Inorganic nanoparticles (NPs) and natural antioxidant compounds are an emerging trend in
the food industry. Incorporating these substances in biobased and biodegradable matrices …

For many years, conventional plastics are manufactured and used for packaging
applications in different sectors. As the food industries are increasing, the demand for …

Plastics contain a complex mixture of known and unknown chemicals; some of which can be
toxic. Bioplastics and plant-based materials are marketed as sustainable alternative to …

Plastic products contain complex mixtures of extractable chemicals that can be toxic.
However, humans and wildlife will only be exposed to plastic chemicals that are released …

Chemicals can migrate from polyethylene terephthalate (PET) drink bottles to their content
and recycling processes may concentrate or introduce new chemicals to the PET value …

Food contact materials (FCMs) are used to make food contact articles (FCAs) that come into
contact with food and beverages during, eg, processing, storing, packaging, or consumption …

Macroalgae-based products are increasing in demand also in Europe. In the European
Union, each category of macroalgae-based products is regulated separately. We discuss EU …

Historically, chemicals exceeding maximum allowable exposure levels have been
disastrous to underdeveloped countries. The global food industry is primarily affected by …

As plastic pollution globally is gaining increased attention, the use of bio-based plastics,
especially in the food packaging sector, is growing in popularity. While this move is regarded …

A new report commissioned by WWF provides the most comprehensive account to date of
the extent to which plastic pollution is affecting the global ocean, the impacts it's having on …