Foodwatch study shows contamination of dry foods packaged in paper or board with mineral oils; online petition launched to call for EU-wide introduction of functional barriers, limit levels in food
Researchers blend renewably sourced plastic with natural biocide to create active packaging
Chitosan, polycaprolactone and wheat based polymers combine to make novel food packaging with biocidal and water scavenging properties, new research published by French researchers
Discussion over the health risks arising from BPA substitute
New study finds BPS to disrupt hormone signaling in rat cell, discussion about BPA replacement increases
EDC resolution: Final text available
Meeting report of 4th International Conference on Chemicals Management now available online; final text of resolution on endocrine disrupting chemicals included
Insurances name EDCs an emerging risk
Report by The CRO Forum on endocrine disrupting chemicals recommends reducing exposure, supporting regulators and entering a dialogue with the chemical industry
Consensus on definition of low dose hypothesis needed
Summary article of 2012 Berlin low dose workshop shares workshop proceedings, consensus and disagreements, and shows proposed next steps required to advance risk assessment of EDCs
DG SANCO stakeholder meeting on FCMs
European Commission holds working group meeting on food contact materials with stakeholders from Member States, industry and public interest.
ACC says BPA is safe for use in food contact materials
The American Chemistry Council responds to a new scientific study on the effects of BPA on thyroid function
BPA replacement also interferes with the endocrine system at low doses
New study shows that BPS, a BPA replacement, leads to cell proliferation at low doses and interferes with normal estradiol induced signaling pathways
Controversy about the safety of plastic food contact materials
A recently published review article by Korean researchers sparks a scientific debate on the safety of plastic food contact materials containing hormone active substances.