Guidance
Preparing infant formula safely during water supply disruptions and when travelling
Guidance on how to prepare infant formula safely when the mains water supply is not available or unsafe, including how to choose suitable bottled water and maintain good hygiene practices.
Applies to England, Northern Ireland and Wales
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This guidance is for preparing infant formula in situations where the mains water supply is not available, has been disrupted or is unsafe due to contamination.
Advice has also been included on how to safely prepare formula if travel is required.
Follow this guidance alongside advice and instructions from the NHS on how to make up infant formula safely.
This guidance expands on the advice offered previously by the FSA on how to prepare for these situations.