Nov 18 - 24

Chemical Migration in Food Contact Materials

Seltenrich, Nate (2014) "A Hard Nut to Crack: Reducing Chemical Migration in Food Contact Materials," Environmental Health Perspectives. Vol. 123, No. 7, p. A174-A179

Discussion / Homework Questions: Email the attached questions and answers in Word format to Canvas email by 5 pm on Sunday the last day of Session 14.

1. The article describes pathways and potential routes of chemical migration from food packaging into foods. Please describe these pathways.
2. The Article also discusses BPA and other bisphenols. What are the issues associated with these substances in food packaging?
3. Describe LIFE-EDESIA.