Non-dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (NDL-PCBs) in foods: exposure and health hazards

Abstract: Non-dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (NDL-PCBs) are ubiquitous in the environment. Humans are exposed to NDL-PCBs mainly via food. Exposure to NDL-PCBs is suspected to be of concern to human health. This chapter discusses the NDL-PCB sources, their environmental transport and occurrence in food items. Human groups with high exposure are addressed. Furthermore, this chapter deals with toxicokinetics and the toxicity profile of NDL-PCBs. It also provides information about the regulatory situation of NDL-PCBs, which could be useful, both for academic and government scientists. This information will also be of value for the food industry, policy makers and consumers.