Trace of Melamine Found in One Sample of Infant Formula

The FDA has discovered trace amounts of melamine in infant formula, raising "the possibility that the problem was more extensive in the United States than previously thought." Although few details are available, media reports indicate FDA officials discovered melamine at trace levels in a single sample of infant formula, as well as in several samples of dietary supplements that are made by some of the same manufacturers who make formula. FDA spokeswoman Judy Leon says "There's no cause for concern or no risk from these levels." She believes "the contamination was most likely the result of food contact with something like a can liner, or from some other manufacturing problems, but not from deliberate adulteration."