Coop Denmark removes microwave popcorn from shelves because packaging contains fluorinated substances
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mayo 18, 2015
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octubre 26, 2015
Toxic chemicals in recycled paper and board
Danish researchers detect chemicals of concern in food packaging made from recycled paper and board; push for EU-wide regulation of paper and board food contact materials
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agosto 4, 2015
Purchasing safer chemicals
New report illustrates importance of institutional purchasing in advancing the market for safer chemicals; case studies of six organizations removing hazardous chemicals from their products
Events 2018 Workshop
Predicting the safety of food contact articles: New science and digital opportunities
The 2018 annual Food Packaging Forum (FPF) Workshop featured high profile speakers and offered an ideal platform for exchanging views with different stakeholders in the field of food contact materials (FCMs). The FPF Workshop is a one-of-a-kind event in the FCMs world to learn about recent developments in science, business, advocacy, and regulation. As in previous years, the 6th edition of the FPF Workshop also presented an excellent opportunity for networking. If you have any questions regarding the FPF Workshop, […]
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febrero 14, 2014
Opinion: New FDA study on BPA is flawed
FDA study does not find low dose effects of BPA, other scientist criticize study as flawed
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mayo 17, 2013
Opinion: US FDA may be inclined to review food additive rules
The recent cases of industrial contaminants in food containers and water bottles place pressure on the US Food and Drug Administration to revise its rules
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julio 7, 2020
Proposal to allow easier removal of US FDA notifications
Amendment to current regulations would allow US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to withdraw food contact notifications (FCNs) for reasons other than safety; creates pathway for companies to de-list substances they no longer manufacture
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septiembre 8, 2014
Opinion: More additives, less FDA scrutiny
Attorney criticizes manufacturer based safety assessments of food additives, calls for more responsible manufacturer behavior and better regulatory oversight
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mayo 7, 2014
Opinion: FDA concludes prematurely on BPA’s safety
NRDC scientists comments on FDA conclusion regarding BPA’s safety; undermines BPA safety research
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marzo 1, 2021
FDA dismisses food packaging as SARS-CoV-2 exposure route
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) publishes statement that proclaims no scientific evidence for SARS-CoV-2 transmission via contaminated food or food packaging
