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 aims to deem certain substances as unsafe for use as food contact substances. The bill includes provisions for 'other purposes' beyond the primary amendment.

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 new subsection (l) to Section 409. The amendment designates specific chemicals as 'unsafe for use as food contact substances,' including ortho-phthalates, PFAS, Bisphenol A and related compounds, acrolein, acrylamide, BHA, chlorinated paraffins, 1,4-Dioxane, asbestos, benzene, chloroform, methylene chloride, ethylene oxide, formaldehyde, and styrene polymers. When evaluating alternative food contact substances, the Secretary must consider potential adverse effects on vulnerable populations. The term 'vulnerable population' includes infants, children, pregnant women, the elderly, individuals with preexisting medical conditions, workers, and residents in communities with disproportionate exposures. This subsection establishes a minimum standard for public health and does not preempt state or local laws that are equivalent to or more stringent than the federal requirements. Section 409(l) of the FD&C Act, as added by this section, will apply two years after the date of enactment of this Act.

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No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026

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

Author: Richard Blumenthal (D-CT)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to designate specific chemicals, including ortho-phthalates and PFAS, as unsafe for use in food packaging.
The bill requires consideration of potential adverse health effects on vulnerable populations, such as infants and pregnant women, when evaluating alternative food contact substances.
This legislation establishes a federal minimum standard for food packaging safety without preventing states or localities from enacting stricter regulations.

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