PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) have been used in pizza boxes for decades due to their unique carbon-fluorine bond, which is resistant to degradation in nature. However, growing concerns over the environmental and health impacts of these substances have led to increased scrutiny and regulatory action. Maine has taken a significant step by becoming the first state in the United States to enforce a ban on the use of PFAS in pizza boxes. This legislation reflects a broader movement towards reducing the use of harmful chemicals in food packaging and protecting public health.
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