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the protein source.

                   Example 'Infant formula based on milk' or 'Infant formula sourced from milk' is not permitted.
               Note See subparagraph 2.9.1—28(1)(j)(i) in relation to the use of the word 'milk' on the label separately and in addition to in a statement of protein source.

           2.9.1—21 Requirement for warning statements and directions

             Warning statements

            (1) For the labelling provisions, the following *warning statements are required for infant formula and follow-on formula:

               (a) 'Warning – follow instructions exactly. Prepare bottles and teats as directed. Incorrect preparation can make your baby very ill.'; and
               (b) a heading that states 'Important Notice' (or words to that effect), with under it the *warning statement—'Breast milk is best for babies. Before you decide to use this product, consult your doctor or health worker for advice.'.
               Note The labelling provisions are set out in Standard 1.2.1.

              Required statements on use

            (2) For the labelling provisions, the required statements for infant formula and follow‑on formula are ones indicating that:

               (a) for infant formula—the infant formula may be used from birth; and
               (b) for follow-on formula—the follow-on formula should not be used for infants aged under the age of 6 months; and
               (c) for infant formula and follow-on formula—it is recommended that infants from the age of 6 months should be offered foods in addition to the infant formula or follow-on formula.
               Note The labelling provisions are set out in Standard 1.2.1.

             Location of required statements

            (3) The statements required by paragraphs (2)(a) and (b) must appear on the front of the package of the product.

            (4) Subsection (3) does not prevent a statement required by subsection (2) from appearing more than once on the label.

             Directions on preparation and use

            (5) For the labelling provisions, directions on preparation and use are required for infant formula and follow-on formula which instruct (in words and pictures) that:

               (a) each bottle must be prepared individually; and
               (b) if a bottle of prepared formula is to be stored prior to use, it must be refrigerated and used within 24 hours; and
               (c) previously boiled and cooled potable water must be used; and
               (d) if a package contains a measuring scoop—only the enclosed scoop must be used; and
               (e) for powdered or concentrated formula—do not change proportions of the powder or concentrate or add other food except on medical advice; and
               (f) for ready-to-drink formula—do not dilute or add other food except on medical advice; and
               (g) formula left in the bottle after a feed must be discarded within 2 hours.
               Note The labelling provisions are set out in Standard 1.2.1.

            (6) Paragraphs (5)(a), (b) and (c) do not apply to ready-to-drink formula.

            (7)   Paragraph (5)(d) does not apply to concentrated formula