Author: Scripps News Staff
On Wednesday, the FDA announced certain grease-proofing substances containing per and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, will no longer be sold for use in food packaging in the USChemicals are applied to paper or paperboard packaging for waterproofing and to prevent leakage of oils and grease. They are commonly found in fast-food wrapping, microwave popcorn bags, takeout containers and pet food packaging.Chemicals are widely used and do not degrade easily in the environment, leading to contamination of water and soil and accumulation in humans and animals. Current scientific research has found that exposure to certain levels of PFAS can contribute to…
On Wednesday, the FDA announced certain grease-proofing substances containing per and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, will no longer be sold for use in food packaging in the USChemicals are applied to paper or paperboard packaging for waterproofing and to prevent leakage of oils and grease. They are commonly found in fast-food wrapping, microwave popcorn bags, takeout containers and pet food packaging.Chemicals are widely used and do not easily break down in the environment, leading to contamination of water and soil and to accumulation in humans and animals. Current scientific research has found that exposure to certain levels of PFAS can…