A new study, published on 24-Aug-2023 in the journal Food Additives and Contaminants, found evidence of “forever chemical” PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in the majority of both paper and bamboo straws tested. Scientists in Belgium tested 39 brands of straws made of paper, bamboo, plastic and stainless steel found in shops, supermarkets and restaurants across the country.Paper straws were the most likely to contain PFAS, with 18 out of 20, or 90% of paper brands testing positive. They were also found in four out of five bamboo straws, three out of four plastic straws and two out of five glass straws. (Source : USA Today)
