Forever Chemicals in Single-Use Food Packaging and Tableware from 17 Countries

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a large group of chemicals used ubiquitously in consumer and professional products, despite concerns around their health and environmental impacts. Due to their grease-resistance properties, PFAS are widely used in fast-food and take-away containers, microwave popcorn bags, and compostable tableware.

Five things to know about toxic 'forever chemicals' now limited by

Dangerous PFAS Chemicals Are in Your Food Packaging - Consumer Reports

PFAS, the toxic chemicals in fast-food containers and tableware. IPEN survey - Gift

How Widespread Are Forever Chemicals? They're Everywhere. - The New York Times

20 Eco-Friendly Products to Replace the Single-Use Disposable Items Haunting Your Kitchen - Tru Earth

New hope for avoiding “forever” chemicals

TOrF content of packaging samples grouped by bead test result carried

The Types of Plastics Families Should Avoid - The New York Times

Pressenza - Page 2 of 1828 - International Press Agency