French drinking water containers require a DGCCRF compliance report.
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Drinking Water Containers Compliance Guidelines (French DGCCRF)
I. The Core Role of the DGCCRF
The DGCCRF (Directorate General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control) is the core enforcement agency for market regulation in France. Drinking water containers, due to their direct impact on public health, are classified as a high-priority regulated category. Related products exported to France must undergo migration testing by DGCCRF-accredited laboratories and obtain a compliance report before they can be sold on the market.
II. Applicable Product Scope
Mainly covers the following container products that come into contact with drinking water:
| Category | Typical Products
| Plastic Products | PC water bottles, PET water bottles, PP water bottles, Tritan sports water bottles
| Metal Products | Stainless steel insulated cups, aluminum water bottles (including inner coating)
| Glass Products | Glass water bottles, glass water cups
| Composite Materials | Double-walled water cups with silicone rings, metal water bottles with plastic parts
| Others | Water filter jugs, water bags, baby water cups
III. Core Testing Items
1. Migration Test
Total Migration: Total amount of non-volatile substances released into food/water under simulated use conditions (limit: 10 mg/dm²)
Specific Migration: Limit testing for heavy metals (such as lead, cadmium, nickel), primary aromatic amines, plasticizers, formaldehyde, and other harmful substances.
2. Heavy Metal Release Test
Stainless steel and metal containers are of particular concern and must comply with French Décret standards. Requirements for Metal Release from Food Contact Materials under Regulation 2007-766 and EU 1935/2004
3. Sensory Testing
Testing whether the container adversely affects the color, odor, and taste of water.
4. Microbiological and Chemical Safety
Antibacterial materials also require assessment of additive migration safety.
IV. Compliance Requirements
Main Regulatory Framework
French Décret 2007-766: List of materials authorized for use in food contact
EU Regulation EU 1935/2004: General Principles for Food Contact Materials
EU 10/2011 (Plastics): Comprehensive Migration Testing Conditions and Methods
DGCCRF Information Notice (Note d'information): Specific Technical Requirements for Plastics in France
Application Materials
1. Product Formula (Material Component Ratio)
2. Production Process Description
3. Supplier's Raw Material Compliance Declaration (DoC)
4. Test Samples (Finished Product or Material Sample)
V. Compliance Process
Customer Inquiry → Submission of Formula Information → Laboratory Quotation → Sample Submission
→ Laboratory Testing → Drafting DGCCRF Compliance Report
→ Customer Uses Report for Customs Clearance and Shelf Placement
VI. Costs and Timeline
| Project | Reference
| Testing Timeline | Usually 5-7 working days
| Report Fee | 800-2500 RMB (depending on product complexity)
| Report Validity | Generally 2-4 years (depending on formula/process changes)
| Laboratory Requirements | Must be issued by an accredited laboratory (e.g., DZW Testing CNAS Registration No.: L8083)
| VII. Key Recommendations
1. Involvement at the Formulation Stage: Consult in advance during the product design stage to avoid complete rework due to the use of unauthorized materials.
2. Pay Attention to the Latest DGCCRF Announcements: This organization regularly updates the material list and limit requirements.
3. Retain Supply Chain Evidence: Compliance declarations from raw material suppliers are an indispensable part of the application.
4. Handling Transitional Products: Existing inventory that is non-compliant needs to be assessed, labels adjusted, or withdrawn from the market.
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