Compliance Report for Self-Sealing Fresh-Keeping Bags (German LFGB Certification
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Guide to Obtaining German LFGB Compliance Reports for Self-Sealing Food Storage Bags
Self-sealing food storage bags are classified as food-contact materials; exports to Germany must comply with the requirements of Articles 30, 31, and 35 of the LFGB (German Food, Commodities, and Feed Code). Below is the complete process for obtaining a compliance report:
I. Core LFGB Testing Items
| Test Category | Key Substances/Indicators | Limit Requirements |
| Sensory Test | Color migration, odor | No abnormal release |
| Overall Migration Test | Total migration | ≤10 mg/dm² (immersion in food simulants) |
| Heavy Metal Migration | Pb, Cd, Hg, Cr(VI), etc. | Strict limits |
| Specific Substances | Plasticizers (DEHP, etc.), antioxidants | Restricted |
| Microbiological Test | Total bacterial count, coliforms | Compliance with food-grade standards |
| Fluorescent Whitening Agents | Specific banned substances | Not detectable |
Food storage bags are typically made of PE or PP; key areas of focus include the migration of plasticizers and the migration of ink or printed layers. II. Application Process (5 Steps)
1. Prepare Application Materials
Product specifications and material details (BOM list)
Composition information for printing inks, adhesives, and sealing strips
Intended use details (types of food contact; suitability for microwave or freezer use)
2. Submit Samples for Testing
Send complete finished product samples to a third-party laboratory with CNAS/CMA accreditation (Dezewei Testing CNAS Registration No.: L8083)
Recommended sample quantity: ≥20 units to ensure multiple tests can be conducted simultaneously
Focus testing on the food-contact surface (inner surface)
3. Select Food Simulants
Based on the intended use of the fresh-keeping bags, common simulants include:
10% Ethanol (aqueous foods)
3% Acetic acid (acidic foods)
Vegetable oil (fatty foods)
20% Ethanol (alcoholic foods)
4. Obtain LFGB Test Report
Testing turnaround time is generally 5–7 working days
The report must explicitly state "Complies with LFGB Articles 30/31"
Bilingual reports (German/English) facilitate customs clearance in Germany
6. Compile Compliance Dossier
Original LFGB test report
Product technical specifications
Supplier declaration of raw material compliance
Recommended retention period: 10 years for future reference
III. Key Considerations
1. Printing Pattern Risks: Resealable bags often feature printed layers; heavy metals and aromatic amines in inks frequently exceed limits. Use of food-grade ink is recommended.
2. Sealing Strip Material: PE/PVC sealing strips require separate evaluation; PVC carries a higher risk due to plasticizers.
4. Alignment with EU 1935/2004: LFGB is a German regulation, while EU 1935/2004 is the overarching EU framework; compliance with both is recommended.
5. Certification: Voluntary by law but mandatory for the market. Although LFGB is a German regulation, German customs, supermarkets, and Amazon require it; customs clearance is difficult without the report.
Special Note: E-commerce platforms such as Amazon Germany and OTTO have tightened LFGB compliance checks for food-contact products; products lacking the report risk being delisted. It is recommended to complete testing before listing products.
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