News
The Food Packaging Forum reports on recent developments across the food packaging and health field.
October 31, 2014
Germany submits restriction proposal for PFOA under Annex XV of REACH, dossier prepared in cooperation with Norway
Topics: fluorinated substances, REACH
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October 30, 2014
New study finds association between prenatal exposure to DiNP and reduced anogenital distance
Topics: phthalates
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October 29, 2014
New study investigates effects of recycling policies on childhood exposure to phthalates, 18% increase in DBP exposure
Topics: phthalates
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October 29, 2014
US EPA updated its TSCA Work Plan for Chemical Assessments, includes new FCM substances
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October 29, 2014
Swedish research center publishes new report on possible carcinogens leaching from hand blenders
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October 29, 2014
American Chemistry Council considers new BPA study on thermal papers of limited relevance to consumers
Topics: bisphenol A
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October 28, 2014
Industry news address mineral oils in food and food packaging, stress the use of efficient barriers
Topics: mineral oils
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October 28, 2014
Industry news provider reports on new EU commissioners responsible for duties affecting plastics
Topics: EFSA, regulation
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October 27, 2014
BBC publishes documentary on BPA controversy, freely accessible for 30 days
Topics: bisphenol A
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October 27, 2014
A new documentary by Earth Focus discusses EDCs, points out need for consumer pressure to accelerate regulation
Topics: endocrine disruptor
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