Abbott is the largest infant formula manufacturer in the US.
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FDA, Abbott reach deal to restart baby formula production amid national shortage
The FDA reached a deal with Abbott Nutrition to reopen its Michigan plant amid a nationwide shortage of infant formula. In February, Abbott shut down the plant and voluntarily recalled several of its formulas after two infant deaths linked to its product. This shut down lead to a shortage in supply and prompted retailers to limit how much formula people could buy in stores. Abbott said that after reopening the plant, it could take eight to ten more weeks for products to reach stores.
Political Response to the Shortage
The representatives are seeking information about what led to the current supply problems, as well as what these companies are doing to get formula to those who need it.
The Biden administration is pushing the FTC to crack down on profiteering, ensuring parents are able to use federal benefits on a wider range of formula products under WIC.
Some areas of the country are being hit worse than others
To date, 8 states across the US and DC are at least 50% out of stock of baby formula, per The Wall Street Journal.
Do's and Don'ts for Parents
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How families are being impacted
Response from Other Manufacturers
The company told Insider it would fly formula from Switzerland and the Netherlands.
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