Chipotle Bowls Might Contain A Cancer Causing Ingredient
Be cautious.
There are concerns over Chipotle’s bowls, a new study finds the biodegradable bowls contain cancer-linked PFAs or “Forever Chemicals” that help the bowls hold hot, wet, and greasy foods.
The Environmental Protection Agency says the chemicals don’t break down in the human body and will accumulate over time.
The EPA also reports these compounds can cause cancer, developmental issues, and reproductive problems.
San Francisco is banning the bowls starting January 1st while manufacturers are said to be “scrambling” to find an alternative to the toxic bowls. But nothing currently exists.
“As evidenced in Chipotle’s Sustainability Report, we are committed to using safe and sustainable food packaging and only partner with suppliers who make fluorochemical sciences and food safety a top priority,” a representative for Chipotle told Delish. “These suppliers operate under strict guidelines set forth by the FDA, and have all provided Chipotle with certification that all raw material and finished pulp products fully meet regulatory requirements.”
