Meaning
Legal framework in the European Union that sets specific requirements for plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food. Compliance with eu regulation 10/2011 involves testing for overall and specific migration of chemical constituents into food simulants.
Substance Authorization
The union list contains the only monomers and additives permitted for use in the manufacture of food-contact plastics. If a resin contains a chemical not found in eu regulation 10/2011, it cannot be used for food packaging unless it falls under an exemption. Manufacturers must provide a declaration of compliance to their customers.
Testing Requirement
Laboratories perform migration tests using conditions that mimic the actual use of the part. Under eu regulation 10/2011, variables like time and temperature are standardized to ensure consistent safety across the market. These tests check for substances that could change the composition of the food or affect its taste.
Compliance Chain
Every actor in the supply chain must pass on relevant information regarding the safety of the material. Documents citing eu regulation 10/2011 must include information on the identity of the substances used and any restrictions on their use. This ensures the final converter knows exactly what the material contains.