Study Finds Toxic Chemicals in Supposedly Eco-Friendly Food Packaging

Consumer group CLCV reveals harmful substances like PFAS and bisphenol A in plant-based food containers marketed as sustainable.

A study by the consumer group CLCV tested five types of plant-based food packaging, including pizza boxes, burger wrappers, and soup containers.
Harmful chemicals such as bisphenol A, banned in France since 2015, and PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals,' were detected in the packaging.
The presence of bisphenol A is attributed to recycled materials, while PFAS appears to have been intentionally added for water resistance.
The study highlights misleading marketing claims such as 'compostable' and '100% recyclable,' which often do not align with the actual environmental impact of the products.
CLCV calls for stricter regulations, greater transparency from manufacturers, and a push toward reusable packaging as a truly sustainable alternative.