German LFGB test procedure for ice containers
Date：2024-07-17 11:18:58 Classification
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Whether ice containers need to undergo German LFGB testing mainly depends on the purpose and material of the container. If the ice container is to be used in direct contact with food, especially if the ice is likely to be used in food or beverages, then LFGB testing may be necessary.
The specific process for filling ice containers for German LFGB testing usually includes the following steps:
1. Application and preparation
1. Submit an application: Enterprises need to submit an application for LFGB certification to the certification agency. Before submitting an application, companies should ensure that the product has completed relevant design and production and initially complies with the regulatory requirements of LFGB.
2. Prepare materials:
Product information: including detailed description, specifications, uses, etc. of the product.
Raw material certification: Provide the source, composition, quality certification, etc. of raw materials.
Instructions for use: product instructions and safety warnings, etc.
2. Data review
The certification body will conduct a detailed review of the information submitted by the company to ensure that the product meets the regulatory requirements of LFGB. The content of the review may include product design, production process, raw material selection, etc. If the information does not meet the requirements, the certification body will ask the company to supplement or modify it.
3. Sample testing
1. Sample preparation: Enterprises need to prepare samples in accordance with the requirements of the certification body and ensure that the samples can represent the actual products produced.
2. Laboratory testing: Samples will be sent to qualified laboratories for safety testing. These tests include but are not limited to:
3. Dissolution test: Evaluate the amount of material that migrates into food under specific conditions.
4. Heavy metal detection: Detect heavy metal elements that may be present in materials, such as lead, cadmium, chromium, etc.
5. Migration test: simulate actual use conditions to evaluate whether harmful substances in materials may migrate into food.
6. Sensory testing: mainly refers to the sensory evaluation of smell and taste to ensure that the product will not have adverse effects on food during use.
Other possible test items, such as physical performance testing, chemical performance testing, microbial performance testing, etc.
4. On-site audit (if applicable)
In some cases, the certification body may need to conduct an audit of the company's production site. The purpose of the audit is to ensure that the company's production process complies with the regulatory requirements of LFGB, including the hygienic status of the production environment, the cleaning and maintenance of production equipment, and the operating specifications of production personnel.
5. Certification decision and issuance
1. Evaluation and audit: After the laboratory completes the test, the certification agency will conduct a comprehensive evaluation and audit of the ice container based on the test results.
2. Generate certification report: Once the product passes the test and audit, the certification agency will generate a detailed certification report indicating whether the ice container meets the LFGB standard.
3. Certificate issuance: Based on the report results, the certification agency will issue the corresponding LFGB certificate to the enterprise. This certificate is an important proof that the company's products comply with the requirements of LFGB regulations.
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