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Chemical safety testing of food packaging
Measurlabs' service selection includes a comprehensive range of tests to show that food contact packaging meets regulatory purity criteria. These include:
Overall migration testing to measure the sum of substances that may migrate from the packaging to the product
Specific migration testing to measure the transfer of individual high-risk substances, selected based on the composition of the packaging material
Extraction tests for materials such as paper and board that do not withstand conventional migration testing
NIAS screening of non-intentionally added substances, including contaminants, breakdown products, and reaction by-products
We have extensive experience in selecting the appropriate analyses and conducting them in accordance with both European and US food contact material regulations. Examples of common regulatory references include the Framework Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004, the Plastics Regulation (EU) No 10/2011, and Title 21 of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (21 CFR).
Contact us for a quote by describing the packaging material, its intended use conditions, and the target market. Based on this information, we can define and price the full set of required regulatory analyses.
Regulatory testing of medical, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics packaging
In addition to food packaging, we offer compliance testing for packaging systems in other regulated industries, including medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetic products. Common standardized services include:
Extractables and leachables (E&L) studies according to USP <1663> and USP <1664> to evaluate the transfer of chemicals from pharmaceutical packaging
Distribution testing according to ASTM D4169 to simulate handling, storage, and transportation stresses on shipping units
Microbial barrier testing of porous packaging materials for sterile medical devices according to ASTM F1608
Accelerated aging studies according to ASTM F1980 to support shelf-life determination of medical device sterile barrier systems
Our experts can help define testing strategies that align with regulatory expectations and industry guidelines, including the EU MDR, FDA premarket submissions, and CosPaTox guidelines for cosmetics packaging.
Assessment of barrier properties
Effective barrier properties are critical for protecting products such as food, cosmetics, and other moisture- or oxygen-sensitive goods from degradation. Measurlabs offers the following barrier performance tests to evaluate how well packaging materials and finished packages limit the transmission of moisture, oxygen, and other gases:
Testing to validate packaging sustainability claims
Recent EU circular economy initiatives, such as the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), set strict environmental performance requirements for packaging materials, covering aspects such as recyclability, reusability, and absence of harmful chemicals. Similar expectations are also increasingly reflected in U.S. state-level regulations, such as California's SB 54.
Measurlabs' services for validating packaging sustainability claims include:
Biobased content testing according to ASTM D6866, ISO 16620, and EN 16640
Recyclability testing of paper and board packaging by European industry standards (CEPI, Aticelca, and PTS-RH)
Biodegradability and compostability testing, covering home compostability, industrial compostability, and biodegradation in soil and marine environments
Full range of food contact suitability tests for recycled plastic, paper, and board
Reusability testing for plastic food packaging to avoid classification as single-use plastic
Analysis of hazardous substances, such as heavy metals, PFAS compounds, bisphenols, and microplastics
Mechanical and thermal testing
We also offer mechanical and thermal testing to assess packaging materials' durability under various types and intensities of mechanical stress, both at room temperature and in high- and low-temperature conditions. Examples of popular services include:
Additional tests are available on a case-by-case basis. Do not hesitate to contact our experts for more information.
Questions?
Contact Technical Sales Manager Henna Väänänen to learn more about our packaging testing solutions.
Why choose Measurlabs?
Measurlabs combines in-house expertise with a broad network of ISO 17025-accredited partner laboratories to deliver a comprehensive range of packaging testing services through a single point of contact. From chemical safety testing to durability and sustainability assessments, we ensure your packaging complies with regulatory requirements and customers' quality specifications – all without the hassle of managing multiple service providers.
For a concrete example of how our services have streamlined the operations of a major packaging producer, see this case study on how Orthex saved 20% on food contact compliance testing by partnering with us.
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