Reusability testing for food packaging according to the SUP Directive

This analysis package is intended to determine whether food packaging and beverage bottles can be considered reusable in the framework of the Single-Use Plastic (SUP) Directive (EU) 2019/904. The following tests are included:

  • Overall migration testing for repeated use with 10% ethanol, 3% acetic acid, and olive oil (simulants A, B, and D2)

  • Dishwasher resistance testing according to EN 12875-1 with 25 wash cycles

The EU Commission’s interpretations of the SUP legislation state that reusability can be evaluated using the test method EN 12875-1 (Mechanical dishwashing resistance of utensils). If plastic articles can be washed 25 times in a dishwasher, they can be considered reusable, as they maintain their usability and properties throughout multiple uses.

The test package also includes overall migration testing for repeated use to ensure that the article remains inert when used multiple times. By default, testing is done to establish compliance with all types of foods (i.e., moist and dry, acidic and non-acidic, and fatty foods).

Note: The price applies to articles that have already been cleared for food contact as single-use articles. If a full set of tests for compliance according to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 is needed, our experts are happy to provide a quote.

Suitable sample matrices
Plastic food packaging and beverage bottles
Required sample quantity
40 units of the article
Typical turnaround time
6 weeks after receiving the samples
Available quality systems
Accredited test method

Price

Typical price (Excl. VAT):
2,150 €

We also charge a 97 € service fee per order.

Large batches of samples are eligible for discounts.

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