What tests are included in the French DGCCRF certification for plastic tableware
Date：2025-10-15 10:06:11 Classification
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The testing content for French DGCCRF certification of plastic tableware varies depending on the material type, primarily including migration testing, specific substance detection, and sensory testing. Specific testing items are determined by the type of plastic (e.g., PE/PP, PVC, resin, etc.).
I. Certification Overview
DGCCRF certification is a French food safety regulation applicable to food contact products exported to France. In addition to meeting EU Framework Regulation 1935/2004/EC, it must also comply with local French standards. As a key food contact material, plastic tableware is primarily tested based on DGCCRF 2004-64 and Décret no. 92-631.
II. Testing Items for Different Plastic Materials
Plastic Type Core Test Items Based on Standard Source
PE/PP (General Plastics) Migration Test, Sensory Test
PVC Plastics Migration Test, Chlorine Monomer Test
Resin Products Migration Test, Formaldehyde Release Test
Plastic/Rubber Mixtures Comprehensive Migration Test, Specific Substance Migration Test
(Supplementary Note) Migration testing is a fundamental test for all types of plastic tableware, used to assess the risk of harmful substances migrating from the material into food. Specific substance testing (e.g., chlorine monomer, formaldehyde) targets specific risk substances specific to each plastic.
III. Key Points Summary
Basic Testing: All plastic tableware requires migration testing to ensure that the amount of harmful substance migration meets the limit.
Material Differences: PVC requires additional testing for chlorine monomer, resin products focus on formaldehyde release, and general-purpose plastics such as PE/PP require additional sensory testing (e.g., odor, appearance).
Compliance Implications: Passing this test can avoid the risk of product returns due to non-compliance with local regulations when exported to France.
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