PFOA, its salts and related substances warrant global action under the Stockholm Convention; Persistent Organic Pollutants Review Committee considers draft risk profile of PFOA during its 12th meeting
September 23, 2016
Vitamin D levels affected by BPA and phthalates
Scientists find exposure to bisphenol A and phthalates associated with decrease in vitamin D levels; women affected more than men; implications for public health may concern bone and muscle health, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer
September 22, 2016
BfR Annual Report 2015 released
Annual Report 2015 of the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) includes topics relevant to food contact materials and human health, e.g. silver nanoparticles, microplastics
September 22, 2016
Danish environment minister comments on EDC criteria
Esben Lunde Larsen appreciates effort, but criticizes outcome of EC’s criteria on endocrine disrupting chemicals; proposes two category approach identifying confirmed and suspected EDCs
September 21, 2016
Concerns over mineral oils
German TV station airs report on unpublished EFSA document; toxicological consequences of mineral oil exposure allegedly exceed previous assumptions; expert recommends “drastic reduction” of exposure
September 20, 2016
BfR’s research on nanomaterials
German Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) summarizes its research on health and environmental safety of nanomaterials and other novel materials; nanoparticle detection optimized in different matrices; animal-free toxicity testing implemented
September 20, 2016
EDCs in the spotlight in the U.S.
Symposium in recognition of 25 years of EDC research hosted by NIEHS; scientific advances, challenges discussed; ACC blogs on why EDC science should not be celebrated; Endocrine Society calls for stronger policies on EDCs
September 19, 2016
Vision of future without plastic pollution
Global movement of 90 NGOs sets 10 principles to change society’s perception and use of plastics, aiming at a future free from plastic pollution
September 19, 2016
Germany rejects EU recycling targets
EU recycling targets for municipal waste under discussion; Germany proposes new calculation method and data collection before introducing targets under the EU Action Plan for the Circular Economy
September 19, 2016
EC: Upcoming discussions on EDC criteria
Pesticides and Biocides Committees of the European Commission are to discuss the EDC criteria proposal this week
