PLASTICS AND HEALTH

European studies on bisphenol A nearing conclusion / Dutch report complements EU assessments

SCHOELLER ALLIBERT

Returnable transit packaging manufacturer introduces new recycling solution / EFSA approves process facilities in three European locations

PHOENIX TECHNOLOGIES

EFSA approves rPET process

PLASTICS AND HEALTH

ECHA launches consultation on reclassifying BPA's reproductive toxicity / French proposal

PLASTICS AND HEALTH

PlasticsEurope “concerned” about unilateral bans on BPA / Calls on EU member states to respect existing food contact regulations

PLASTICS AND HEALTH

French Senate proposes ban on BPA in food packaging / PlasticsEurope “concerned”

FOOD PACKAGING

EFSA: Scientific opinions adopted on rPET production for food contact applications / No safety concerns over 10 reviewed processes

ARTENIUS

Fast reheat PET resin can save up to 20% of energy usage in production

PLASTICS AND HEALTH

France extends BPA ban to all food packaging / Industry groups cite conflict with European rules

BASF

Doubling capacity for “Hexamoll DINCH” plasticiser / Plans for second plant in Ludwigshafen

PLASTICS AND HEALTH

EU bans PC baby bottles from 2011 / Health groups delighted, PlasticsEurope “disturbed”

PLASTICS AND HEALTH

Canada's ban on BPA in baby products now in effect / Precautionary approach “appropriate”

PLASTICS AND HEALTH

European food safety agency won't change its verdict on BPA / “No new evidence” found

PLASTICS AND HEALTH

European food watchdog again delays report on BPA / “Insufficient time”/ No clear evidence

LANXESS

“Mesamoll” plasticiser capacity in Uerdingen to be expanded due to increasing demand

LANXESS

EFSA says phthalate-free plasticiser "Mesamoll II“ poses no risk in food applications / Official EC approval expected this fall / Possible inroads into the global toy market

PLASTICS AND HEALTH

Denmark bans BPA in children's food packaging temporarily / Minister says more studies needed

PLASTICS AND HEALTH

New studies on bisphenol A draw comment / EPA unsure / EFSA to review its recommendations