All Contaminants & residues articles
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NewsLargest-ever FDA testing of infant formula confirms low contaminant levels
Largest-ever FDA infant formula study finds most products meet high safety standards while regulators pledge tighter oversight and transparency.
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NewsCold plasma reduces peanut allergenicity by nearly 70 percent, study finds
McGill University research shows cold plasma treatment cuts peanut allergenicity by nearly 70 percent, potentially enabling safer ingredients for foods.
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NewsFood packaging releases 1,000 tonnes of microplastics into food annually
Global research reveals food packaging releases 1,000 tonnes of microplastics into food each year, highlighting predictable exposure risks and prevention opportunities.
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NewsMPs urge PFAS restrictions in food packaging and cookware
UK MPs call for restrictions on PFAS in food packaging, cookware and agriculture amid concerns over contamination and human exposure.
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NewsAldi recalls honey roasted salmon fillets over incorrect use-by date
Discount retailer pulls salmon product nationwide after labelling error extended shelf life by two months, prompting a food safety warning.
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NewsHigh prenatal PFAS exposure linked to increased childhood asthma risk
Study of more than 11,000 Swedish children finds significantly higher asthma rates where mothers experienced very high PFAS exposure during pregnancy.
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NewsDetecting trace pathogen levels does not always mean health risk, study finds
Researchers warn ultra-sensitive pathogen tests may trigger unnecessary recalls and food waste despite trace detections posing limited health risk.
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NewsEuropean Commission launches AI TraceMap tool to combat food fraud and outbreaks
The AI-powered TraceMap platform aims to speed detection of food fraud, contamination and outbreaks across EU agri-food supply chains.
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NewsNSF launches tiered UK food auditing service to support hygiene compliance
NSF unveils three-tier auditing programme to help UK hospitality and retail operators improve hygiene, manage risk and meet evolving regulations.
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NewsNearly one in five flagged food imports bypass Dover biosecurity checks
DEFRA data shows flagged meat and plant consignments skipping UK border inspections, raising disease risks for livestock, crops and food supply chains.
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NewsNanoplastics may increase Salmonella virulence, study warns
Researchers find nanoplastics from food packaging may boost Salmonella virulence and biofilm formation, raising emerging questions for food safety.
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NewsFDA upgrades frozen blueberries recall to Class I over listeria concern
More than 55,000 pounds of frozen blueberries recalled across US and Canada after listeria detection triggers highest-risk FDA action.
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ArticleUnpacking the evolving science of pathogen persistence in food processing environments
Even the most robust sanitation programmes cannot fully eliminate pathogen persistence. As biofilms, harbourage sites and genomic surveillance reshape what manufacturers know about contamination risk, persistence is emerging as one of the defining tests of modern food safety.
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NewsEuropean Commission’s JRC launches certified reference material to improve cereulide toxin detection in food
JRC launches certified reference material to improve cereulide toxin measurement, helping laboratories enhance food safety testing and protect consumers worldwide.
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NewsFoodborne antimicrobial resistance threat persists across Europe
EFSA and ECDC warn antimicrobial resistance in foodborne bacteria such as Salmonella and Campylobacter remains high, threatening treatment effectiveness and reinforcing need for coordinated food supply chain action.
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NewsEFSA mercury seafood consumption survey reveals EU consumer risk awareness
EFSA study finds frequent intake of high-mercury fish across Europe while consumer understanding of health risks lags behind recognised benefits.
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NewsInfant formula recall expands as FSA urges parents to check supplies
FSA urges parents to check infant formula as global recall widens over cereulide contamination linked to products from multiple manufacturers.
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OpinionMycotoxins: the silent, escalating threat to global food security
Amid the countless prominent effects of climate change lies a growing problem that’s been sidelined and misunderstood for too long. Professor Chris Elliott reveals why we must collectively sharpen up our approach to tackling mycotoxins in our food.
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NewsUK Government introduces first national PFAS plan targeting ‘forever chemicals’
UK Government launches first PFAS Plan to cut exposure, assess food packaging risks and consult on statutory drinking water limits.
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NewsEFSA assesses pathogen growth risks in meat intended for freezing
EFSA’s assessment shows how storage time, temperature and hygiene determine pathogen risks in meat destined for freezing.