EFSA describes its scientific assessment role and remaining uncertainties for microplastics in food.
Source details
European Food Safety Authority. EFSA. Reviewed October 21, 2026.
Findings
EFSA describes evidence that particles can migrate from food-contact materials, alongside substantial data gaps and concerns about overestimation in some studies. Its topic page states that a full food risk assessment has not yet been completed.
Methods and scope
Official topic page, including Milestones, EFSA’s role, and FAQ, last reviewed October 21, 2026; accessed October 22, 2026.
What this source can support
Supports the stated scientific context and distinguishes EFSA assessment from legal limit-setting.
This topic page is not a legal instrument or a packaging compliance certificate.