Archives for November 7, 2011

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Hempel on right track with BPA-free coating

By Mark Astley

A newly, developed bisphenol A-free surface lining for rail transportation cars will put the food sector “one step ahead of regulations,” says the coating’s developer.

Helpdesk bids to simplify and speed up EFSA applications

By Rory Harrington

Packaging players seeking authorisation for novel food contact materials (FCMs) will be just one group set to benefit from the introduction of a new advice service, said the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

Decision on food and drink Ecolabel some months away

By Jane Byrne

A decision is not expected until spring 2012 on whether the EU Ecolabel would be extended to food and drink products, reports the EU, following the publication of a feasibility study last week.