Compliance with EU Harmonized Regulations for migration testing of food contact materials can be a complex and challenging process. However, there are several steps that can be taken to make it easier. Firstly, it is important to understand the relevant EU harmonized regulations and guidelines that apply to your specific food contact material. This includes the Framework Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004, as well as specific regulations such as Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 on plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food. Secondly, it is important to ensure that your testing methodology is appropriate and meets the requirements of the relevant regulations. This may involve testing for specific substances that are known to migrate from food contact materials into food, such as heavy metals or plasticizers. Thirdly, it is important to ensure that your testing is carried out by a reputable and accredited laboratory, and that the results are properly documented and reported. Finally, it is important to stay up-to-date with any changes or updates to the relevant regulations and guidelines, and to ensure that your testing methodology and practices are adapted accordingly.
This isn’t just another compliance training – it’s your shortcut to mastering EU regulations for food contact materials (FCMs) and staying ahead in the industry. Here’s why you can’t afford to skip it;
1. Crack the Compliance Code: Stop guessing what’s required. Learn exactly how to align your FCM formulations with EU standards, so you can avoid costly mistakes and ensure your products are safe, legal, and market-ready.
2. Become a Testing Guru: Say goodbye to confusion over migration testing. We’ll break it down step-by-step, from choosing the right methods to interpreting results. You’ll walk away with the confidence to handle any testing challenge.
3. Smarter Material Choices: Discover how to pick the best materials for your FCMs – ones that not only perform well but also sail through compliance checks. Save time, money, and headaches by getting it right the first time.
4. Stay Ahead of the Game: Regulations change, but you’ll always be prepared. Get insider knowledge on upcoming trends and updates in EU FCM rules, so your formulations stay compliant and competitive for years to come.
Anyone responsible for showing that the food contact plastic materials or articles produced by their company are compliant with the requirements of EU law, in particular:
- Regulatory affairs professionals and formulators
- Quality managers and quality department employees
- R&D and Technical directors
- Other technical managers and executives; and
- Anyone who wish to understand the legal requirements
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