Positive News for the (E)PS Industry: EFSA Confirms Styrene Is Not Genotoxic
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has determined that styrene is not genotoxic, reinforcing the safety of styrene polymer-based food-contact materials (FCMs). This conclusion follows a comprehensive scientific review requested by the European Commission.
According to EFSA’s Panel on Food Contact Materials, Enzymes, and Processing Aids (CEP), their draft opinion will be available for public consultation on EFSA’s website until 28 January 2025.
The assessment was based on in vivo genotoxicity studies conducted on both animals and humans, including research from the United States, as well as toxicokinetic data. The findings consistently showed no evidence of genotoxic effects from styrene when ingested.
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