Which products need French DGCCRF certification testing?
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French DGCCRF certification is a mandatory safety certification for food contact materials in France, which aims to ensure that products will not release harmful substances or affect food properties when in contact with food. According to the search results, the following products need to meet the DGCCRF certification testing requirements:
I. Classification of food contact materials and products
1. Plastic products
- Common products: polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), resin products, silicone products, etc.
- Test requirements: comprehensive migration test, specific substance (such as plasticizer, formaldehyde, vinyl chloride monomer) dissolution test, sensory test, etc.
2. Metal and alloy products
- Common products: stainless steel tableware, aluminum kitchenware, cast iron pots, electroplated metal products, etc.
- Special requirements:
- Stainless steel must contain at least 13% chromium, and the plating and substrate must be tested for heavy metal dissolution (such as lead, cadmium, nickel, chromium) respectively.
- Cast iron products need to test the lead content, and those with electroplating layers need to limit the migration of metal elements.
3. Ceramics, glass and enamel products
- Common products: ceramic tableware, glass bottles, enamel pots, etc.
- Test requirements: lead and cadmium dissolution test (ceramics/glass), enamel products also need to test hexavalent chromium dissolution.
4. Rubber and silicone products
- Common products: silicone molds, rubber seals, pacifiers, etc.
- Test requirements: comprehensive migration test, volatile organic matter (VOM) content, formaldehyde dissolution, organic tin compound test, etc.
5. Paper and wood products
- Common products: food packaging paper, paper boxes, wooden tableware (such as chopsticks, cutting boards).
- Test requirements: pentachlorophenol (PCP) test, polychlorinated biphenyl test, heavy metal dissolution test, etc.
6. Composite material products with coatings
- Common products: non-stick pans, cookware with organic coatings, plastic wrap, etc.
- Special requirements: The coating surface needs to be tested for migration, and the substrate (such as metal) also needs to be tested for heavy metal dissolution separately.
2. Specific product examples
1. Tableware
- Knives and forks, bowls and plates, cups, straws, disposable tableware, etc.
2. Kitchenware and home appliances
- Pots (such as non-stick pans, cast iron pans), electric kettles, juicers, coffee machines, microwave accessories, etc.
3. Food packaging materials
- Cling film, fresh-keeping boxes, cans, beverage bottles, etc.
4. Special function products
- Household water purifier filters, baby bottles, baking molds, etc.
3. Certification core requirements
1. Safety: Products must not release substances that are harmful to health and must not change the ingredients or sensory properties of food (such as taste and smell).
2. Compliance: It must comply with both EU regulations (EC 1935/2004) and French local regulations (such as DGCCRF 2004-64, Décret no 92-631).
3. Labeling and traceability: The product must indicate the material, production information and usage precautions for traceability.
IV. Precautions
- Test cycle: Usually 5-7 working days.
- Certification process: Including sample provision, laboratory testing, report review and final certification.
- Dynamic compliance: It is necessary to pay attention to regulatory updates and review products regularly to ensure continuous compliance.
For a complete product list or specific test items, please refer to the original text of the DGCCRF regulations or consult the certification body.
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