The formulation for the MNP used in the pilot will contain 15 micronutrients including iron, zinc, vitamin A, C, D, B group vitamins, folic acid and iodine in order to control other micronutrient deficiencies commonly found in the same individuals. The formulation takes into account the recommended daily micronutrient requirements for children 6-23 months, the availability from other sources including on-going nutrition programmes and the upper level of individual micronutrients. The MNP formula can be safely provided to children that receive bi-annual high dose vitamin A, or consume iodized salt.