ECHA notifies of intent to prepare restriction dossier for intentionally added microplastics in all consumer and professional products
January 21, 2019
12th amendment to EU plastic FCM regulation
EU Regulation on plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food amended; changes made to include three new substances and modify use and migration limits
January 17, 2019
Swiss industry discusses packaging of the future
Trade association’s annual conference 2019 zooms in on criteria for future-proof packaging solutions, focuses on recycling and consumer education
January 17, 2019
Nestlé steps towards packaging commitment
Food and beverage company Nestlé outlines specific steps in reaching its commitment of 100% recyclable or reusable packaging by 2025
January 15, 2019
Report on risk of microplastics
Scientists conclude no widespread risk currently posed by micro and nanoplastics; note limited evidence, measurement difficulty, and potential change with ongoing pollution
January 15, 2019
Industry alliance on plastic waste
‘Alliance to End Plastic Waste’ to raise $1.5 billion in member commitments; help address plastic waste management in urban areas and rivers
January 14, 2019
Second plastics survey results
European Plastics Converters Association survey highlights continued need for improvements in quality of recycled plastics including through collection and sorting
January 11, 2019
Managing chemicals in plastic packaging
Research project demonstrates lack of transparency on chemicals in plastic packaging, identifies phthalates as urgent substitution candidates; non-intentionally added substances pose unique assessment challenges
January 10, 2019
UK research hub to investigate plastics
University of Exeter receives £1 million award to create new center to study plastic use and waste
January 8, 2019
Upcoming webinar on microplastics
Collaborative on Health and Environment to hold third webinar within series on the effects on plastics on health; registration now open
