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Are They Putting Nanoparticles in Food? An In-Depth Look at Additives and Packaging

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According to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), food-grade titanium dioxide (E171) contains a significant proportion of particles in the nano range, and is no longer considered safe as a food additive. This has heightened public interest regarding the use of engineered nanoparticles in food, affecting both direct additives and indirect contact materials like packaging.