U.S. researchers discuss contribution of exposure to endocrine disruptors to metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes
August 14, 2018
Demand for glass packaging growing
European Container Glass Federation reports continuing growth of glass packaging production; European consumers favor glass food and drink packaging, according to Friends of Glass survey
August 14, 2018
Laser marks on German fruit and vegetables
German retailer EDEKA launches laser marks on fruit and vegetables instead of using sticker labels or plastic film
August 14, 2018
Opinion: Unlearn how to waste plastics
Article by Environmental Health News discusses increasing challenge of plastic waste driven by economic pressure and growth; recycling and bioplastics deemed ‘simple solutions’ incapable of meeting problem’s scale
August 13, 2018
France to tax non-recycled plastic packaging
French government plans to make products packaged in non-recycled plastic more expensive than those using recycled packaging
August 13, 2018
Chinese database on hazardous chemicals
China’s National Registration Centre for Chemicals introduces platform that can be searched for information on hazardous chemicals; available in Chinese
August 13, 2018
EFSA evaluates ‘General Plastic’ recycling process
EFSA’s CEP Panel considers PET made from recycling process ‘General Plastic’ safe for use in food contact articles for all types of foodstuffs under certain conditions
August 10, 2018
U.S. NTP meetings on alternative toxicological methods
U.S. National Toxicology Program’s Scientific Advisory Committee on Alternative Toxicological Methods holds meetings on September 5-6 and September 19-20, 2018; registration for first meeting now open
August 10, 2018
U.S. bill to promote sustainable chemistry
Two U.S. senators reintroduce Sustainable Chemistry Research and Development Act
August 10, 2018
Innovation challenge for greener chemicals
Collaborative industry innovation challenge leads to development of safer preservatives for consumer products
