UPDATE: Abbott Labs Responds to Reports of Prohibited Vanillin in Baby Formula

Spokesperson for Abbott Labs ABT responds to reports of Vanillin in China baby formula: "There is no flavor addition in China Stage 1 infant formula and our product doesn't contain any material that is mentioned in the article. All Abbott nutrition products are developed and manufactured to meet or exceed the standards for healthy and safe infant growth set in each country. They undergo a rigorous testing process before release. Our products are safe. Abbott products sold in China meet Chinese Food and Safety National regulations. Each batch of Abbott infant formula sold in China has been cleared by all government tests with certification. " Earlier, there were reports of Vanillin found in Mead Johnson products sold in China. Vanillin is a prohibited ingredient.