New method for the detection of contaminants in in recycled paper and paperboard. Significant levels of BPA, DEHP and nonylphenols found in commercial retail samples of recycled paperboard food contact materials.
July 29, 2013
EFSA evaluates new recycling processes for PP and PET
EFSA’s CEF panel publishes two new scientific opinions on recycling processes, materials considered safe for food contact
May 28, 2013
EFSA finds polymeric active substance safe for food contact
EFSA evaluates new active substance as liquid absorber in food packaging
May 28, 2013
Sodium carbonate peroxhydrate based active substance allowed for FCM
EFSA considers another active substance safe for food packaging, but not in direct contact with food
April 18, 2013
PP and HDPE recycling processes assessed
EFSA authorizes another process to recycle PP and HDPE crates for food contact use
April 12, 2013
Plastic recycling of single use crates
EFSA authorizes CO.N.I.P recycling process for PP and HDPE crates intended for whole fruits and vegetables
April 10, 2013
EFSA authorizes another PET recycling process
EFSA approves Cumapol PET post-consumer recycling process for food contact
April 5, 2013
2 US states propose ‘not recyclable’ labeling of biodegradable plastic containers
Law modifying recycled plastics labeling proposed in North Carolina and Alabama, aiming to limit contamination of recycling streams
March 29, 2013
Recycled paperboard food packaging is a manageable source of chemical contaminants
FPF reports on new European study showing that inner bags can reduce overall migration, depending on material used
March 11, 2013
EFSA authorizes new PET recycling process
EFSA authorized the PET recycling process “Holfeld Diamant” for food contact
