News
The Food Packaging Forum reports on recent developments across the food packaging and health field.
September 4, 2013
Extensive review on detrimental effect of BPA on human health
September 3, 2013
ECHA's restriction of phthalates DINP and DIDP in toys and childcare articles notlifted
September 3, 2013
The European Chemicals Agency seeks input on reclassification of bisphenol A regarding its reproductive toxicity category
September 2, 2013
BPA found to induce malignant mammary gland cancer in rats
August 31, 2013
Report by The CRO Forum on endocrine disrupting chemicals recommends reducing exposure, supporting regulators and entering a dialogue with the chemical industry
August 29, 2013
In San Jose fast food can no longer be packaged in polystyrene foam, following a vote in the City Council
August 29, 2013
Innovative research program CLARITY-BPA unites regulatory risk assessors and academic researchers, studies BPA's hazards; first results expected in early 2015
August 27, 2013
“Facts About BPA” website to inform consumers and experts about BPA
August 27, 2013
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
August 27, 2013
BPA, DEHP, NMP and NDP shown to migrate from recycled paperboard into dry food, new analytical method for detection