French DGCCRF testing and scope of food containers
Date：2025-01-17 09:14:21 Classification
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When food containers are sold in the French market, they need to pass the French DGCCRF test to ensure that they meet French food-grade safety standards. The following is a detailed introduction to the French DGCCRF test and scope of food containers:
1. DGCCRF test items
Migration test: evaluate the content of chemicals that may migrate into food when the food container comes into contact with food. This is one of the key tests to ensure the safety of food containers.
Heavy metal dissolution test: detect the dissolution of heavy metal elements (such as lead, cadmium, chromium, nickel, etc.) that may exist in food containers to ensure that they will not contaminate food.
Sensory test: evaluate the appearance, smell, taste, etc. of food containers to ensure that they will not have adverse effects on food.
Specific substance migration test: migration test for certain specific chemicals (such as plasticizers, antioxidants, etc.) to evaluate whether they may migrate into food.
Other related tests: depending on the material and purpose of the food container, other related tests may also be required, such as peroxide value test, formaldehyde dissolution test, aromatic amine dissolution test, etc.
2. DGCCRF testing scope
Material range: DGCCRF testing covers food containers of various materials, including plastic, rubber, ceramic, glass, metal, etc. Food containers of different materials may require different test items.
Product types: including but not limited to tableware (such as bowls, plates, cups, knives and forks, etc.), kitchen utensils (such as pots, shovels, spoons, etc.), food packaging materials (such as plastic wrap, fresh-keeping bags, fresh-keeping boxes, etc.) and various storage containers.
Special requirements: For certain types of food containers, such as cookware with organic coatings, in addition to the coating surface, the metal as the substrate also has corresponding testing requirements. In addition, France has special classifications and requirements for metal products (especially stainless steel), such as at least 13% chromium must be contained, and the coating and substrate must be tested separately.
3. Precautions
Understand standards and regulations: Before conducting DGCCRF testing, companies should understand the relevant food-grade safety standards and regulatory requirements in France in detail to ensure that the product meets all relevant safety requirements.
Choose a certification body: Companies should choose an authoritative and professional third-party certification body for testing. This ensures the accuracy and reliability of the test results and helps companies build a good brand image in the French market.
Regular review: Since standards and regulations may be constantly updated and changed, it is recommended that companies review and test their products regularly to ensure that they continue to meet the requirements of the DGCCRF standards.
In summary, when food containers are sold in the French market, they need to pass strict DGCCRF testing to ensure that they meet French food-grade safety standards. Companies should understand the relevant test items and scope, and choose professional certification bodies for testing to ensure product safety and compliance.
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