Specific migration testing – photoinitiators

Analysis for quantifying dioxins and furans (PCDD/F) in various packaging materials (e.g. food and cosmetics packaging) and their raw materials, including plastics, paper, and rubber. Dioxins and furans are a family of chlorine-containing chemicals considered bioaccumulating, persistent organic pollutants (POPs) that can be toxic even at low doses. While regulatory limits apply mainly to food and feed, packaging materials can be a source of indirect exposure to dioxins and furans. Recycled materials tend to pose relatively high risks, depending on the quality of the raw material and the effectiveness of the decontamination process. The following substances are included in the analysis: Dibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDDs) Polychlorinated dibenzofurans (PCDFs) 2,3,7,8-TCDD. 2,3,7,8-TCDF. 1,2,3,7,8-PeCDD. 1,2,3,7,8-PeCDF. 1,2,3,4,7,8-HxCDD. 2,3,4,7,8-PeCDF. 1,2,3,6,7,8-HxCDD. 1,2,3,4,7,8-HxCDF. 1,2,3,7,8,9-HxCDD. 1,2,3,6,7,8-HxCDF. 1,2,3,4,6,7,8-HpCDD. 1,2,3,7,8,9-HxCDF. OCDD. 2,3,4,6,7,8-HxCDF. 1,2,3,4,6,7,8-HpCDF. 1,2,3,4,7,8,9-HpCDF. OCDF. Testing is often performed for the following reasons: Analyzing recycled PE, PP, and LDPE intended for cosmetics packaging according to CosPaTox guidelines., Analyzing paper and board bleached with elementary chlorine according to the requirements of TemaNord 2008:515 guidelines..

Determination of the total organic fluorine (TOF) content in combustible materials using combustion ion chromatography (CIC). By default, TOF is analyzed as total fluorine (TF). If required, total inorganic fluorine (TIF) can be measured as well, and TOF calculated as the difference between TF and TIF. TOF analysis gives information about the total amount of organic fluorinated compounds. It can also be used to evaluate the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the material, even though individual PFAS compounds can't be analyzed with this method. The analysis is suitable for many different materials. Please describe the sample in detail when requesting an offer to help us prepare a quote quickly.

Screening of volatile organic compounds (VOC) from paper, board, and plastics. The method can be used to analyze volatile residues from printed packaging. For evaluation of recycling process efficiency, please see our extended package for VOC screening. The following substances are included in this analysis package: Substance CAS No Methyl propylene glycol (1-methoxy-2-propanol) 107-98-2 Buthyl glycol (2-Butoxy ethanol) 111-76-2 Ethyl glycol (2-Ethoxyethanol) 110-80-5 Ethyl glycol acetate (2-Ethoxyethyl acetate) 111-15-9 Methyl glycol (2-Methoxyethanol) 109-86-4 Methyl glycol acetate (2-Methoxyethanol acetate) 110-49-6 3-Ethoxy-1-propanol 111-35-3 Acetyl acetone 123-54-6 Acetone 67-64-1 Ethanol 64-17-5 Isobutanol 201-148-0 2-propanol, Isopropanol (IPA) 67-63-0 Methanol 67-56-1 1-Butanol 71-36-3 1-Propanol 71-23-8 Benzene 71-43-2 Cyclohexane 110-82-7 Ethylbenzene 100-41-4 Ethyl acetate 141-78-6 Isobutyl acetate 110-19-0 Isopropyl acetate 108-21-4 Isooctane 540-84-1 2-butanone, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) 78-93-3 Methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK) 108-10-1 Methyl acetate 79-20-9 Toluene 108-88-3 Trichloroethylene 79-01-6 Xylene 1330-20-7 n-Butyl Acetate 123-86-4 n-Heptane 142-82-5 n-Hexane 110-54-3 n-Octane 111-65-9 n-Propyl acetate 109-60-4

Alkyl ketene dimers (AKD) are used as hydrophobic sizing agents in paper and board to improve water resistance. However, AKDs not bound by the fiber matrix can hydrolyse into dialkyl ketones (DAKs). For paper and board intended for food contact, BfR recommendation XXXVI states that DAK transfer into foodstuff may not exceed 5 mg/kg food. The package includes an analysis of the following substances from a food simulant: Substance Structure CAS No 16-Hentriacontanone (palmitone) C31H62O 502-73-8 16-Tritriacontanone C33H66O 15740-35-9 18-Pentatriacontanone (stearone) C35H70O 504-53-0 The analysis can be performed with the following simulants and approaches: Food simulant Type of testing Applicable standard Iso-octane Conventional migration EN 13130-1 Iso-octane Solvent extraction EN 15519 Tenax Conventional migration EN 14338

Determination of mineral oil saturated hydrocarbons (MOSH) with polyolefin oligomeric saturated hydrocarbons (POSH) and mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons (MOAH) in various matrices, including: Food contact materials (e.g., paper, board, plastics, rubber), Printing inks (incl. carbon black), Cosmetic products and raw materials, Lubricating oils and greases, white oils. The results are reported as the concentrations of fractions of MOSH/POSH and MOAH, with grouping based on the number of carbon atoms in the substances. The reported fractions are listed in the table below: MOSH/POSH (C10-C50), total MOAH (C10-C50), total MOSH/POSH (≥C10-≤C16) MOAH (≥C10-≤C16) MOSH/POSH (>C16-≤C20) MOAH (>C16-≤C25) MOSH/POSH (>C20-≤C25) MOAH (>C25-≤C35) MOSH/POSH (>C25-≤C35) MOAH (>C35-≤C50) MOSH/POSH (>C35-≤C40) MOSH/POSH (>C40-≤C50) In case the sample contains high amounts of MOSH, POSH, or poly alpha olefins (PAO), the levels should be indicated before shipping samples. Moreover, the LOQ is higher for samples with high MOSH, POSH, or PAO content due to dilution. Additionally, the safety data sheets (SDS) should be supplied with the samples when available.

Determination of bisphenol S (CAS 80-09-1) content in various matrices with LC-MS, including: Consumer goods made from plastic, elastomers, and rubber, Food packaging (plastic, paper, multi-materials). Testing is recommended especially for paper and board food packaging that contains recycled fibers and comes into contact with moist and fatty foods. To be compliant with German BfR Recommendation XXXVI, such packaging must not release bisphenol S into food in amounts exceeding 0.05 mg/kg. Extraction is possible with various techniques, including: Extraction method Intended purpose Standard (extraction) Suitable matrices Reporting limit Acetonitrile extraction Test for residual content of BPS In-house Plastic, rubber 0.003 mg/kg of sample Methanol extraction under sonication Test for residual content of BPS In-house Paper, board 0.01 mg/l of extract Cold water extraction Simulate migration into aqueous foods for non-coated paper EN 645 Paper, board 0.01 mg/l of extract Hot water extraction Simulate migration into aqueous foods for non-coated paper for baking purposes EN 647 Paper, board 0.01 mg/l of extract Solvent extraction Simulate migration into fatty foods for non-coated paper EN 15519 Paper, board 0.01 mg/l of extract

Analysis of chlorophenols from aqueous extract of paper and board in cases where a method with a low detection limit and/or wider analysis is required. By convention, PCP levels in paper and board intended for food contact are monitored. The package covers analysis of the following substances: Subtance CAS No Pentachlorophenol 87-86-5 2,4-Dichlorophenol 120-83-2 2,4,6-Trichlorophenol 88-06-2 2,4,5-Trichlorophenol 95-95-4 2,3,4,6-Tetrachlorophenol 58-90-2 The cost of analysis depends on the scope of the service (in particular, whether 2,3,4,6-tetrachlorophenol is to be included or not).

Direct and oxidative TOP assay for quantification of target PFAS and precursor compounds in packaging materials, designed to verify compliance with the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The service includes analysis of PFAS both with and without oxidation of the sample. The extraction is performed using alkaline MeOH under sonication in accordance with EN 17681-1:2025. This enables the measurement of both free PFAS and PFAS derived from precursors, released by the oxidation. Product parameter Description Total substances covered 82 Type of substances covered (non-exhaustive) Fluorotelomers (alcohols, acrylates, iodides, sulfonic acids, carboxylic acids, phosphates), perfluoroalkyl carboxylic acids (C3-C20), perfluoroalkyl sulfonic acids (C1-C13), PFOS and related compounds, PFOA and related compounds, PFHxS and related compounds, FOSE, FOSAA, FTCA, Gen X Suitable matrices Plastics, paper and board, metals, textiles, leather, laminates, molded fiber, wood Compliance assessment Article 5 of Packaging and Packaging Waste regulation: 25 ppb for individual targeted PFAS and , 250 ppb for the combined sum of targeted PFAS and precursors.

Analysis package for silicone elastomers intended for food contact: Test parameter Limit Test method Regulatory reference Volatile content 0.5% Bestimmung von flüchtigen Verbindungen in Bedarfsgegenständen aus Silikon (version 02, 09/2023) BfR recommendation XV Residual peroxides Not detected 58. Mitteilung zur Untersuchung von Kunststoffen: Bundesgesundheitsblatt 40, (1997) BfR recommendation XV Release of odor and flavor No deterioration of organoleptic properties DIN 10955:2024 Regulation (EC) 1935/2004 Upon request, analysis of cyclosiloxanes can be included in the test package. Cyclosiloxanes are known impurities in silicone articles, and their concentrations must be very low for products to be eligible for sustainability labels, such as the Nordic Swan Ecolabel.

Anthraquinone is an additive used in paper pulp manufacturing processes. According to BfR XXXVI, the application of anthraquinone as an additive to raw material is no longer recommended.