The New Statesman reports on asbestos industry and its victims; some types of asbestos also authorized for food contact materials in US
New BPA alternative
Bisguaiacol-F (BGF) may be safe alternative to BPA
Elevated exposure to phthalates
New biomonitoring report reveals high levels of phthalates
California to eliminate toxic substances from products
California launches toxic chemicals reduction program; forces manufactures to eliminate flame retardants from consumer products
Germany suggests horizontal European nano-registry
German Ministry of the Environment publishes impact assessment on European Nano-Product Registry; registry based on existing regulations most cost-efficient
GRAS petitions: Trade secrets vs. public disclosure
Food Safety News argues that spotlight on GRAS notification process may shift line between trade secrets and public disclosure
New database on nanoproducts
Technical University of Denmark launches Nanodatabase, includes safety evaluation of products containing nano-components
Opinion: No more secrets over trade talks
MEP Scott-Cato responds to MEP Girling’s article in the Wall Street Journal, argues for the use of the precautionary principle in EDC policy and the opening of the TTIP trade talks to the public
Public consultation on PFOS and PFOA
US EPA opens public comment period on perfluorinated substances PFOS and PFOA, also used in food contact
New FPF report: Assessment of nanoclay enforced PLA
New study investigates physical properties and toxicological outcomes for nanoclay in FCM in in vitro experiments