C&EN article summarizes emerging U.S. regulations aimed at reducing and eliminating pollution and exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances
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September 4, 2018
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May 26, 2017
NGOs sue FDA over final GRAS rule
Environmental Defense Fund and other NGOs file lawsuit challenging U.S. FDA’s Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) practice allowing industry to make self-determinations of food additives’ safety
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November 26, 2014
MEPs take a cautious approach to nanoparticles in novel foods
FCMs containing nanoparticles require special attention
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June 23, 2016
TSCA reform signed into law
U.S. President Obama enacts bill reforming Toxic Substances Control Act; news providers and health group explain implications of updated U.S. chemicals regulation
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May 10, 2013
Warning signs for BPA in Connecticut
Connecticut considers bill requiring labeling food packaging containing BPA
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June 6, 2016
Opinion: EDC debate political, not scientific
European Commission should consider potency in scientific criteria to identify EDCs, according to U.S. consultant; highlights NGOs’ and researchers’ agenda in EDC controversy
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May 6, 2013
Opinion: is triclosan safe?
Journalist reviews slow U.S. process of regulating antibacterial agent in consumer products and packaging
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May 3, 2013
US State bans BPA from food containers
Minnesota Senate adopts BPA ban in children’s food packaging
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June 18, 2024
Ban on BPA in European food contact materials moves forward another step
EU expert committee passes ban of bisphenol A in food contact materials; ban will likely be enacted by the end of 2024 with a transition period before coming into force
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November 11, 2016
Plastics BAN list
Four NGOs launch the Plastics BAN (Better Alternatives Now) List; identify the most harmful plastic products on the market and suggest readily-available alternatives; California voters approve plastic bags ban
