Winston’s Environmental Law Update

There are myriad examples of lawsuits ensuing after a regulatory body or other agency issues a statement or report on a particular substance. As things currently stand, however, statements by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may offer a defense to claims involving microplastics.  

On July 20, 2022, the FDA opened a docket to seek data regarding the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in food containers that may migrate into consumers’ food. Electronic or written comments and scientific data and information must be submitted by October 18, 2022.