Due to unique properties, engineered nanomaterials currently exist in food and many more are undergoing development by companies worldwide. Despite advancing technology, there are no accepted methods to measure nanomaterials in food. The inability to reliably measure nanomaterials in food and the alimentary canal slows technological advancement that could improve nutrition and food safety, and prevents agencies from establishing safety regulations for their use and development. NanoRelease Food Additive is a public-private partnership of 70+ experts collaborating to support measurement methods development for oral exposure to nanomaterials. A multi-stakeholder committee leads five expert groups in describing material characteristics, alimentary canal environment/models, measurement methods, and risk management aspects. The committee will analyze findings to identify critical gaps in the science and design a workplan to address gaps. Continuous technical discussions allow experts worldwide to develop a trusted dialogue. The ultimate goal is establishing widespread methodology for reliable data and safe products.

NanoRelease Food Additive: Supporting methods to measure food nanomaterials

245th National Meeting (2013)

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