The Food Packaging Forum (FPF) has unveiled the Food Contact Chemicals Priority (FCCprio) List, a significant advancement in identifying and prioritizing food contact chemicals (FCCs) based on their potential h [...]
A recent study conducted by the Institute of Environmental Assessment and Water Research (IDAEA-CSIC) has found plastic-related additives in 85% of the 109 food products analyzed, reflecting a significant conce [...]
Recent peer-reviewed research has once again focused attention on the food additive titanium dioxide, indicating that its toxic effects might be more significant than previously recognized. The study emphasizes [...]
A new method developed by ANSES’s Laboratory for Food Safety promises to revolutionize the measurement of arsenic levels in various food items, improving the assessment of consumer exposure and associated [...]
A new report from the Pesticide Action Network (PAN Europe) has revealed a concerning increase in trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), a so-called "forever chemical," in European wines. The study, titled Message from th [...]
The European Commission has released its annual RASFF report, highlighting significant trends in food and feed safety for 2024. The report indicates a notable rise in the number of notifications concerning susp [...]
A recent review has assessed the various types of food contaminants (biological, chemical, and physical) and the underlying factors contributing to food safety risks. Conducted by researchers from the universit [...]
In a significant move, EU Member States have voted to renew the use of 8-hydroxyquinoline, a pesticide recognized for its reprotoxic effects, raising alarm among environmental and health advocacy groups. The re [...]
Recent research highlights a troubling aspect of nanoplastics: their ability to absorb toxic heavy metals such as lead, posing significant health risks. This study, conducted by researchers at the New Jersey In [...]
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published its 2024 Annual Report on Emerging Risks and Horizon Scanning Activities, highlighting the organization’s ongoing commitment to enhancing food and f [...]
