French DGCCRF certification testing process for cups and lids
Date：2025-09-01 14:41:51 Classification
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The testing process for cups and lids undergoing French DGCCRF certification must comply with French food contact material regulations. The core steps and precautions are as follows (based on different material requirements):
I. Core Certification Process
1. Regulations and Standards Verification
- Verify the product material (cup body: ceramic/glass/plastic/stainless steel; lid: plastic/silicone/metal, etc.) and match it to the corresponding test items.
- Mainly based on the following regulations:
- EU Framework Regulation EC 1935/2004
- French local regulations DGCCRF 2004-64 and Décret no. 92-631.
2. Selecting a Certification Body
- Must be a third-party laboratory accredited by the French DGCCRF (such as Shenzhen Dezewei mentioned in the report).
3. Sample Submission and Testing
- Sample Requirements: Provide a complete product (cup + lid), in quantities sufficient to meet the requirements for each test item.
- Test Items (by Material):
| Material Type | Cup Body Test Items
| Plastic (PP/PE, etc.) | Comprehensive Migration Test, Sensory Test, Heavy Metal Release
| Ceramic/Glass | Lead and Cadmium Release Test (Contact Parts + Additional Test on the Cup Rims)
| Stainless Steel | Heavy Metal Release (Chromium, Nickel, Manganese, etc.), Comprehensive Migration Test
| Silicone Seal | Three Migration Tests (Water/3% Acetic Acid/10% Ethanol), Volatile Organic Compounds
4. Report and Certification
- After passing the test, the laboratory will issue a DGCCRF test report. Certification typically takes 5-7 working days.
- The report must include: migration data, sensory evaluation (odor/taste transfer), heavy metal residues, etc.
II. Key Considerations
1. Material Classification Testing
- Composite material products (e.g., plastic lids with silicone seals) require separate testing of all contact parts.
- Coated cups (e.g., non-stick coatings) require additional testing for coating safety.
2. Special Requirements
- Sensory Testing: Mandatory evaluation of whether the product alters the taste/odor of food (Sections 30 & 31).
- Migration Test Simulator: Select according to the food type (e.g., 3% acetic acid for acidic foods, 10% ethanol for alcoholic beverages).
3. Subsequent Supervision
- After certification, you may be subject to random inspections in the French market; test reports must be retained for future reference.
- Due to regulatory updates (e.g., the proposed bisphenol A ban), it is recommended to review standards regularly.
III. Operational Recommendations
- Simultaneous Testing of Lids: Because lids come into contact with liquids/vapors more frequently, it is recommended to submit them as a complete unit for testing along with the cup body to avoid compatibility issues caused by separate certifications.
- Plan Your Cycle in Advance: Testing for complex products (e.g., multi-layered materials) may extend to up to two weeks; allow time for this.
- Cost Estimation: Fluctuates depending on the material and number of items. Plastics are approximately 1,000-3,000 RMB per item, while metal/ceramic products are more expensive (please contact the agency for details).
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