How to obtain a German LFGB report for silicone scrapers?
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Guide to Obtaining a German LFGB Report for Silicone Spatulas
Silicone spatulas are classified as food contact materials and require LFGB testing for export to Germany, with a focus on specific tests for plastics/silicone materials.
I. Application Process (5 Steps)
1. Choosing an Institution: Select a laboratory with CNAS and CMA accreditations. Dezewei Testing CNAS Registration Number: L8083
2. Application and Sample Submission: Fill out the application form and provide 5-10 finished products (it is recommended to include different colors, with particular attention to black/red tones).
3. Material Confirmation: Clarify the type of silicone (food-grade silicone/ordinary silicone), whether it contains a metal handle, and whether it has a coating.
4. Laboratory Testing: 5-7 working days processing time, expedited service available.
5. Report Issuance: Obtain an LFGB test report in both Chinese and English.
II. Main Testing Items
| Item | Testing Content
| Sensory Testing | Odor and Taste Transfer (LFGB core feature, most stringent)
| Total Migration | Migrates from simulated contact with water/acidic/oily foods
| Specific Migration | Aromatic amines, nitrosamines, formaldehyde, etc.
| Heavy Metal Migration | Lead, cadmium, chromium, nickel, etc.
| Volatile Matter | Specific volatile organic compound (VOC) test for silicone:
| Peroxide value | For silicone materials
III. Simulation solution selection
Based on the actual use of the scraper, three types are typically selected:
Distilled water (simulating aqueous food)
3% acetic acid (simulating acidic food)
Olive oil/alternative fats (simulating oily food)
IV. Cost and validity period
Cost reference: 800-2000 RMB/item (single color/single specification)
Report validity period: Generally 1-2 years (buyers/Amazon platform generally require within 1 year)
Key precautions
Special attention should be paid to peroxide value and aromatic amines for black and red silicone.
Metal handles require additional metal migration testing.
If the scraper has a printed logo, the printed layer needs a color removal test.
For export to Germany, it is recommended to meet both EU 1935/2004/EC and LFGB §30/31 requirements.
Amazon Germany often requires an LFGB report; failure to provide one during platform inspections will result in product removal.
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