Timothy Duncan, a research scientist at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), along with colleagues from the Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH), demonstrated through research that silver can leach from nanoparticle-containing plastic packaging into the food it holds. While antimicrobial packaging is recognized for its ability to extend food shelf life, prevent illnesses, and reduce food waste, this new research highlights a reason for caution when using such materials, and could play a role in future policy decisions.

Read more on their findings here.