Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for submissions on a proposal to develop a modernised regulatory framework for young child formula, commonly referred to as toddler milk.
Proposal P1066 – Review of young child formula is considering whether the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) should be updated to ensure regulatory requirements for young child formula remain fit for purpose and reflect their intended role as a special purpose food.
FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said young child formula are widely marketed for use in young children’s diets, raising questions about whether the current regulatory framework continues to reflect their role as a supplementary product.
“Assessment to date indicates there is a need for greater regulatory clarity to ensure product composition, labelling and representation are consistent with the intended purpose of young child formula as a special purpose food,” Dr Cuthbert said.
“Our assessment has considered the role of these products, the available scientific evidence and regulatory approaches in other jurisdictions.
“We are proposing a clearer and more targeted framework, including revised compositional requirements and strengthened labelling measures to support safe use, improve consumer information and reduce the potential for confusion.
“We are seeking feedback from consumers, health professionals, industry, enforcement agencies and other interested stakeholders to help inform next steps in this work, including whether we progress to draft regulatory measures.”
The proposal was prepared following a request from the Food Ministers’ Meeting in November 2024 to review regulatory provisions for young child formula in response to market developments.
To have your say on this proposal, visit the FSANZ Consultation Hub. Submissions close at 11:59pm (Canberra time) 7 July 2026.
What happens to my feedback?
FSANZ will consider all feedback received through this submission process before deciding whether to approve the proposal.
Submissions will be published to our website as soon as possible at the end of the public comment period.
More information
- How to make a submission
- Read the assessment documents: P1066 – Review of young child formula | Food Standards Australia New Zealand
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