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Safer Food Packaging: Banning Toxic Chemicals

This new law aims to remove harmful chemicals like phthalates, PFAS, bisphenols, and styrene from food packaging. This means food products will be safer for health, especially for children and pregnant women. Companies will have two years to comply with the new regulations.
Key points
Prohibits the use of specific chemicals (phthalates, PFAS, bisphenols, styrene, antimony trioxide) in food packaging.
Protects health, especially for vulnerable groups, by eliminating potentially harmful chemicals from everyday products.
Companies have two years to implement packaging changes, which may affect product availability or pricing.
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Print number: 118_HR_6105
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2023-10-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Toxics in Food Packaging Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6105.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-10-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of specific chemicals (phthalates, PFAS, bisphenols, styrene, antimony trioxide) in food packaging.
  • Protects health, especially for vulnerable groups, by eliminating potentially harmful chemicals from everyday products.
  • Companies have two years to implement packaging changes, which may affect product availability or pricing.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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