Obtaining German LFGB Certification for Oil Bottles
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Guide to Obtaining LFGB Certification for Oil Bottles
Oil bottles are classified as food-contact products; exports to Germany must undergo testing in accordance with LFGB §§ 30/31. Key points are outlined below:
I. Applicable Regulations
German LFGB (Food, Commodities and Feed Code)
EU Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004: General requirements for food-contact materials
(EU) No 10/2011: Specific requirements for plastic food-contact materials (primarily applicable to oil bottles)
II. Standards by Material Type
| Material | Applicable Standard | Key Test Items |
| Glass | LFGB §31 | Heavy metal migration (Lead, Cadmium), sensory test |
| Stainless Steel | LFGB + Metal Cookware Standards | Nickel, Chromium, Manganese migration |
| Plastic (PET/PP/PE) | (EU) 10/2011 | Overall migration, specific migration (Phthalates, BPA), heavy metals |
| Ceramic | 84/500/EEC | Lead and Cadmium release (oil/vinegar bottles classified as "flat" or "hollow" vessels) |
| Enamel/Coating | LFGB + Coating Standards | Elemental migration, coating integrity |
III. Test Items (General for Oil Bottles)
1. Sensory test: Odor and taste transfer (oils are sensitive to off-odors)
2. Chemical migration test: Overall migration, specific substance migration
3. Heavy metal release: Lead, Cadmium, Nickel, Chromium, etc.
4. Specific substances: Phthalates, aromatic amines, BPA (depending on material)
5. Microbiological testing (required in some cases)
IV. Application Process
1. Confirm material and capacity (affects migration test conditions; e.g., 10% ethanol simulant used for olive oil)
2. Submit samples: Typically 2–3 complete finished products
3. Select testing agency: Recommended – Dezewei Testing (CNAS Registration No.: L8083)
4. Testing turnaround: 5–7 working days (migration tests using oil simulants take longer)
5. Report Issuance: German/English report, including an LFGB Declaration of Compliance.
V. Key Considerations
Selection of Food Simulants: Vegetable oil or 95% ethanol is typically used as the food simulant for oil bottles.
Conditions of Use: Specify contact temperature (e.g., ambient temperature/100°C), contact duration, and whether the product is intended for repeated use.
Labeling Requirements: Product packaging must indicate "For Food Contact," the material type, and the symbol for repeated use (applicable to glass, plastic, etc.).
Certificate Validity: LFGB reports are generally valid for 5 years, though clients or platforms may require a report issued within the last year.
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