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Study shows the lack of understanding of consumers on food contact materials
15 Apr 2022
German consumer organisation Verbraucherzentrale Bundesverband (VZBV) conducted a study on German consumers’ perception and knowledge of food packaging and food contact mater...
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Microplastic pollution: recent study shows the presence of microplastics in human blood
25 Mar 2022
A pioneering study trying to detect the presence of microplastic pollution in human blood was published this week, showing alarming results. Microplastics were found in t...
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EFSA draft opinion suggests lowering the tolerable Bisphenol A daily intake
22 Dec 2021
In an opinion published in December 2021, the European Food Safety Agency (EFSA) has re-assessed the risks of bisphenol A (BPA) in food, suggesting to drastically lower the tolerab...
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Consumers organization calls for a reform of the EU food packaging legislation
21 Dec 2021
Consumers’ concern about the safety of food packaging materials is increasing across Europe. According to data from the Eurobarometer, 86% of European consumers have worries abou...
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SAFE publishes guidelines for consumers on Food Contact Materials
22 Oct 2021
Researches show the existence of health risks linked to the use of Food Contact Materials (FCMs). New guidelines published by SAFE encompass conclusions from these studies and show...
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European Commission redefines maximum levels for cadmium and lead in food
12 Aug 2021
On August 10th, the European Commission announced that new limits will apply for tolerated lead and cadmium levels in food products. These restrictions concern fruits, vegetables, ...
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