WIC Approved Foods â Complete Food List by Category
WIC food packages are tailored to each participant type (pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and children) and are organized into food categories. The specific approved brands vary by state based on contracts between your state WIC agency and food manufacturers.
Approved brands vary by state.
Select your state to find your specific approved food list and brands.
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How WIC Food Packages Work
Your WIC food package depends on your participant category and, for infants, on whether you are breastfeeding or formula-feeding. The package amounts are specified by USDA FNS in federal regulations and may be adjusted for participants with certain dietary needs or medical conditions.
Benefits are loaded onto your WIC EBT card each month. At the store, you scan your card and purchase only WIC-approved items in the approved quantities. If an item does not scan as approved, you should check your state's approved food list or speak to your WIC agency.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. WIC is limited to specific approved brands in each category, and approved brands vary by state. Your state WIC agency maintains an official approved foods list â check your state's WIC page for the current list. Many WIC stores have shelf tags indicating WIC-approved items.
The Cash Value Benefit (CVB) is a dollar amount loaded on your WIC EBT card specifically for purchasing fresh, frozen, and canned fruits and vegetables. The amount varies by participant type. You can use it at any WIC-authorized store that carries produce, and you can mix and match approved items up to the benefit amount.
In some states, certain organic items are on the approved foods list if they meet the WIC criteria (e.g., organic milk in the appropriate fat content). However, WIC does not specifically provide an organic food benefit â you can only purchase organic versions of foods that are on your state's approved list.
If a WIC-approved item is out of stock, you may be able to substitute a similar approved item in the same category. Check with your WIC agency for the substitution rules in your state. Some states allow flexibility; others require you to wait until the item is back in stock or visit another store.
Yes. WIC food packages for infants aged 6 to 12 months include jarred baby food fruits and vegetables. Infant cereal is also included starting at 4â6 months depending on your state and your baby's developmental readiness. Formula is covered separately â see WIC Formula Coverage.
