Resources Research Projects
August 2, 2021
Research project Understanding Packaging (UP) Scorecard The Food Packaging Forum is the host organization of the UP Scorecard – a free, easy-to-use web-based tool to assess the sustainability impacts of common foodware and food packaging choices About the UP Scorecard The Understanding Packaging (UP) Scorecard is a science-based online tool to help users select foodware and food packaging that is safe and environmentally sustainable. The UP Scorecard measures commonly used foodware and food packaging materials with a single yardstick to […]
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September 27, 2018
Evaluation of the European FCM regulation started with a stakeholder workshop in Brussels; purpose of the 12-month evaluation process is to identify how FCM regulation performs in practice; participants see urgent need for improvements; all stakeholder input is welcome
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February 23, 2018
U.S. National Toxicology Program releases draft report on CLARITY-BPA study; deadline for comments is April 12, 2018; meeting for peer-review scheduled for April 26, 2018
January 29, 2024
Database FCChumon database A systematic evidence map to explore food contact chemicals measured in humans Jump to dashboard About FCChumon Humans are exposed to food contact chemicals (FCCs) that migrate from food packaging and other food contact article into the food. Studies show that over 4000 FCCs have been measured in migrates or extracts of food contact materials (FCMs), and more than 12,000 chemicals have been reported globally to be intentionally used across all types of FCMs. However, no previous […]
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July 14, 2015
Society of Toxicology and U.S. Food and Drug Administration hold four colloquia on emerging toxicological science; recordings and materials available on website
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January 8, 2021
Zero Waste Europe (ZWE) estimates recycling of beverage cartons for Germany, Spain, Sweden, and UK; uses EU’s updated recycling calculation methodology, finds results lower than reported previously by Alliance for Beverage Cartons and the Environment (ACE) ; ZWE recommends investment in reuse and recycling infrastructure, effective collection and sorting systems, widely recognized recyclability label
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February 19, 2014
Online video covers European Food and Safety Agency’s latest scientific opinion on bisphenol A
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November 24, 2014
Maternal characteristics predicting elevated urinary concentrations of BPA and TCS act in opposite direction
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March 15, 2024
Report maps scientific data on more than 16,000 plastic chemicals; finds gaps in current governance and knowledge that prevent effective management; recommends policy actions based on current state-of-the-science
Resources
June 7, 2024
A Crash Course in Food Contact Materials and Health Are you new to the field and looking for a clear introduction to the latest science of food contact materials and health? On this page, we brought together an overview of all the basics in short videos and training modules. While our website still has many more in-depth resources to explore, this page is a great place to start. What are the Basics on Food Packaging and Chemicals? This webinar featuring […]
