food packaging Archives

Tamil Nadu asks IIT Madras to study plastics in food packaging 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 28, 2026
Key Development The Tamil Nadu government informed the Madras High Court that it has requested IIT Madras to conduct a detailed study on the type of plastic suitable for food packaging and packing materials, especially for hot food and beverages. Focus on Hot Foods and Single-Use Plastics The proposed research will examine the impact of
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Coca-Cola Trials Paper Bottle Carriers in Europe to Cut Plastic Waste 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, General, Health & Wellness, News
- December 16, 2025
Key Development Coca-Cola is taking another step toward reducing plastic waste, with Europe leading the way. In Austria, Coca-Cola HBC has launched a pilot project using paper bottle carriers that could eliminate nearly 200 tonnes of plastic waste every year if adopted at scale. Paper-Based “Lift” Design Replaces Plastic Shrink Wrap The new system replaces traditional
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No, Your Aluminium Foil-Wrapped Food Won’t Cause Cancer 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- December 10, 2025
Key Update Consumers across the country are questioning the safety of aluminium foil used to wrap food, fearing exposure to “heavy metals” and a possible cancer risk. Experts counter these concerns and clarify that aluminium is not a heavy metal, is not listed as a carcinogen, and usually enters the body in extremely small, harmless
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Maharashtra Tightens Food Safety for Christmas–New Year 0

Key Development Maharashtra Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) will conduct surprise inspections at eateries, bars, and restaurants until December 31, ahead of Christmas and New Year, said Minister Narhari Zirwal. FDA teams will collect food samples to detect adulteration and ensure compliance with food safety norms. The inspections will focus on the repurposing of food

UK FSA Proposes Ban on BPA and Similar Chemicals in Food Packaging 0

Key Development The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has launched a 12-week consultation on its plan to ban Bisphenol A (BPA) and related chemicals from food packaging and processing materials. The consultation, open until 24 December 2025, invites industry, consumers, and stakeholders to provide feedback on the proposed ban and its implementation. Cutting Long-Term Exposure

Kolkata Woman Flags Tainted Baby Formula from Big Basket 0

Key Update A woman in Kolkata has accused online grocery platform Big Basket of delivering contaminated formula milk for her 4.5-month-old infant, raising serious concerns over safety and hygiene in online food deliveries. After receiving the formula milk through the app, the mother, identified as Sneha, opened the sealed container and immediately detected a strong