News
The Food Packaging Forum reports on recent developments across the food packaging and health field.
September 23, 2014
Wall Street Journal reports on new study linking phthalate exposure to asthma; researchers slowly unveil the mechanisms of non-allergic asthma
Topics: exposure, phthalates
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September 23, 2014
Danish EPA publishes guidelines for nanoproduct manufacturers and importers
Topics: nanomaterials
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September 23, 2014
German authorities to publish 3rd draft of mineral oil ordinance before the end of 2014; speakers at industry conference contend
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September 22, 2014
Swiss newspaper reports on new study; compares environmental impact of glass, PET and aluminum beer packaging
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September 22, 2014
Scientists debate toxicological relevance of non-monotonic dose responses at low dose levels
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September 22, 2014
PAN Europe publishes report on European pesticide risk assessments; laments lacking inclusion of academic studies
Topics: European Commission
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September 22, 2014
DG Sanco to develop EDC criteria in upcoming legislative period, DG Environment will remain in charge of overall strategy and test methods
Topics: DG SANTE, regulation
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September 22, 2014
Researchers unite to discuss how Adverse Outcome Pathways can be incorporated into regulation
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September 19, 2014
UK charity ChemTrust urges the new Commissioner for Health and Food Safety to improve consumer protection
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September 18, 2014
OECD publishes report of expert workshop on children’s exposure to chemicals; identifies research gaps
Topics: exposure
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