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If you are expecting, or know someone who is, then this American made source list is one that will be extremely handy! Make sure that baby has only the best products, all made in the USA.

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Baby Bath & Body Care Products

Apple Valley Natural Soap Calendula Castile Bar Soap is made with two skin-nourishing ingredients, saponified organic extra virgin olive oil, and organic calendula petals. There is no added scent. Castile soap is the most gentle and mild of soaps, safe even for babies and those with ultra-delicate skin, although it's not a tear-free soap. Take 15% off your Apple Valley Natural Soap purchase with discount code USALOVE. No expiration. One use per customer.

Take 15% off your Apple Valley Natural Soap purchase with discount code USALOVE. No expiration. One use per customer.

Babo Botanicals Natural skin, hair, and sunscreen for baby, kids, and adults
Babyganics skincare, hair, diapering, and laundry products
Babytime! by Episencial is the only baby skincare line that contains products with natural ingredients AND probiotics
BALM! Baby from Taylor's includes vegan, cruelty free, all natural balms, baby wash and shampoo, personal care products for new moms, and more. Made In Hawaii. Visit the BALM! Baby Amazon store.

California Baby makes non-toxic skincare, hair care, and diaper products. The brand is known for its Calendula Cream; this botanically based, light and fluffy cream contains the ingredient of Calendula, which has been used to soothe the skin for centuries.
Dolphin Organics 100% natural and certified organic baby shampoo & body wash, baby bubble bath, and baby lotion
Dr. Bronner's makes a Baby Unscented Gift Set complete with one Pure-Castile Liquid, one Bar Soap, one 4-in-1 Organic Sugar Soap, and one Organic Magic Balm. It contains no synthetic ingredients or petrochemical detergents, cleans, and moisturizes with organic coconut, olive, hemp, and jojoba oils for a creamy lather that leaves skin and hair smooth and soft.
Earth Mama products for baby (and mom too!) are natural and with organic ingredients.

EzTotz Nose Hero soft baby ear and nose cleaner is made in the USA from soft, easy-to-clean silicone. The Nose Hero is the easy way to clean hard to get boogies out of little noses. It is BPA-free and made with food-grade material. It's dishwasher safe too! Save 15% on your EzTotz order with discount code USALOVE. No expiration date.

Save 15% on your EzTotz order with discount code USALOVE. No expiration date.

Nature's Baby Organics Organic ingredient shampoo & body wash, face & body lotion, calming spray, baby oil, and dusting powder

NuAngel manufactures products for mom and baby including baby washcloths that are made from 100% USA cotton flannel. These washcloths are absorbent and hypoallergenic. Take 15% off your NuAngel's purchase with discount code USALOVE. One time use only, no expiration date.

Take 15% off your NuAngel's purchase with discount code USALOVE. One time use only, no expiration date.

Original Sprout I LOVE Original Sprout products for myself as they smell sooo good and leave my hair clean and soft. Original Sprout baby products are non-toxic, clean, all-natural and vegan.

Ruby-Blue Bunny™ organic, clean ingredient personal care products for baby and children are richly formulated with high-quality botanicals. Unlike any other skincare brand, Ruby- Blue Bunny™ personal care products include over 18 active beneficial ingredients with a proprietary aloe base to create a truly healthy and nourishing skincare experience for your whole family. These products are a joy to use. Not only are they non-toxic, they feel clean when you use them. The Shampoo & Wash leaves your skin clean and the All-Body Lotion is instantly hydrating.
Your child's growth and development are protected when using an obsessively clean product. All Ruby-Blue Bunny made in USA personal care products are proudly certified free of endocrine disruptors (natural and synthetic) and harsh chemical ingredients based on their extensive ‘NO LIST” – the most complete list of industrial irritants, carcinogens, and hormone disruptors typically used in skincare products. All products are tested by an independent FDA, EPA approved lab to ensure high quality, clean ingredients. Take 15% off all orders at RubyBlueBunny.com with code USALOVE. No expiration date.

Ruby-Blue Bunny body care products for baby. Take 15% off all orders at RubyBlueBunny.com with code USALOVE. No expiration date.

Tom's of Maine baby products are free of artificial colors, fragrances or preservatives, parabens, phthalates or phenoxyethanol (an artificial chemical preservative) and are made without animal testing. The company gives 10% of profits back to helping people and the planet. Note: Not all Tom's of Main products are American made. Check labels.

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Baby Bedding

American Blossom Linens makes organic cotton baby bedding, towels, and onesies that are truly USA made from farm to bed, from the cotton to the weaving to the sewing. Free shipping. 2-year happiness guarantee. Get 15% off with code USALOVE – No expiration. One use per customer.
AU Baby makes soft, luxurious organic merino wool blankets. Wool is naturally stain, smell, microbe, and flame resistant. These blankets are of heirloom quality, making them the perfect baby gift. AU Baby makes its blankets in Los Angeles, California in an Asian women-owned factory.
Carousel Designs manufactures cute, unique crib sheets, bumpers, blankets, and more in the USA

CastleWare Baby offers organic Sleeper Bags/ Wearable Blankets, and pajamas for baby up to kids size 6, made in Los Angeles Save 20% off CastleWare Baby with discount code USALOVE. No restrictions, no expiration.

Save 20% off CastleWare Baby with discount code USALOVE. No restrictions, no expiration.

Colgate manufactures mattresses (bassinet, crib, twin, full), changing pads, and other baby bedding accessories in Georgia.
Cozy Cocoon swaddling blankets and accessories are made in USA
Glenna Jean baby bedding, changing pads, and accessories are all sewn in the USA.
Holy Lamb Organics baby bedding, changing pads, and mattresses are made in Washington
Liz and Roo fine quality baby linens are sewn by hand in Kentucky. Bedding sets, separates, and mix and match available.
The Baby Sleep Sack is a made in USA wearable blanket/sleeping bag for baby 3 months to 3T

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Baby Furniture and Nursery Accessories

If you are looking for baby cribs, changing tables, nursery storage, nursery decor, and more, check our our list for:

Made in USA Baby Nursery Furniture and Nursery Accessories

Baby Diapering

BALM! Baby product line includes Diaper Balm which is an all purpose skin aide and rash balm which is compatible with cloth diapers. Visit the BALM! Baby Amazon store. All products are vegan, cruelty free and made in Hawaii.
Blueberry cloth diapers, diaper covers, trainers and swim diapers are all made in USA.
CJs BUTTer is formulated to sooth diaper rashes and irritated baby skin. Line includes balms, sprays and more. All products are cloth diaper friendly, and contain natural ingredients. Made in Colorado.
Smart Bottoms all in one organic cloth diapers are made from natural cotton and hemp. Visit the Smart Bottoms Amazon store.
Tiny Tush cloth diapers, wipes, changing pads, wet bags, and pail liners are all American made.
Thirsties cloth diapers and diapering accessories are manufactured in Colorado. Over 90% of the materials used are US sourced. Diapering accessories include wet bags, diaper pail liners, diaper inserts, cotton wipes, and cloth diaper safe ointment. Visit the Thirsties Amazon store.

Baby Clothing

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Made in USA Baby Clothes and Toddler Clothing
Made in the USA Children's Pajamas
Kid's Shoes Made in the USA.
Kids Sandals and Flip-Flops Made in the USA

Baby Feeding

Baby Liberty by Liberty Tabletop Liberty Tabletop is the only US manufacturer of stainless steel flatware. Soft bite coated feeder spoon also available.

Beehive Handmade pewter baby feeding spoons and pewter cups.

Beehive Handmade Heirloom Quality baby items

Dr Brown's Original Bottle Starter kit bottles are BPA free

EzTotz baby utensils and cups are both great tools for baby-led weaning. The open end cups are easy for baby to hold and are designed to not tip. The baby utensils are available in two sets. The Little Dippers Starter Spoon and Teether (pictured below) are designed to start baby on self-feeding. Save 15% on your EzTotz order with discount code USALOVE. No expiration date.

Save 15% on your EzTotz order with discount code USALOVE. No expiration date.

Holy Lamb Organics Bo Peep Nursing Pillow is handmade in Washington with premium Eco-wool batting
Kiddibites made in USA silicone plates are perfect for baby and toddler! They are BPA free, non-toxic, microwavable, and dishwasher safe. Kiddibites plates have divided sections with a lip high enough that food stays in place. My daughter is older and she likes these plates because she doesn't like her food touching, and the high dividers are great for that. The silicone plates don't slide around as plastic plates do so babies learn to feed themselves and won't get frustrated when a plate moves.

Kleynimals makes silver flatware and baby toys in the USA. The 3-Piece Mix & Match Baby Flatware Set is proudly Made in the USA of 100% food-grade stainless steel. The flatware is packaged in our signature muslin bag, making it the perfect gift.

Kleynimals flatware set for baby and toddler

Keekaroo booster seats are made in the USA
The Milk & Honey Wrap is a three-in-one organic nursing cover, baby blanket, and infinity scarf

The NuAngel award-winning Trinity nursing pillow‘s patented design offers customized support for both mom and baby. The Trinity is available in three sizes and all sizes are made of a 100% hypoallergenic cotton shell and comes with a pillowcase that is 100% cotton flannel and there are multiple fabric designs to choose from. NuAngel also manufactures and sells nursing pads. They offer cotton washable nursing pads and biodegradable disposable nursing pads. Take 15% off your NuAngel's purchase with discount code USALOVE. One time use only, no expiration date.

Take 15% off your NuAngel's purchase with discount code USALOVE. One time use only, no expiration date

Baby Toys

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Baby Safe Cleaning Products

B & N Laundry all-natural laundry soaps, stain removers, and laundry supplies
Babyganics baby safe cleaning products are made from safe, plant-based ingredients, and contains no: ammonia, bleach, phosphates, parabens, sulfates, phthalates, fragrances or dyes. Products include Toy & Highchair Cleaner, Dish & Bottle Soap, and Floor Cleaner.

Check out our list of:

8 Eco Friendly Laundry Detergents Made in the USA

Other Baby Products

anjie + ash makes its teething + nursing necklaces in New York. The necklace features a single non-toxic, food-grade stainless steel bar in a matte finish.
Baby Elephant Ears baby head support pillows, and stroller liners
Beachfront Baby Wrap made in USA mesh baby wrap for the beach and warm weather
Exergen Temporal Baby Thermometer is safe and easy to use

EzTotz silicone teethers are made in the USA from 100% FDA-approved silicone. The silicone used to make all of the EzTotz baby products is BPA free, PVC free, and latex-free. EzTotz also manufactures car seat accessories.

Save 15% on your EzTotz order with discount code USALOVE. No expiration date.

Kinderpack offers four different sizes, one for infants, a standard size, toddler size, and preschool size soft structured carrier, made in the USA. The design of Kinderpack makes a huge difference in how the child is cradled while being help in the carrier. It conforms to the child naturally. These carriers feature a uniquely shaped and contoured body panel that creates a molded and rounded seat for baby’s bottom. The Kinderpack cradles their legs in upward comfort by fostering the recommended “bottom-lower-than-knees” seated position, putting the baby in a proper, ergonomic, and supportive positioning. Kinderpack's innovative body panel design eliminates pressure on the legs, pelvic area, and spine, which is typically caused by legs dangling in other baby carriers. Kinderpacks are handcrafted in small batches by a small, family-run business in Godfrey, Illinois, which is near St. Louis, Missouri.
Kleynimals makes non-toxic, stainless-steel, American made rattles, jangles, keys, and utensils for babies. From its inception, Kleynimals has sourced small, independent, American companies to help with manufacturing. All of the brand's products are made in upstate New York by Sherrill Manufacturing, another independently owned company with a strong commitment to creating American jobs. Kleynimals makes for the perfect American made baby gift.

Sakura Bloom makes sleek, ergonomic carriers for babies in all stages of development. Thier Carriers feature the adjustability of a Meh Dai, the comfort of a soft structured carrier, and the beauty of a ring sling – perfect for all your daily adventures. This style is good for babies 7 – 45lb. It comes in one size that's adjustable, for a comfortable, custom fit every time. Similarly, it's compact, low profile, and easy to pack! It's a sure favorite and must-have! Sakura Bloom crafts in small batches in a San Diego workshop. Learn more about them here.

Sakura Bloom ergonomic baby carrier

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Baby/Toddler Apparel

Bamboosa (Culver City, CA): baby tees, onesies, bath towels, burp clothes and blankets made from a bamboo/cotton blend fabric. Adult products also.
Brian the Pekingese (Irvine, CA): darling pajama onesies and coordinating pants made in California from organic cotton. This company also makes organic cotton children's pajamas. (Use code stillmadeinusa to save 20% off your entire order!)
Cade & Co. (Park City, UT): leather slip-on baby shoes and 100% cotton clothing, all made in USA.
CastleWare (Carlotta, CA): organic cotton fleece and rib knit baby apparel including sleeper bags (aka wearable blankets), footies, rompers and pj sets (for up to size 8). Fabrics are made in USA from American-grown, certified organic cotton. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
City Threads (Los Angeles, CA): boys and girls underwear, basic tops and bottoms, swimwear, and sleepwear in sizes for newborn to age 16, made from cotton and organic cotton fabric knit and sewn in USA. What a wonderful find!
EC Wear: baby apparel designed for EC (elimination communication) or "diaper free" babies, most made in USA (check product descriptions)
Itasca Leathergoods (Lake George, MN): leather sole moccasins for babies and toddlers (plus the entire family!). Lots of fun colors, and so easy on and off.
Our Green House : natural and organic products for the home and baby
Preemie Yums (Salem, OR): clothing and accessory items for premature infants up through 6 pounds
Royal Apparel (Hauppauge, NY): baby and toddler onesies, tees, and hats made from cotton and organic cotton. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
Softstar Shoes (Philomath, OR): soft-sole leather moccasins, sandals and boots in youth and adult sizes, plus adorable baby and kids soft-sole shoes. Many styles can be customized with a choice of colors. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
Tickle Toes (Wall Township, NJ): baby accessories, including hooded bath towels, blankets, bibs, Moses baskets, Teddy Bears, and my favorite...the diaper clutch (holds 3 diapers and small packet of wipes)!
Twinkle Baby (Santa Cruz, CA): bonding dolls made from soft, organic cotton that hold your scent to comfort baby.
Winter Water Factory (Brooklyn, NY): really cute baby and kids clothing made in USA from certified organic cotton fabrics.

Bath & Potty

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Babo Botanicals: bath, sun and skincare products for baby and the whole family, made from natural or organic ingredients on an organic farm in New York. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
Bamboosa (Culver City, CA): baby tees, onesies, bath towels, burp clothes and blankets made from a bamboo/cotton blend fabric. Adult products also.
Bottombumpers (Albion, IL): cloth all-in-one diapers lined with organic cotton and covered with a soft water-proof material. Lots of bright colors, and rows of plastic side snaps.
California Baby (Los Angeles, CA): a full line of natural baby care products, including skin, hair, and diaper care products.
Dabble and Dollop (Long Beach, CA): hair, body and bubble bath products designed for kids (ages 2 to 12), including bath bombs and scented gels that can be used for bubble bath, bodywash or shampoo. All products are vegan, tear free, and cruelty free and come in fun scents that kids can mix to create their own special bath experience. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
Patemm (San Francisco, CA): round diaper-changing pads that fold into a 10-inch square with handles. Great for carrying spare diapers, wipes and a change of clothes. Made from cotton or organic cotton, in beautiful prints.
Little Twig (El Segundo, CA): baby bath and skincare products, gentle scents or scent-free, made from organic and natural ingredients.
Noodle & Boo (Campbell, CA): bath and body care for newborns, babies and children with eczema and sensitive skin, plus the new Glowology line of products for women.
Thirsties, Inc. (Canon City, CO): cloth diapers and diaper covers made in USA from US-components. Available from ClothDiaper.com

Car Seats and Carriers

Britax Child Safety Inc. (Fort Mill, SC): founded in 1996 as a subsidiary of European-based Britax Childcare, BritaxUSA carseats are made in USA with domestic and imported components. Check labels.
Dorel Juvenile Group, while an international company, still assembles some Safety1st and Cosco car seats in the USA, with a design facility in Foxboro, MA and manufacturing and assembly facility in Columbus, IN. (In fact COSCO started out as the Columbus Specialty Company in Columbus, IN). Lower-end car seats and booster seats tend to be imported, so check labels. Available with "country of origin information" at KMart or Walmart
New Native Inc. (San Pedro, CA): organic cotton baby carriers made to fit each parent, so the carrier is a continuous loop with no buckles, rings or other hardware to get in the way. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]

Cribs & Crib Bedding

Amana Woolen Mill (Amana, IA): cotton and acrylic baby blankets with satin binding
American Blossom Linens: luxury organic cotton bedding, including crib bedding, that is grown, woven and sewn in USA by Thomaston Mills (Thomaston, GA). [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
Baby Eco Trends (Miami, FL): an online retailer featuring USA-made eco friendly nursery furniture, including cribs, high chairs and other Amish-made furniture. (I love the wood collage wall art!)
Baby Talk Blankets (Lena, IL): chenille baby blankets, burp clothes, and changing pads
Carousel Designs (Douglasville, GA): beautiful crib and toddler bedding, including custom bedding from over 100 fabrics. All made in USA.
Cherub's Blanket (Shaker Hts, OH): organic cotton baby blankets, handcrafted in USA from waffle knit, jersey, and flannel from American mills.

Hoohobbers (Chicago, IL): broad array of soft goods for children, including bedding, diaper bags, back packs, towels, and receiving blankets
Kelley Green (Ashland, OR): crib and bassinet bedding made from American-raised alpaca wool, hemp and organic cotton
Liz and Roo (Louisville, KY): crib bedding sets, including sheets, skirts, bumpers and rail covers. Sewn in USA with a mix of American and imported fabrics. Monogramming and matching window treatments and lamp shades are also available. Beautiful fabrics that you can mix and match to create the perfect nursery.
Naturepedic (Chagrin Falls, OH): certified organic infant and children's organic cotton mattresses and mattress pads, made in USA with domestic and imported fabric and components. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
Peach Fur Fleece : hypo-allergenic fleece baby blankets, with matching fleece booties and hat
SOS From Texas : organic cotton baby blankets and snappies, made in North Carolina from organic cotton grown on a family farm in Texas
Winter Water Factory (Brooklyn, NY): crib sheets (as well as baby clothing) made in USA from certified organic cotton fabrics.

Feeding & Nursing

Baby Eco Trends (Athens, GA): carries a full line of Amish-made wooden high chairs.
Constructive Eating (Ann Arbor, MI): seriously cute eating utensils and plates designed for tiny hands, in fairy, dinosaur and construction equipment motifs. The utensils, plates and matching place mats all made in USA and are BPA-free. My favorite is the Construction Line, with the fork lift fork, front loader spoon and bull dozer pusher!
eZtotZ: cute baby feeding and self-feeding utensils, cups and silicone teethers, designed and manufactured in Michigan.
Handi-Craft Co. (St. Louis, MO): makers of Dr. Brown's Baby Bottles in glass or polypropylene (and BPA-free), almost all now made in USA, but check labels.
NuAngel (Athens, AL): quality products for nursing mothers and infants, including nursing pads, covers and support pillows
Re-Play (Winter Park, FL): colorful reusable plastic plates, bowls, utensils and snack containers, made from recycled plastic milk jugs (BPA and BPS free), perfect for the little ones!
Zip Top (Austin, TX): reusable zip-shut bags for breast milk with ounce markings, made from silicone, no BPA . Also reusable food containers for snacks, sandwiches, and drinks. All Zip Top products are safe for dishwasher, microwave and freezer. These are a terrific idea. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]

Furniture & Decor

Baby Eco Trends (Miami, FL): a great retailer of USA-made nursery furniture and other baby gear (look for the green U.S. flag symbol).
Hoohobbers (Chicago, IL): children's portable chairs, rocking chairs, lamps and toy boxes
Little Colorado (Denver, CO): solid wood children's furniture and toys, available from Wayfair. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
Little Tikes: toddler beds and desks (some products imported, so look for "Little Tikes Made in USA"). Available from Wayfair. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
Nugget Comfort (Hillsborough, NC): children's foam play couch/bed made from imported fabric and foam produced in Mt. Airy, NC. Each Nugget comes with four pieces (two triangle pillows, one seat cushion, and one sturdy base) covered in cozy microsuede that is easy to zip on and off. Extra covers also available.
Oopsy Daisy Art for Kids (San Diego, CA): canvas wall art, growth charts, wall stickers and more, all made in USA. A great way to brighten up a child's room! [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]

Playscapes (Waunakee, WI): fun and whimsical kids furniture for bedroom and playroom.
Room Mates (York, PA): peel-and-stick vinyl wall decals, great for kid rooms and nursery (plus great designs for the "adult" parts of the house). These are much easier than the prepasted wallpaper borders...
Step2 (Streetsboro, OH): in addition to high-quality ride-on toys, climbers, playhouses, and wagons, Step2 makes molded plastic children's furniture at factories in Streetsboro and Perrysville, OH and Fort Valley, GA. A small number of items are imported, so search for "Made in USA". Also available from Wayfair. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
WallCandy Arts (East Hampton, NY): wall decals in lots of colorful themes (animals, cars/trucks, flowers) and chalk board panels that are easy to peel, place, and rearrange without harming walls.

Safety

Guardian Angel Window Guards (Marlboro, MA): window guards, made and assembled in USA. Available from BabyDirect.
North States Industries (Blaine, MN): Superyard XT Portable Play Area, and baby and pet safety gates, the majority of which are still made in USA.

There is a severe shortage of powdered infant formula in America

05/20/2022 at 15:12 Society 1481

The situation with infant formula has become so critical that Senator Tom Cotton has already called it a "national crisis", Congress began an investigation, and President Biden was forced to announce measures to curb the deficit.

Photo: wikipedia.org.

Deliveries of infant formula to stores have been so reduced that large retail chains and pharmacies are forced to limit the number of cans "in one hand." For example, CVS and Walgreens only sell three packages of dry mix at a time. According to Datasembly, a company that tracks price indexes and sales of various products, in the first week of May, the lack of milk formula in warehouses across the country was 43% (for comparison, in April - 40%, and in November last year - 11%). Worst of all is the situation with warehouses in the states of Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota, Missouri, Texas and Tennessee. Accordingly, prices rose sharply - by 18%. On eBay, some savvy sellers offer a $200 can of powdered formula, and there are sure to be buyers: in the US, three-quarters of children receive either full or partial formula in their first six months of life. Worst of all are those families whose children, for medical reasons, cannot eat anything other than these mixtures.

Abbott fights bacteria

What caused this crisis? The official version, which we already wrote about: in February, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stated that certain mixtures of Similac (Similac), Alimentum (Alimentum) and EleCare (EleCare) are contaminated with the dangerous bacterium Cronobacter sakazakii, which can lead to death. Four kids were hospitalized, two died. Abbott Nutrition has announced a voluntary recall of some batches of this baby food that was produced at its plant in Sturgis, Michigan (these powdered formulas were found to be contaminated). In early March, several more dry mixes produced at the same plant were recalled due to Salmonella contamination.

Bacteria in baby food is not uncommon. Back in 2004, the Codex Committee on Food Hygiene (CCFA) of the World Health Organization revised the International Code of Hygienic Practice for Foods for Infants and Older Children, tightening the requirements, including due to cases of contamination of mixtures with bacteria. A review of Abbott's records shows that the company has had to destroy batches of premixed formulas in the past due to the presence of Cronobacter. In addition, in February, the FDA emphasized that the recall only applies to dry powder from certain batches, and does not apply to liquid infant formula and other baby foods manufactured by Abbott Nutrition. In other words, it is hard to imagine that a temporary shutdown of the production line of several (!) dry mixes at one plant can lead to such a large-scale national crisis. Not to mention the fact that other manufacturing companies were not affected by the recall, and they continue to produce their products.

Furthermore, the company's official statement dated May 11 states: “After a close examination of the situation, there is no evidence that these cases [infant deaths - Ed.] are related to the consumption of our baby food; the bacterium Cronobacter sakazakii, which was found during testing, was in areas not in contact with products. The bacterial samples found at the plant did not match the strains found in the babies' tests. An Abbott spokesperson also said that all products tested for Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella were negative and that no Salmonella was found at the Sturgis facility during the investigation.

However, the FDA insisted that infant formula was produced in unsanitary conditions, and Abbott's internal records showed that the company destroyed some of its products due to bacteria in the factory. On May 16, Abbot reached an agreement with the FDA that allowed the production lines to restart. The company reportedly acknowledged the unsanitary conditions at the plant and is committed to rectifying the shortcomings. In addition, Abbott has agreed to engage external experts who will develop a plan to reduce the risk of bacterial contamination at the plant and conduct periodic assessments to ensure the company is in compliance. In the event that any products again test positive for bacteria, the company will be required to dispose of them and stop work until the source of infection is eliminated. If Abbott does not comply, it faces $30,000 in damages per day of violation (up to $5 million in annual fines). The terms of the agreement are valid for at least 5 years.

FDA chief Robert Kaliff stated, "The public can be assured that our FDA will do everything possible to ensure that baby food continues to meet safety and quality standards." The agreement between Abbott and the FDA has been approved by the US District Court for the Western District of Michigan. However, it’s too early for parents to rejoice: Abbot said that a restart is possible within two weeks, and mixtures will appear on store shelves no earlier than in 6-8 weeks.

Broken logistics and monopolies

Another reason that is less talked about is disruptions in the supply chain. Everything affects: a critical shortage of labor (which we have already written about more than once), problems with the production of packaging and transportation. All this together affects the production and distribution of goods. According to Datasembly CEO Ben Reich, "the economic situation affects this category of goods more than others."

The crisis has reached such proportions that even the federal authorities were forced to react. On May 12, President Joe Biden met with representatives from Walmart, Target, Reckitt and Gerber to discuss ways to reduce the deficit. He also instructed the Federal Trade Commission to use its powers to monitor allegations of price gouging and the Justice Department to work with state attorneys general to crack down on retailers who took advantage of the situation.

On May 13, the House Oversight Committee announced that it had launched an investigation into the baby food situation. Letters were sent to all four manufacturers asking them to explain how they plan to handle the crisis and what they are doing to prevent this from happening in the future. In addition, the Committee will also investigate allegations received from consumers of price gouging. The meeting of the Committee on this issue is scheduled for May 26.

At the same time, the recall of goods for one reason or another is a common occurrence. Thousands of medicines and products are withdrawn from sale every year, and yet there is no nationwide crisis, and sellers do not restrict the sale of essential items in the spirit of Soviet trade.

Four large companies now control 90% of America's supply of infant formula: Abbott, Mead Johnson, Gerber and Perrigo Nutritionals. Abbott, which makes Similac, and Mead Johnson, which makes Enfamil, have nearly 80% of the market. Mead Johnson has already stated, “We have taken steps to ramp up production of Enfamil and are currently shipping 50% more products to address consumer concerns as quickly as possible.” Considering how the prices for dry mixes have risen, the crisis is beneficial for all manufacturing companies.

Importing baby food will be easier

Another factor in the crisis is America's regulatory and trade policies. The FDA regulation of infant formula is so strict that most products coming from Europe cannot be bought here due to technical issues such as labeling requirements. There is no question about the quality of European blends: studies have shown that in some respects they can even be better than American ones, because the European Union bans certain types of sugar (for example, corn syrup). The US also restricts the import of formulas that comply with FDA regulations. For large volumes, the import tax for mixtures can exceed 17%. Currently up to 98% of the baby food on the market is made in the USA. And during a crisis, the lack of alternative supplies becomes a rather big problem.

Therefore, for the first time, an unprecedented step is announced - the US intends to increase imports of infant formula in order to reduce the nationwide shortage. Potential importers in the FDA are manufacturers from Australia, New Zealand, the UK and the Netherlands. On May 16, the FDA called on foreign manufacturers to apply to import their products into the United States. It is reported (however, without going into details) that the verification process will be "optimized". White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said that "priority will be given to applications from those companies most likely to be able to prove product quality and be able to get the most baby food to American stores as quickly as possible." Thus, the advantage will be given to large manufacturing companies, which will be able to quickly cover the shortage that has arisen.

However, even if import applications and related documentation confirming the safety of mixtures are submitted, relatively speaking, tomorrow, it may be weeks before the products reach the stores. Once the application is filed, the FDA will still need to review the baby food to ensure quality control to American standards. The import facilitation policy was adopted as a temporary measure for the next six months.

In the meantime, parents of babies rush about in search of baby food, politicians from all sides have decided to use the crisis to their advantage. So, Republican Congresswoman Kat Cammack posted a video on her Facebook account about how the federal authorities send packages of baby food to the border with Mexico: “American stores have empty shelves, there is no shortage at the border. ” Cammack said the Biden administration should not put the needs of illegal immigrants ahead of the interests of American citizens. Another Republican politician, Rep. Eliza Stefanik, also said it was "absolutely unacceptable" and drew a parallel with Trump's famous slogan, "America continues to be put last." In turn, Democratic politicians Eric Svolvell and Ruben Gallego accused Eliza of wanting to "starve babies" in border centers where illegal immigrants are detained.

Only one thing can be said with certainty: even with the increase in production and the green light for imports, the situation with the shortage of infant formula will not change in the next couple of weeks.

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News. US company Abbott, which has been linked to a shortage of baby food in the US, is resuming the production of infant formula at its facility in Sturgis, Michigan, a statement on the company's website said.

"Abbott today resumes production of infant formula at its Sturgis, Michigan facility," the statement said, according to which the company has met "initial requirements" agreed to by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) .

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It is noted that the company is resuming the production of EleCare and other mixtures, EleCare products will begin to enter the market approximately on June 20th.