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As part of the registration of eFUME® in the U.S.A, we have officially requested the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) establish an exemption for ethyl formate and formic acid from the requirement of a tolerance in or on all food commodities. These compounds occur naturally and this step aligns with our commitment to safer and more sustainable fumigation practices in food and agriculture.  As part of the registration process, the EPA opened a public comment period, inviting feedback from stakeholders and the community. This was a critical opportunity to engage in shaping policies that impact food safety and environmental sustainability. The Public comment period has now ended as of December 12th, 2024.  We are excited to have a pragmatic outcome to this public consultation work and are looking forward to the approval of eFUME® – watch this space!

Pleased to see my article - "'Toxic Terroir?' PFAS in Agricultural Biosolids" - published this month in the American Bar Association's Journal of Natural Resources & Environment. My thanks to the ABA's Environment, Energy, and Resources Section for the opportunity to publish this piece examining the evolving legal landscape of PFAS liability and remediation opportunities in the agricultural biosolid context!

Do you see red? The FDA is considering banning Red No. 3, a petroleum-based food dye that has been used for more than 50 years in thousands of products, from candy to soda. The dye could cause cancer in animals in high doses, but the agency so far determined it was safe in the amounts used in food. California passed a law banning Red No. 3 last year and lawmakers in 10 other US states have introduced legislation to ban the dye in foods. California’s Environmental Protection Agency reviewed research on synthetic dyes and found evidence that when consumed in food, they can negatively impact children’s behavior. Red No. 3 has been banned or severely restricted in many countries, including Australia, Japan and the European Union. Source: NPR

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Join Us at the Forefront of PFAS Research at LCGC’s PFAS Summit 2024! We’re thrilled to announce that PerkinElmer is a proud sponsor of LCGC’s PFAS Summit 2024! This is your chance to hear from industry experts about the latest techniques for analyzing PFAS in food and environmental samples. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding, expand your network, and be part of the solution to one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time. Tuesday and Wednesday, March 26 and 27, 2024 Morning Sessions: 9:30am - 12:00pm EDT Afternoon Sessions: 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT Are you ready to be at the forefront of environmental and food safety? Here’s why you should attend the PFAS Summit 2024: State-of-the-Art Techniques: The summit will showcase the latest separation science techniques used to analyze PFAS. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the most advanced methodologies in the field. Insights from Leading Scientists: Hear directly from leading scientists about the cutting-edge chromatographic techniques they’re using to analyze PFAS in food and environmental applications. This is your chance to learn from the best in the business. Practical Learning: The summit isn’t just about theory. You’ll also learn how modern separation science techniques are used in practice to analyze PFAS in food and environmental samples. This practical knowledge could be invaluable in your work. Are you ready? Register now! bit.ly/4cj0pH0 #PFAS #LCGC #EnvironmentalScience #FoodSafety

My first paper assessing the occurance of PFAS at the point of use in private drinking water systems in Virginia was recently published in Science of the Total Environment (STOTEN) (!!) You can read our manuscript here:

Hello out there! There comes the next event on one of the actual challenges we are faced - PFAS ! So join the summit below to learn more. #perkinelmer #PFAS #LCGC

💡Get inspired, get involved💡 The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) invites the scientific community to community to work towards #ChemicalSafety across the EU. Your research can help protecting people and the environment from hazardous chemicals while helping us shift away from animal testing. 🔎📚Explore ECHA's updated report on identified research needs and discover how you can contribute 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dn-EiB97 📩If you have ongoing research or if you plan to develop a new project and you need more information on the regulatory context, reach out to us at PARC[@]echa.europa.eu. 💻You can also join our #webinar on 18 June to hear latest updates from the European Chemicals Agency, European Environment Agency and European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) on our research needs 🔗 https://lnkd.in/deA4y4_R #ECHAscience, #ChemicalSafetyEU, #Research

💡Get inspired, get involved💡 The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) invites the scientific community to community to work towards #ChemicalSafety across the EU. Your research can help protecting people and the environment from hazardous chemicals while helping us shift away from animal testing. 🔎📚Explore ECHA's updated report on identified research needs and discover how you can contribute 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dn-EiB97 📩If you have ongoing research or if you plan to develop a new project and you need more information on the regulatory context, reach out to us at PARC[@]echa.europa.eu. 💻You can also join our #webinar on 18 June to hear latest updates from the European Chemicals Agency, European Environment Agency and European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) on our research needs 🔗 https://lnkd.in/deA4y4_R #ECHAscience, #ChemicalSafetyEU, #Research

The Impact of Environmental Regulations on Global Food Systems Environmental regulations play a pivotal role in shaping global food systems, influencing everything from agricultural practices to food production and distribution. These regulations aim to protect the environment, ensure food… #Food Systems >>> Read more