Switzerland Bans BPA and Other Hazardous Bisphenols in Food Contact Materials

On June 2, 2025, The Swiss Federal Office for Food Safety and Veterinary Affairs (BLV)  announced a significant amendment to its Ordinance on Materials and Articles Intended to Come into Contact with Foodstuffs (FCM Ordinance). Effective July 1, 2025, this revision prohibits the use of Bisphenol A (BPA) and other hazardous bisphenols and bisphenol derivatives in the manufacturing of varnishes and coatings for food contact materials.