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September 4, 2014
Trade association notes an increase in recycling quantities; need to align collection process in member states remains
Topics: recycling
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July 10, 2014
European Commission announces a ban of landfills for recyclables by 2025; industry comments
Topics: recycling
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June 24, 2014
EPA publishes reports on alternatives for the brominated flame retardants HBCD and pentaBDE
Topics: flame retardants, recycling
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June 13, 2014
Consultant argues for biobased but not biodegradable packaging solutions, considers biodegradability inefficient
Topics: bioplastics, recycling
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June 10, 2014
“Greenfiber” based on VACUREMA Prime ® technology considered safe for recycling PET into food contact materials
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June 4, 2014
EFSA considers another recycling process safe for food contact materials
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May 28, 2014
EFSA finds another PET recycling process safe, MKF-Ergis ensures safe packaging for all foodstuffs
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May 9, 2014
EFSA considers PET recycling processes “Pheonix-ESPS” and “RPC Cobelplast” safe
Topics: recycling
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April 8, 2014
EFSA publishes new scientific opinions for 3 PET recycling processes, recycled PET not of safety concern when used in direct contact with food
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March 5, 2014
EFSA considers PET recycling processes “LPR”, “APPE Supercycle B” and “FPR” safe for food contact
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