Florida Infant Formula Testing Results Released

FL Dept of Health Newsroom

Published January 9th, 2026

Detected February 13th, 2026

Summary

The Florida Department of Health announced the release of infant formula testing results, which found elevated levels of heavy metals like mercury in 16 out of 24 tested products. This initiative aims to provide transparency and accountability regarding products marketed to infants.

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What changed

The Florida Department of Health, under Governor Ron DeSantis and Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo, has released the results of infant formula testing conducted as part of the Healthy Florida First Initiative. Testing of 24 widely available infant formula products revealed elevated levels of heavy metals, including mercury, in 16 of them. This announcement highlights concerns about the sourcing or manufacturing of these products and aims to provide parents with transparent information.

While this is a state-level notice and not a federal regulation, it serves as a significant alert to food manufacturers and potentially other state or federal agencies regarding product safety. Consumers, particularly parents, are advised to review the full testing results available at ExposingFoodToxins.com to make informed decisions. The initiative also mentions working with federal partners to drive accountability and increase options for families, particularly those on WIC, suggesting potential future regulatory or policy implications.

What to do next

Review the released infant formula testing results from the Florida Department of Health.
Assess potential supply chain or manufacturing concerns related to infant formula products.
Monitor any related federal agency responses or guidance concerning heavy metal levels in infant formula.

Source document (simplified)

For media inquiries: Communications Office • NewsMedia@FLHealth.gov • 850-245-4111 Bartow, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis, and Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo announced the release of infant formula testing results, reinforcing Florida’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and putting families first.

“The Florida Department of Health tested 24 infant formula products widely available in Florida and found elevated levels of heavy metals like mercury in 16, pointing to systemic problems in sourcing or manufacturing,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “That’s why Florida has stepped up to protect our most vulnerable, working with federal partners to drive accountability and give families more options. Thanks to Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., families on WIC will be able to select from a wider variety of infant formulas if they want to switch products based on the findings of the Healthy Florida First Initiative.”

Under Governor DeSantis’ leadership, Florida has led the nation in protecting medical freedom by rejecting one-size-fits-all mandates, defending parental rights, and prioritizing informed consent and evidence-based decision-making. While other states imposed lockdowns, school closures, and vaccine mandates, Florida stayed open, protected jobs, and safeguarded individual choice.

“As a mother, there is nothing more important than protecting our children, and that starts with being able to trust what is in their food,” said First Lady Casey DeSantis. “Families deserve full transparency and the truth, especially when it comes to products marketed for infants. That is why the Commission under the Healthy Florida First initiative is demanding accountability and putting parents first, so Floridians have the information they need to make confident, informed decisions for their families.”

“Thanks to the vision of Governor DeSantis and the First Lady, Florida continues to lead in public health and health care,” said State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph A Ladapo. “The food testing being conducted as well as the focus on nutrition is imperative to ensure Floridians have the information needed to make healthy choices for themselves and their families.”

This initiative examined infant formula, a product families rely on and trust. The testing results released today are intended to give parents clear, accessible information and ensure accountability in products marketed to infants. The full infant formula testing results are available at: ExposingFoodToxins.com.