The FDA has proposed changes to U.S. baby formula regulations intended to prevent future shortages and improve safety. The reported changes could require additional costs or operational adjustments for the independent company if Abbott spins off its Nutrition business. The report does not quantify potential costs or specify when the proposed rules would take effect.
Key facts
The FDA proposed changes to baby formula regulations that could complicate Abbott’s plans to spin off its nutrition business. source
The proposed baby formula rules could impose additional costs or operational adjustments on Abbott’s planned new independent company. source