Wood for food contact - compliance testing package
As there is no harmonized EU regulation for using wood in food contact applications, compliance should be assessed based on other resources, such as the national legislation of member states.
This test package is based on the requirements of French Information note n°2012-93 (Note d'information n° 2012-93) for coated and non-coated wood intended for food contact. The following analyses are included in the displayed price:
Test parameter | Test method/standard | Method of extraction or preparation |
---|---|---|
Transfer of odor and flavor into food | DIN 10955 | Water extract or contact with model food |
Heavy metals in water extract (Pb, Cd, Hg) | ICP-MS | Cold or hot water extract (EN 645 / EN 647) |
Formaldehyde in water extract | EN 1541 | Cold or hot water extract (EN 645 / EN 647) |
Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB28, PCB52, PCB101, PCB118, PCB153, PCB180) | GC-MS | In-house method |
Pentachlorophenol (PCP) content | GC-MS | CEN/TR 14823 |
In addition to the tests listed above, a pesticide screening should be performed for wood treated with antifungal substances (so-called "anti-blue" protection). The analysis covers 715 substances and is available for an additional cost of 298 EUR.
In most cases, this test package is sufficient to establish food contact compliance of non-coated wood or articles thereof. If the wood has been coated with a lacquer or varnish, has been painted, or contains adhesives, complementary testing could be required (e.g., migration of primary aromatic amines, migration of mineral oil (MOSH/POSH and MOAH hydrocarbons). Our experts are happy to support you by reviewing the documentation of the coating material and/or the adhesive to determine the full scope of required testing.
More information about the method:
Spectrophotometry- Suitable sample matrices
- Coated and non-coated wood intended for food contact
- Required sample quantity
- 200 g
- Typical turnaround time
- 3 – 4 weeks after receiving the samples
- Available quality systems
- Accredited testing laboratory
- Device types
- Standard
- Method expert
Price
We also charge a 97 € service fee per order.
Large batches of samples are eligible for discounts.
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