According to Sykes, polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is one of the strongest contenders for most sustainable form of not just plastic, but food packaging in general. PET, according to Sykes, is safe ...

Recycled paper packaging may leach harmful metals into food, particularly in acidic environments, highlighting urgent safety concerns and regulatory gaps.

Researchers at Virginia Tech have found a way to make biodegradable packaging stronger while using less energy in the process ...

“And these chemicals leach out of packaging ... containers — the more cramped the container, the more contact it has with the food inside. Muncke recalled a recent flight where she was ...

A new study has raised alarms over the potential health risks of recycled paper food contact materials (FCMs), showing that they can release dangerous levels of toxic metals—including lead, arsenic, ...

Despite the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in food packaging for decades, there’s suddenly a flurry of ...

The study defines biosensors as analytical devices that convert biological reactions into measurable signals, such as changes ...

which found widespread evidence of packaging-related chemicals in humans. Professor Olwenn Martin is concerned regulation may be lagging behind the science “Food contact materials like containers may ...

Over 80 innovators worldwide entered the competition, which seeks packaging solutions made from recyclable, compostable, long-lasting and/or user-friendly materials. The winner may have the chance to ...

This composition ensures the packaging is completely biodegradable and safe for food contact. The innovation comes at a crucial time for India, the world's second largest fish producer ...