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CT SB00118

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

General Law Committee

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Origin

Senate

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the manufacture, sale, or distribution of baby food products in Connecticut containing toxic heavy metals (arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury) exceeding FDA limits, effective January 1, 2027

  • Requires manufacturers to conduct monthly testing of each production batch by ISO-accredited laboratories capable of detecting heavy metals at concentrations as low as 6 micrograms per kilogram

  • Mandates manufacturers publish test results on their websites, including heavy metal names and amounts, product identification information, and links to FDA guidance on children's health effects

  • Requires baby food containers to display a QR code with the statement "For Information About Toxic Element Testing On This Product, Scan the QR Code" linking to test results and FDA health information

  • Allows Connecticut consumers to report suspected violations to the Commissioner of Consumer Protection

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Baby Food Products And Toxic Heavy Metals.

Last Action

Filed with Legislative Commissioners' Office

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

General Law2/10/2026

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