Swiss authorities impose ban on sale of PFAS-tainted fish

Pike and perch from Lake Zug in central Switzerland are too contaminated by PFAS, so-called "forever chemicals". Their sale or distribution as food is forbidden with immediate effect. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox Representative samples of the stocks showed that the federal food safety limits had been exceeded, the Zug authorities declared on Friday. A ban now is now in place for all professional and amateur fishermen and women. However, personal consumption remains permitted. According to the press release, eating fish contaminated with PFAS does not pose an acute health risk. However, repeated ingestion of the chemicals over the years can cause chronic damage to health and should therefore be avoided. Financial support planned The ban will mean financial losses for professional fishermen and women. The cantonal government is "in principle" in favour of providing support and has commissioned the Office for Forests and Wildlife (AFW) to clarify the ... Full story here Are you the author? Previous post See more for 3.) Swissinfo Business and Economy Next post
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