U.S. researchers find heart function and blood pressure in mice to be affected by BPA exposure, females appear to be at increased risk for harm
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January 19, 2015
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January 15, 2015
New FPF report: Study shows endocrine activity of BPA analogs
Scientists demonstrate that bisphenol F and bisphenol S exhibit almost a comparable endocrine activity as bisphenol A
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June 16, 2020
ChemSec evaluates largest chemical producers
Organization releases ChemScore tool that scores top 35 chemical producers based on hazardous chemicals in product portfolios, design strategies, transparency, and history of accidents and controversies; aims to inform investors and promote investment in responsible chemical companies
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February 11, 2014
Criteria to evaluate non-standard studies
Swedish scientists develop criteria for non-standard in vivo studies; allows for inclusion of all relevant data in chemical risk assessment
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February 6, 2014
Opinion: NIEHS' BPA studies irrelevant for public health
Polycarbonate/BPA Global Group of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) criticizes US government funded BPA research
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October 1, 2019
EFSA working group updates: September 2019
Minutes from recent meetings of the EFSA working groups on BPS, BPA, FCMs, phthalates, and recycling plastic available
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March 8, 2021
Rite Aid expands chemical policy to include FCMs
Drug store chain Rite Aid expands its chemicals policy to cover food contact materials (FCMs); restricted substances list sets concentration limits, does not allow intentional use in food packaging of various heavy metals, all ortho-phthalates, all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
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August 24, 2021
China seeks comments on 11 food contact chemicals
China’s National Center for Food Safety and Risk Assessment seeks comments on expanded uses of 4 food contact chemicals (FCCs) and 7 new FCCs; two substances are listed in the Food Packaging Forum’s food contact chemicals database as substances of potential concern; comments accepted until September 10, 2021
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February 8, 2022
Hundreds of chemicals migrate from reusable plastic bottles
Scientific study compares chemicals migrating from new plastic sport bottles and bottles after dishwashing and one year in use; detects over 400 plastic-related compounds including oligomers and aromatic amines; finds dishwashing to increase migration
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September 10, 2020
EEA briefing on biodegradable and compostable plastics
European Environment Agency (EEA) publishes report providing on overview of challenges and opportunities; includes introduction to relevant terminology, implications of use, and comparison of existing certifications; calls for clearer labeling and increased campaigns to inform consumers
