What is the new source of DHA?
The DHA source is changing from C. cohnii oil to Schizochytrium sp. oil, an alternative algae strain that has been safely used in infant formulas for many years.
Why did you update the source of DHA?
This was a necessary change instigated from the supplier as they are no longer producing C. cohnii oil. This is a change that has or will occur across the infant formula industry.
Did any other ingredients change in the formula?
There were no other ingredient changes to the formula.
Why did other nutrient values change on the label?
There are minor fatty acid changes due to the change in DHA source. Other declared nutrient values were slightly modified on the Neocate Syneo Infant and Neocate Infant labels based on the most current data we have from nutrient analysis trends.
Can I see a comparison of the old nutrient label to the new nutrient label?
You can view the comparison at this link.
Will there be a taste or tolerance difference between the old and new formulas?
Because the update involves only a single ingredient, we do not anticipate any impact on taste or tolerance. The products remain hypoallergenic.
Have the product codes changed?
No, the product codes have not changed.
- Neocate Syneo Infant: 127049
- Neocate Infant: 125626
Has the reimbursement information changed?
The reimbursement and HCPCS codes have not changed. However:
- Neocate Syneo Infant:
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- Total calories per can increased from 1864 to 1884.
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- Approximate reconstituted ounces decreased from 95 fl oz/can* to 94 fl oz/can*
- Neocate Infant:
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- Total calories per can increased from 1932 to 1948.
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- Approximate reconstituted ounces decreased from 97 fl oz/can* to 96 fl oz/can*
