A mug is a large handle cup, usually made of ceramic or plastic material, and also made of glass or metal. Its English name "mug" comes from the Latin word "magna", meaning "big". Mugs are usually used for drinking hot beverages such as coffee, tea, hot chocolate, etc. Its design is usually relatively simple, but there are also various colors and patterns to choose from. Some special mugs also have functions such as anti scalding and anti slip. What tests are required for exporting mugs to the European Union?

The following tests are required for exporting mugs to the European Union:

1. Food contact certification: The European Union has strict control standards for all products in contact with food, which require compliance with EU food contact material certification and FDA certification.

2. ROHS testing: The EU market has high environmental requirements, and mugs need to comply with ROHS standards, which means they do not contain harmful substances such as lead, mercury, cadmium, etc.

3. CE certification: The European Union has mandatory standards for the safety, health, and environmental friendliness of some products, and mugs need to pass CE certification.

4. LFGB certification: Germany also has its own standards for food contact materials, and mugs need to comply with LFGB certification.

5. Radioactivity measurement: Determine whether the radiation intensity of a mug meets EU standard specifications by measuring its radiation dose.

6. Nutritional composition testing: For certain forms of mugs, such as those containing certain added ingredients, it is necessary to test their nutritional composition.


The testing process for exporting mugs to the European Union is as follows:

1. Consultation: Provide product information, pictures, and descriptions to relevant organizations.

2. Quotation: Based on the information provided by the applicant, determine the items to be tested and provide a quotation to the applicant.

3. Fill out the application form and submit samples: After the applicant accepts the quotation, fill out the test application form and submit the test samples together to the relevant organization.

4. Payment: After receiving the application form and samples, send a written quotation to the applicant, and the applicant will arrange payment based on the written quotation.

5. Sample testing: The testing will be conducted in accordance with the applicable standards.

6. Report issuance: After the testing is completed, the laboratory will issue the relevant EU food contact material testing report.