FAO flags potential risks in recycled plastic food packaging
The FAO has highlighted gaps in how recycled plastics are assessed for food contact use, citing uneven rules and limited testing for potentially harmful substances.
14 May 2026
14 May 2026
The FAO has highlighted gaps in how recycled plastics are assessed for food contact use, citing uneven rules and limited testing for potentially harmful substances.
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