In previous coverage, we’ve told you about PFAS—per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances that don’t readily break down and can accumulate in humans, causing serious health problems. We’ve also told you ...
On February 28, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that grease-proofing substances containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are no longer being sold by ...
Only three labs in the country can rigorously test down to the part-per-trillion level and help brands validate PFAS-free claims with real, third party validated data. (Photo by DAVID PINTENS/BELGA ...
Pretty much all of us are exposed to the “forever chemicals” known as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), which are often used to make products grease-proof, waterproof, nonstick, or ...
In the absence of comprehensive federal regulation of PFAS in food packaging, states are dishing out their own laws. Thus far, 13 (thirteen) states have enacted laws addressing PFAS substances in food ...
BERLIN, GERMANY - DECEMBER 22. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images) In the pursuit of performance, the fashion industry has quietly adopted a class of synthetic chemicals that offer stain resistance, ...
On March 25, the NSF announced the launch of NSF Certification Guideline 537: PFAS-Free Products for Nonfood Compounds and Food Equipment Materials (NSF 537). The new guideline leverages NSF’s ...
PFAS has been a central component in products formulated to resist heat and stains (e.g., grease and water). It is found in cookware, paints, food packaging and water-resistant clothing. Because of ...
From non-stick frying pans to stain-resistant sofas, some of the most innovative everyday products are made using chemicals known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These “forever ...
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