Consumer Reports on Infant Formulas: Are They Really Contaminated, and is this Cause for Concern?

What's happening?

Consumer Reports, an American organization, recently published a report on contaminants (e.g. arsenic and lead) that may be found in infant formulas (1). The PEN Team asked: what were the findings, and are they relevant to individuals living outside the United States of America (USA)?

What were the findings?

In March 2025, Consumer Reports published the results of their independent investigation into toxic chemicals (including arsenic, lead, perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl...