What does Preamble of No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The amendment would deem certain substances to be unsafe for use as food contact substances. The bill is referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce.

What does SHORT TITLE. of No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026

What does SUBSTANCES DEEMED UNSAFE FOR USE AS FOOD CONTACT SUBSTANCES. of No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) by adding a list of substances deemed unsafe for use as food contact substances. The listed substances include various chemicals such as ortho-phthalates, PFAS, Bisphenol A, acrolein, acrylamide, BHA, chlorinated paraffins, 1,4-Dioxane, asbestos, benzene, chloroform, methylene chloride, ethylene oxide, formaldehyde, and styrene polymers. When evaluating alternative substances to those listed, the Secretary must consider potential adverse effects on vulnerable populations, including infants, children, pregnant women, and individuals with preexisting medical conditions. The Act preserves the authority of states and political subdivisions to enact stricter laws regarding food additives than those established under the federal law. The applicability of the new provisions regarding unsafe food contact substances is delayed for two years after the Act's enactment.

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No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026

Last updated: 6/9/2026 · Introduced: 6/9/2026

Author: Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

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The bill deems certain substances, including ortho-phthalates, PFAS, and Bisphenol A, as unsafe for use as food contact substances under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
The Secretary must consider potential adverse effects on vulnerable populations when evaluating alternative substances to those deemed unsafe.
States and political subdivisions are preserved the authority to enact stricter laws regarding food additives than those established under the federal law.

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