Danone Aptamil Ireland approved by FDA. we must be getting...

Danone Aptamil Ireland approved by FDA. we must be getting closer hopefully !

For Immediate Release:

June 17, 2022

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is providing an update on additional steps it has taken that will lead to more infant formula available in the U.S. under the agency’s recent increased flexibilities.

Company (Product Origin): Danone (Ireland)

Product(s): Aptamil First Infant Milk Stage 1 (This infant formula is appropriate for most infants and meets U.S. nutrient requirements, but it may not be suitable for infants born prematurely, or with a low birth weight, infants who had low iron levels at birth, or infants who are at risk for becoming iron deficient due to illness. Parents and caregivers of infants born prematurely, or with a low birth weight, infants who had low iron levels at birth, or infants who are at risk for becoming iron deficient due to illness should check with their child’s health care provider to determine if this formula is appropriate for their child. Additional iron may be needed in these instances.)

Type of Formula: General

Estimated Quantity: About 750,000 cans (about 1.3 million pounds or nearly 19 million full-size, 8-ounce bottles)

Availability: Expected in July - the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is evaluating options for getting the products to the U.S. as quickly as possible.