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◉ Introduction of German Food Contact Material LFGB
In September 2005, the new German Food and Dietary Goods Act LFGB replaced the Food and Commodity Act LMBG (Lebensmittel- und Futtermittelgesetzbuches). It is also known as the "Food, Tobacco Products, Cosmetics and Other Commodities Management Act", which is the most important basic legal document in Germany's food hygiene management. If the daily necessities that come into contact with food pass the test and comply with Articles 30 and 31 of the German "Food and Commodities Law", they can be certified by the LFGB test report issued by the authorized agency as "products that do not contain chemical toxic substances" and can Sold in the German market.
◉ Product Range
LFGB tests are carried out on all materials, including products produced with the latest technology, such as: chrome plating for barbecue grills, temperature resistance testing for Teflon coatings on cooking pans, silicone sealing ring testing in kettles, etc.
Commonly involved fields include: ceramics, synthetic plastics, polyvinyl chloride, plasticizers, paper products, leather, textiles, cosmetics, tobacco, and more.
The products involved include: toaster ovens, sandwich ovens, electric kettles and other electrical products that come into contact with food; food storage supplies; reinforced glass cutting boards, stainless steel and other kitchen utensils; bowls, cutlery, spoons, cups and plates tableware; clothing, bedding , towels, wigs, false eyelashes, hats, diapers and other hygiene products, sleeping bags, shoes, gloves, watch straps, handbags, purses/wallets, briefcases, chair coverings; textile or leather toys and materials containing textile or leather Toys for clothing; yarns and fabrics for direct use; various cosmetics and tobacco products, etc.
◉ Test Items
In general, Articles 30 and 31 of the LFGB German Food and Commodity Law include the following test items:
(1) Initial inspection of samples and materials
(2) Sensory evaluation of odor and taste transfer
(3) Plastic samples: test for transferable components and test for precipitation of heavy metals
(4) Metal: Test of composition and precipitation of heavy metals
(5) Silicone resin: transferable or volatile organic compound test
(6) Special materials: test chemical hazards according to the German Chemicals Act
Other tests included in the regulations include:
(1) Detection of certain azo dyes used in daily necessities such as textiles, leather and polyester fibers.
(2) Testing of harmful chemical components and heavy metals in cosmetics
(3) Testing of harmful ingredients in tobacco
◉ Testing Requirements for Common Materials
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Material category |
Testing requirements |
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General plastic products |
Full migration and sensory testing required |
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PVC plastic products |
Comprehensive migration test, vinyl chloride monomer test, peroxide value test and sensory test. |
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PE plastic products |
Comprehensive migration test, peroxide value test, chromium content test, vanadium content test, zirconium content test, sensory test. |
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PS, ABS, SAN, Acrylic plastic products |
Comprehensive migration test, peroxide value test, (VOM) total organic volatile matter, sensory test. |
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PA, PU plastic products |
Comprehensive migration test, peroxide value test, aromatic amine migration test, sensory test. |
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PET plastic products |
Comprehensive migration test, peroxide value test, zinc content test, lead content test, comprehensive migration test, peroxide value test |
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Silicone Rubber Products |
Comprehensive migration test, (VOM) organic volatile content, peroxide value test, organotin compound test, sensory test. |
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paper products |
(PCP) pentachlorophenol test, (pb cd hg CrVl) heavy metal (lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium) release, antibacterial component migration test, formaldehyde content test, colored paper products - additional azo dye test . |
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Products with non-stick coating (non-stick pan) |
Comprehensive Migration Test, Phenol Dissolution Test, Formaldehyde Dissolution Test, Aromatic Amine Dissolution Test, (Vl) Hexavalent Chromium Dissolution Test, (lll) Trivalent Chromium Dissolution Test, PFOA Perfluorooctanoic Acid Ammonium Test, Sensory Test |
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Metals, alloys and electroplated products |
Heavy metal dissolution test (lead, cadmium, chromium, nickel), sensory test. |
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PP plastic products |
Comprehensive migration test, chromium content test, vanadium content test, zirconium content test, sensory test. |
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Baking Paper Products |
Appearance, thermal stability, antibacterial component migration test, (PCBs) polychlorinated biphenyl test, formaldehyde dissolution test, sensory test. |
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Wood wood products |
(PCP) Pentachlorophenol Test, Sensory Test. |
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Ceramics, glass, enamel products |
The lead and cadmium dissolution test of the part in contact with food, the lead and cadmium dissolution amount of the cup is added. |
◉ LFGB Certification Process
(1) Consultation---The applicant provides product information and samples
(2) Quotation --- According to the samples provided by the applicant, the technical engineer will make an evaluation, determine the items to be tested, and make a quotation to the applicant
(3) The applicant accepts the offer
(4) Sign the contract
(5) Sample testing - testing will be conducted in accordance with the applicable standard
(6) Issue a test report
(7) Issuing a certificate of conformity that meets the LFGB test
◉ Compliance Services
LFGB testing applies to all materials that come into contact with food, including products produced using the latest technology, so there is no defined product range. Any material that comes into direct or potential contact with food must meet LFGB testing requirements.
Jiayu Testing has a professional testing technology team, equipped with advanced instruments and equipment, proficient in various regulatory standards, and specializes in providing German LFGB food contact material testing services for various food contact materials to ensure that your products meet regulatory requirements. Welcome to contact us at 400-9269-886!
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