Scientists issue ‘wake-up call’ to food industry over organophosphate esters
Organophosphate esters (OPEs) are chemicals used as flame retardants in furnishings and textiles, building, food packaging materials and decorating materials, as well in various other consumer products. Scientists from the University of Birmingham have completed the first comprehensive assessment of OPEs found in UK foods. The study tested nearly 400…
bubmagSeptember 15, 2022