MI HB4865

Requires baby food sold in Michigan to meet standards, action levels, regulatory limits, or tolerances for toxic elements including arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury

Beginning January 1, 2026, food processors must test representative samples of each baby food lot at accredited laboratories, with results quantified to at least 6 micrograms per kilogram of food

Baby food products exceeding toxic element limits must be disposed of, diverted to animal feed, or recalled if already sold

Beginning January 1, 2027, manufacturers must create public webpages displaying test results for each product, including toxic element levels, without requiring proof of purchase to access

Beginning January 1, 2027, baby food labels must include a QR code linking to toxic element test results and a statement directing consumers to scan for testing information