New protein requirements in infant formula made with protein hydrolysates
09 Jun 2026
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Who is affected:
Manufacturers and distributors of infant formula in the EU
Summary
The rules on protein content of infant and follow-on formulae manufactured with protein hydrolysates are updated, adapting requirements to current scientific evidence.
Detailed analysis
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This delegated regulation amends Regulation (EU) 2016/127 to update protein requirements applicable to infant and follow-on formulae made from protein hydrolysates. The changes respond to new scientific assessments of infant nutritional needs and product safety. Infant formula manufacturers must review and adapt their …
Full official title
OJ:L_202600743: Reglamento Delegado (UE) 2026/743 de la Comisión, de 30 de marzo de 2026, por el que se modifica el Reglamento Delegado (UE) 2016/127 en lo que respecta a los requisitos relacionados con las proteínas de los preparados para lactantes y los preparados de continuación elaborados a partir de hidrolizados de proteínas