"FDA Bans 'Forever Chemicals' in US Food Packaging to Protect Consumers"

The US FDA has announced that certain types of PFAS, known as "forever chemicals," will no longer be used in food packaging due to their potential health risks and environmental impact. These chemicals have been linked to various health effects and have been a major source of dietary exposure through food packaging materials. While this move has been welcomed by health and environmental advocates, it may take some time for existing stocks of products containing these substances to be exhausted. The phase-out comes after years of pressure from state bans and voluntary actions by chemical manufacturers, and it marks a significant step in reducing exposure to PFAS in food packaging.