per billion for single-ingredient root vegetables and for dry infant cereals.

The move comes as part of an effort to reduce exposure to toxic metal that causes health issues in children.

The limits are only voluntary not mandatory for food manufacturers. But the FDA can take action if it finds foods that surpass its recommended limits.