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Four companies -- Abbott, Perrigo, Nestle SA and Mead Johnson -- control 90% of the US supply of formula. The risks of that concentration only came into sharp relief recently, when the Food and Drug Administration recalled some of Abbott's brands.

It may take up to 1-2 weeks for a baby to adjust to a new formula.

FDA reviews all infant formulas sold legally in the United States to make sure they meet minimum nutritional and safety requirements. FDA also makes sure that the water used to make formulas meets safety standards set by the US Environmental Protection Agency.

The Food and Drug Regulations set conditions on the sale of infant formulas and HMFs, including: labelling requirements for these products and stopping the sale and advertising if evidence shows that the infant formula or the HMF is not nutritionally adequate or that the expiration date is not valid.

Since the Abbott infant formula recall in February 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency) and U.S. government partners have been working to expand consumer access to infant formula products, while also ensuring that these products meet the agency's safety, nutrition, and quality standards.

Common Signs Formula Doesn't Agree with Baby: What to Look For Gastrointestinal issues (gas, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea) Allergic reactions (rashes, hives, eczema) Colic or excessive fussiness. Vomiting. Excessive spit-up and insufficient weight gain. Blood or mucus in your baby's stool.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates commercial infant formulas to make sure they meet minimum nutritional and safety requirements. Iron-fortified infant formulas are recommended, and most commercial infant formulas sold in the United States contain iron.