Determination of Acrylamide Levels in Infant Formulas and Baby Biscuits Sold in Turkey

Abstract

Babies are more vulnerable to both environmental and dietary contaminants compared to adults. Hence, the safety of baby foods deserves to be given top priority. In this study, the acrylamide level of 56 different baby foods (6 infant formula and 10 baby biscuit brands) which are widely consumed and have a high level of awareness in Turkey, has been determined and evaluated with LC-MS/MS. Acrylamide level was measured in the range of 12 months children were determined to be 45.1, 62.5, and 88.6 µg kg-1, respectively. The average acrylamide level of baby biscuits is 233 µg kg-1. The average acrylamide level corresponding to 1 portion/scale in infant formulas and biscuits was calculated as 0.30 µg/30 mL and 4.72 µg/20 g, respectively. Research results can be used in acrylamide reduction and acrylamide exposure risk assessment studies.