Current regulations for Foods for Special Medical Purposes
The other UK law which currently applies to the marketing and safety of infant milks marketed as ‘Foods for Special Medical Purposes’ (FSMP) is:
Statutory instrument 2000/845 “The Medical Food (England) Regulations 2000”
As for the infant formula and follow on formula regulations, while the legislation is devolved, the content of each nation’s statutory instruments is identical to the regulations for England. For reference see:
Scottish statutory instruments
Northern Irish statutory instruments
These rules cover the composition and labelling of foods intended for the dietary management (under medical supervision) of individuals who suffer from certain diseases, disorders or medical conditions. They were laid down by the Commission Directive 1999/21/EC, and adopted under the framework Directive 2009/39/EC.