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As my knowledge about PFAS has grown, so has my concern. While I have faith in the European Union's efforts to address this issue, I can't help but wonder: is the damage already done? Are we too late to reverse the spread of these persistent chemicals? And are food companies truly prepared to play their part in stopping this? #PFAS #FoodSafety #EU #Sustainability

The PFAS Challenge: Are Food Companies Ready? ⏰ The presence of "forever chemicals" (PFAS) in our food and environment is a growing concern. Contamination can occur through unexpected sources, such as food contact materials like packaging, cookware, and processing equipment. Our latest article dives into the evolving regulatory landscape and offers practical solutions to navigate this complex issue. Discover: ✔The current state of PFAS regulations ✔What the future holds for PFAS legislation ✔Actionable steps to ensure compliance Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/efyq-YYD #PFAS #FoodIndustry #Compliance #FoodSafety #EFSA #EULegislation

The legislation on food contact materials #FCMs is broad, deep and continually evolving across the globe. Having the right reference materials is crucial for reliable testing and traceable quality and safety certificates. 💡 At LGC Standards, we have a broad portfolio of research and reference materials, from bisphenols to phthalates, PFAS to photoinitiators and more. You can rely on us for your food contact chemical compliance and safety testing. Download our new infographic to explore more: https://okt.to/LNYp9V #FoodContactMaterials #FoodSafety #FoodPackaging #plastics

Ensuring the safety and quality of our environment and food supply is a significant and evolving challenge. Analytical testing laboratories are under constant pressure to meet the latest regulations for contaminants such as pesticides, PFAS, phthalates, and SVOCs. Precise, reliable, and efficient analytical workflows are paramount to maintaining the safety and quality of our food and environment.

🌿 Update on California's New PFAS Legislation! 🌿 California is taking further steps to regulate Forever Chemicals with the recent signing of two bills by Governor Gavin Newsom. 🔹 AB 347 introduces enforcement for PFAS bans and labeling requirements for covered products, including juvenile items, textiles, and food packaging. Manufacturers must register their products with the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) by July 1, 2029, and demonstrate compliance with PFAS restrictions. Enforcement begins on July 1, 2030, giving manufacturers time to adjust to new requirements. 🔹 AB 2515, also known as the TAMPON Act, prohibits the manufacture and sale of menstrual products containing regulated PFAS. Starting January 1, 2025, manufacturers must ensure their products comply, with an expanded definition of regulated PFAS coming in 2027. Together, these measures represent a proactive approach to protecting public health and the environment. 💚 #California #PFAS #Regulations #Sustainability #PublicHealth

The Truth About Plastics: Are They Safe for Our Food? Discover the shocking realities of how plastics and microplastics affect our food safety. We expose the truth about FDA regulations and the influence of the petrochemical industry on what we consume daily. Join us in raising awareness for safer alternatives! #FoodSafety #Plastics #Microplastics #FDA #HealthyLiving #EnvironmentalImpact #FoodIndustry #SustainableChoices #Chemicals #HealthAwareness

With increasing velocity, we see states, rather than the federal government, make the decision to ban ingredients and chemicals such as FPAS from manufactured goods. In 2018, Washington became the first state in the nation to restrict the use of firefighting foam that contains PFAS.  24 states have now enacted similar laws, and in 2023 alone, 195 bills were introduced across dozens of legislatures seeking to require that products be PFAS-free. All of this has led to a field of uncertainty around PFAS chemicals and other ingredients, like Red Dye 3, banned by California last autumn.  With this uncertainly, come chaos. It underlines the importance of manufacturers getting out ahead of any scientific or market concern before this patchwork of regulatory action is taken. https://lnkd.in/egXV62ED

Numerous U.S. states have taken action against PFAS by either proposing or enacting legislation that specifically targets their presence in consumer goods. Read our overview of certain state-level PFAS regulations and how they impact businesses. https://hubs.la/Q02WyzkQ0 #PFAS #ForeverChemicals #SupplyChain

The EU is taking a strong stand by endorsing a ban on Bisphenol A #BPA in #FoodContactMaterials. Set to take effect at the close of 2024, the EU-wide ban will include transition periods to allow manufacturers the opportunity to create safer options. > There are also limited exceptions to the ban if there are no available safe alternatives to BPA, such as in plastic filtration membranes for ensuring the microbiological safety of some foods. 🗨️ “Simply put, this will protect the health of European citizens,” said the EU’s Jonathan Briggs – adding that the bloc is now planning revisions to its “entire food contact materials legislation.” 💡Why not download our free #whitepaper for the latest on FCMs – including new research, hazard assessments and testing approaches: https://okt.to/VFJCW8 – and check out our fresh new BPA #ReferenceMaterial: https://okt.to/dPBc4O 📰Read the news: https://okt.to/NJmfXE #FoodSafety #FCCs #ScienceForaSaferWorld

#ForeverChemicals are a hot topic lately, yet many are unaware that numerous food handling gloves contain them. Let's take steps to keep these chemicals away from our skin and food. Make the switch! Got questions? Shoot me a DM! #vinylgloves #foodsafety #ppe #PFAS #phthalates