1. HBW Insight
  2. >>Wellness
  3. >>Business

Abbott's Plan For Similac ‘#1 Pediatrician Recommended’ Label Claim May Have To Wait

 
• By Eileen Francis

Abbott Nutrition has used ‘#1 Pediatrician Recommended Brands’ claim for Similac on social media and advertising to doctors and planned to add to labeling, but a disclosure doesn’t clarify the statement refers to a combination category and not the product alone, says National Advertising Division.

wooden number of 1 2 3 with white background,business Challenge concept.

Abbott Nutrition may have to reconsider a label claim, “#1 Pediatrician Recommended Brands,” it planned for its Similac infant formula.

The Abbott Laboratories Ltd business has used the claim on social media advertising and in directed advertising to health...

Read the full article – start your free trial today!

Join thousands of industry professionals who rely on HBW Insight for daily insights

  • Start your 7-day free trial
  • Explore trusted news, analysis, and insights
  • Access comprehensive global coverage
  • Enjoy instant access – no credit card required
Start Free Trial

Already a subscriber?

More from Business

Valbiotis Launches Plant-Based Heart Health Supplement

 
• By Tom Gallen

Available in French pharmacies and online, ValbiotisPRO Cardio-circulation comprises a blend of six plant extracts and is targeted at those with high blood pressure.

SkinBioTherapeutics Raises Funds For Supplement Development And Launch

 
• By Tom Gallen

UK-based firm will use the capital to launch its AxisBiotix skin health supplements in Superdrug stores and to develop new product formats.

Zentiva Strikes Deal With Aboca To Expand CHC Offering

 
• By Tom Gallen

Czech Republic's Zentiva snaps up Aboca portfolio adding supplement brands marketed in European countries such France, Italy and Spain.

US Consumer Health Sector Vigilant To Avoid Stumbling On Trump’s Tariff Twists And Turns

 
• By Malcolm Spicer

In remarks at recent investor conference reflecting comments from across the US consumer health sector, Kenvue chief Thibaut Mongon says, “I'm going to state the obvious. The environment is very fluid.”

More from Wellness

EU Industry Wants EFSA Changes To Support Innovation

 
• By Tom Gallen

Prominent trade groups call on the European Commission to improve risk assessment of innovative food products by making changes to processes at the European Food Safety Authority.

US Consumer Health Sector Vigilant To Avoid Stumbling On Trump’s Tariff Twists And Turns

 
• By Malcolm Spicer

In remarks at recent investor conference reflecting comments from across the US consumer health sector, Kenvue chief Thibaut Mongon says, “I'm going to state the obvious. The environment is very fluid.”

US FDA Clarifies Success For An NDI Notification Fits Only The Notifier’s Ingredient

Along with two instructional videos, FDA provides fact sheet detailing common problems with NDINs while supplement industry awaits guidance on two hurdles for clearing the NDIN process, providing identity information and evidence of safety for ingredients.