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15 Restricted Chemicals Found in Plastic Food Packaging
NonToxCo Research
Science & Safety Team · 4/8/2026
Fifteen restricted chemicals were found leaching from plastic food packaging into the food you eat.
What's Leaching From Your Packaging
A 2026 study detected 15 restricted substances in plastic-packaged food products. These are chemicals that regulators have identified as concerning, yet they're still getting into food through packaging migration.
What You Can Do
Transfer food out of plastic packaging before eating or storing. Use glass containers. Browse non-toxic kitchen alternatives for plastic-free options.
Source: Authors (2026).