2012 report on European rapid alerts of enforcement authorities shows slightly less food contact related notifications compared to 2011, Chinese imports of particular concern
FDA accused of ‘willful ignorance’ regarding BPA
U.S. NGO Environmental Health News criticizes FDA’s approaches to designing and performing CLARITY-BPA study, interpreting its results; presents results of own investigation suggesting intentional manipulation, potential industry influence
Systematic review of BPS and BPF
In-depth review by Endocrine Disruption Exchange (TEDX) concludes that bisphenol S and bisphenol F are as hormonally active as bisphenol A
Bisphenol analogue contamination of Chinese food
New study surveys Chinese food contamination with BPA substitutes, detects bisphenol A, S and F in majority of food stuffs, BPA exposure lower than in Europe
Contribution of packing to PFC levels in food
New study investigates impact of production and packaging on perfluorinated compound concentration in dairy products, dairy cow exposure main source, grease proof wraps an avoidable contributor
New study shows impact of oral dosing on free BPA levels
Sublingual absorption leads to free BPA in serum of test animals, delivers plausible explanation for previous human biomonitoring findings
FPF Webinar on food additives and child health
Register now for the Food Packaging Forum’s webinar on the American Academy of Pediatrics’ report and policy statement on child health effects of direct and indirect food additives, to be held on November 12, 2018
Inks found to migrate out of FCMs
New study finds 24 substances originating from inks to migrate from two food contact materials
Consensus on definition of low dose hypothesis needed
Summary article of 2012 Berlin low dose workshop shares workshop proceedings, consensus and disagreements, and shows proposed next steps required to advance risk assessment of EDCs
Public consultation on EU FCM regulation
Consultation launched within ongoing evaluation of food contact material regulation in EU; online questionnaire open until May 6, 2019