Infant formulas are liquids or reconstituted powders fed to infants and young children.
They serve as substitutes for human milk. Infant formulas have a special role to play in the diets of infants because they are often the only source of nutrients for infants. For this reason, the composition of commercial formulas is carefully controlled and FDA requires that these products meet very strict standards. The safety and nutritional quality of infant formulas are ensured by requiring that manufacturers follow specific procedures in manufacturing infant formulas. Manufactures must analyze each batch of formula to check nutrient levels and make safety checks.