Disposable fresh-keeping box German LFGB certification test process

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The following are the testing requirements and complete process for the German LFGB certification of disposable fresh-keeping boxes, which are compiled from German food contact material regulations and industry practical guidelines:

I. Core testing requirements

1. Material classification test

- Plastic body (PP/PS/PE, etc.):

▪ Comprehensive migration test (3 simulated liquids: water/3% acetic acid/10% alcohol)

▪ Peroxide value test

▪ Sensory evaluation (odor migration)

- Silicone seal (if applicable):

▪ Total volatile organic compound (VOC) test

▪ Organic tin compound test

- Printing ink/dyed parts:

▪ Azo dye test (limit ≤30mg/kg)

2. Key limits

- Heavy metal dissolution: lead ≤0.1ppm, cadmium ≤0.05ppm

- Phthalates: DEHP/DBP/BBP≤0.1%

- Formaldehyde emission: ≤15mg/kg (applicable to melamine materials)

II. Certification process

1. Material pre-inspection and sample preparation

- Separate the fresh-keeping box components (box body, lid, sealing ring) and take samples separately

- Provide standard test pieces made of the same batch of raw materials (plastics need to be marked with material type)

2. Submit to LFGB accredited laboratory for inspection

- Select an organization accredited by CPSC or DAkkS (such as Dezewei DTI)

- Inspection cycle: regular 5-7 working days, expedited 3 days (cost +30%)

3. Targeted test items

Full migration, peroxide value, chromium/vanadium/zirconium content (additional requirements for PP materials)

Total VOC, organic tin compounds, sensory test

Azo dyes, heavy metal release

4. Prepare certification documents

- The laboratory issues a LFGB test report (including material composition analysis and result comparison)

- The manufacturer signs the "Declaration of Conformity" and declares compliance with LFGB §30/31 regulations

5. Submit for review and labeling

- Labeling on product packaging:

▪ Knife and fork logo (LFGB certification logo)

▪ Applicable temperature range (such as "-20℃~120℃")

▪ Material type (such as "PP5") and recycling logo

️ III. Special precautions for fresh-keeping boxes

1. Microwave usage scenario: Additional high-temperature migration test (100℃ grease simulation liquid) is required

2. Component compatibility: The joint between the box cover and the box body needs to be tested separately for chemical migration caused by sealing

3. Common reasons for failure:

- Excessive amount of recycled plastic additives (recycled materials are prohibited)

- Unqualified azo dyes in dyed parts

- Missing US importer information (EU1935/2004 declaration is required if sold to EU countries other than Germany)

> Overview of certification process:

> Material confirmation → Split sample → Laboratory classification test → Preparation of declaration documents → Packaging labeling → Market access

The fresh-keeping boxes that have passed LFGB certification can simultaneously comply with the EU EU1935/2004 standard and achieve market access in multiple countries such as Germany and France.

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