FAQ

As global awareness of health and environmental concerns continues to rise, the European Union introduced the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) Regulation in 2007 to enhance the safety management of chemicals and reduce their impact on human health and the environment. REACH testing ensures that chemicals in manufactured and sold products comply with these requirements. Today, Huabiao Testing addresses whether crawling mats require CPC certification or REACH testing.

Should Crawling Mats Undergo CPC Certification or REACH Testing?

Crawling mats, commonly used by infants and young children, are subject to different regulatory requirements depending on the target market. Below is a detailed breakdown:

1. U.S. Market: CPC Certification

• Requirement: Crawling mats are typically considered children’s products (intended for children ≤12 years) under U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regulations, requiring a Children’s Product Certificate (CPC).

• Regulatory Basis:

• Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA): Mandates compliance with safety standards for children’s products.

• ASTM F963: Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety (applicable if the mat is marketed as a play mat).

• 16 CFR Part 1303: Lead content in surface coatings (≤90 ppm).

• 16 CFR Part 1307: Phthalates (e.g., DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP, DIBP, DnHP) ≤0.1% in accessible parts.

• Testing Scope:

• Lead: ≤100 ppm in substrates, ≤90 ppm in coatings.

• Phthalates (6P or 8P): ≤0.1% in plastics, foams, or coatings.

• Physical and Mechanical: No small parts, sharp edges, or choking hazards (ASTM F963).

• Chemical Safety:

• Flammability: Per 16 CFR 1500.3(c)(6)(vi) or ASTM F963, ensuring mats resist ignition.

• Sensory: No off-odors or harmful residues.

• CPC Process:

• Conduct third-party testing at a CPSC-accredited lab.

• Draft the CPC, including product details, test results, and lab information.

• Provide the CPC to distributors, retailers, or Amazon (for FBA compliance).

• Notes:

• Required for Amazon U.S. listings under the Children’s Product Policy.

• Testing focuses on infant safety (e.g., no toxic migration during mouthing).

2. EU Market: REACH Testing

• Requirement: Crawling mats must comply with the REACH Regulation (EC No 1907/2006), requiring testing for SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) and Annex XVII restricted substances. If marketed as a toy, EN 71 testing may also apply.

• Regulatory Basis:

• EN 71-3: Migration of 19 elements (e.g., lead ≤23.9 mg/kg, cadmium ≤17 mg/kg).

• EN 71-9: Organic chemical compounds (e.g., formaldehyde, phthalates).

• Phthalates (DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP): ≤0.1% in toys/childcare articles.

• Azo dyes: ≤30 mg/kg in textiles (releases carcinogenic amines).

• Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs): ≤0.5 mg/kg in plastics/rubber for children’s products.

• Formaldehyde: ≤30 mg/kg in textiles, ≤80 mg/kg in wood-based mats.

• Concentration >0.1% w/w requires notification to downstream users; >1 ton/year requires ECHA reporting.

• SVHC Candidate List: 247 substances (as of January 21, 2025, per ECHA’s 33rd batch update).

• Annex XVII: Restricts substances like:

• EN 71 (if toy):

• Testing Scope:

• SVHC Testing: Screen 20–50 high-risk substances (e.g., phthalates, formaldehyde, PAHs) or all 247 for strict clients.

• Annex XVII Testing: Test relevant restricted substances (e.g., 6P, azo dyes, PAHs).

• Physical (EN 71-1): No small parts or sharp edges (if toy).

• Chemical Migration: Ensure no harmful substances migrate during use (e.g., mouthing by infants).

• REACH Process:

• Test at an accredited lab for SVHC and Annex XVII compliance.

• Compile a technical file with test reports and material declarations.

• Notify downstream users if SVHC >0.1% and submit to ECHA’s SCIP database if applicable.

• Notes:

• CE marking may be required if classified as a toy, combining REACH and EN 71 results.

• Testing prioritizes infant safety due to prolonged skin contact and potential mouthing.

3. Multi-Market Compliance (U.S. and EU)

• Recommendation: Conduct both CPC certification and REACH testing to cover U.S. and EU markets, streamlining compliance for global sales, including platforms like Amazon and eBay.

• Overlap:

• Phthalates: Both CPSIA (6P/8P) and REACH Annex XVII (4P) limit phthalates to ≤0.1%, allowing shared testing.

• Lead: CPSIA (≤100 ppm) and EN 71-3 (≤23.9 mg/kg migration) can be tested concurrently.

• Formaldehyde: Tested under REACH (Annex XVII) and may align with CPSIA for sensory safety.

• Strategy:

• Perform comprehensive testing for phthalates, lead, formaldehyde, and PAHs to cover CPSIA, REACH, and EN 71 requirements.

• Include flammability (ASTM F963 for U.S., EN 71-2 for EU) and physical safety tests.

• Use a lab like Huabiao Testing to consolidate testing, reducing costs and time.

• Benefits:

• Meets Amazon’s U.S. (CPC) and EU (REACH, CE) listing requirements.

• Simplifies compliance for cross-border e-commerce.

How to Conduct CPC Certification and REACH Testing for Crawling Mats

1. Determine Testing Scope

• Material: Common crawling mat materials include EVA foam, PVC, polyester textiles, or polyethylene (PE).

• Use Case:

• U.S.: Children’s play mat (≤12 years) → CPC (CPSIA, ASTM F963, 16 CFR 1303/130

• EU: Play mat or toy → REACH (SVHC, Annex XVII) + EN 71 (if toy).

• Age Group: Infants (0–3 years) require mouthing tests (e.g., EN 71-3, CPSIA phthalates).

• Market:

• U.S.: CPSIA (lead, phthalates, flammability).

• EU: REACH (SVHC, Annex XVII), EN 71 (if toy).

• Multi-market: Combine CPSIA, REACH, and EN 71 for efficiency.

• Testing Items:

• CPC (U.S.): Lead, phthalates (6P/8P), flammability, physical safety.

• REACH (EU): 20–50 SVHCs (e.g., phthalates, formaldehyde, PAHs) or full 247, Annex XVII (e.g., 6P, azo dyes).

• EN 71 (EU, if toy): EN 71-1 (physical), EN 71-2 (flammability), EN 71-3 (chemical migration).

2. Choose a Professional Testing Agency

• Consultation: Contact an accredited lab like Huabiao Testing to define the testing scope based on material, use, and markets. Provide a bill of materials (BOM) detailing foam, textile, or coating components.

• Sample Submission: Submit 2–3 crawling mat samples (or material swatches) with documentation on additives, dyes, or manufacturing processes.

• Testing Execution:

• EN 71-3: Migration of 19 elements (e.g., lead ≤23.9 mg/kg) via ICP-MS.

• EN 71-2: Flammability (burn rate).

• EN 71-9: Organic compounds (e.g., formaldehyde ≤30 mg/kg).

• SVHC: Test 20–50 high-risk substances (e.g., DEHP, formaldehyde, PAHs) or all 247 using XRF (metals), GC-MS (organics), HPLC (azo dyes, formaldehyde), or ICP-MS (metals).

• Annex XVII: Test phthalates (≤0.1%), azo dyes (≤30 mg/kg), PAHs (≤0.5 mg/kg) using GC-MS or HPLC.

• Limit: SVHC ≤0.1% w/w; Annex XVII per substance-specific limits.

• Physical/Mechanical: ASTM F963 for small parts, sharp edges (drop tests, torque tests).

• Chemical:

• Flammability: Burn rate test per ASTM F963 or 16 CFR 1500.3.

• Methods: ICP-MS, GC-MS, flammability chambers.

• Lead: XRF or ICP-MS (≤100 ppm substrates, ≤90 ppm coatings).

• Phthalates: GC-MS (≤0.1% for 6P/8P).

• CPC Testing (U.S.):

• REACH Testing (EU):

• EN 71 Testing (if toy):

• Report Issuance:

• CPC: Receive a test report from a CPSC-accredited lab, draft the CPC, and provide it to distributors or Amazon.

• REACH: Receive a report confirming SVHC and Annex XVII compliance. If SVHC >0.1%, include SCIP database submission guidance.

• EN 71: Receive a report for CE marking (if toy).

• Compliance Documentation:

• U.S.: Issue CPC, retain test reports for 5 years.

• EU: Compile a technical file (REACH reports, EN 71 if applicable), issue a Declaration of Conformity for CE marking, and notify downstream users if SVHC >0.1%.

• Multi-Market: Combine CPC, REACH, and EN 71 reports for global compliance, ensuring Amazon/eBay requirements are met.

Why Choose Huabiao Testing?

Huabiao Testing, with its experienced technical team and advanced testing equipment, provides comprehensive CPC certification and REACH testing solutions. Accredited with CMA/CNAS qualifications, our testing data is accurate and reliable, and our reports carry international credibility. We help clients manage risks, meet market requirements, and ensure their products can be successfully sold globally.

Introduction

With rising global focus on health and environmental safety, crawling mats for infants must comply with strict regulations. This guide clarifies whether crawling mats require CPC certification or REACH testing, detailing requirements and processes for U.S. and EU markets.

Should Crawling Mats Undergo CPC Certification or REACH Testing?

1. U.S. Market: CPC Certification

• Requirement: Crawling mats, as children’s products (≤12 years), require a Children’s Product Certificate (CPC) per U.S. CPSC regulations.

• Regulations:

• CPSIA: Lead, phthalates, safety standards.

• ASTM F963: Toy safety (if play mat).

• 16 CFR 1303: Lead in coatings (≤90 ppm).

• 16 CFR 1307: Phthalates (6P/8P ≤0.1%).

• Testing:

• Physical: No small parts, sharp edges (ASTM F963).

• Chemical: Lead (≤100 ppm), phthalates (≤0.1%).

• Flammability: Per 16 CFR 1500.3 or ASTM F963.

• Process: Third-party testing, draft CPC, provide to retailers/Amazon.

2. EU Market: REACH Testing

• Requirement: Crawling mats need REACH (EC No 1907/2006) testing for SVHC (247 substances, January 2025) and Annex XVII restricted substances. Toys require EN 71.

• Regulations:

• SVHC: >0.1% w/w triggers notification; >1 ton/year requires ECHA reporting.

• Annex XVII: Phthalates (≤0.1%), azo dyes (≤30 mg/kg), PAHs (≤0.5 mg/kg), formaldehyde (≤30 mg/kg textiles).

• EN 71: Physical (EN 71-1), flammability (EN 71-2), chemical (EN 71-3).

• Testing:

• SVHC: 20–50 or 247 substances.

• Annex XVII: Phthalates, azo dyes, PAHs.

• EN 71-3: Lead (≤23.9 mg/kg), cadmium (≤17 mg/kg).

• Process: Test, compile technical file, submit to SCIP if needed, issue CE mark (if toy).

3. Multi-Market Compliance

• Strategy: Combine CPC and REACH testing, leveraging overlaps (phthalates, lead, formaldehyde).

• Benefits: Meets Amazon U.S. (CPC) and EU (REACH/CE) requirements, simplifies global sales.

How to Conduct Testing

1. Determine Scope:

• Materials: EVA foam, PVC, textiles.

• Markets: U.S. (CPC), EU (REACH, EN 71).

• Tests: Lead, phthalates, flammability, SVHC, Annex XVII.

2. Consult: Contact Huabiao Testing with material details.

3. Submit Samples: Provide 2–3 mats.

4. Testing:

• CPC: ICP-MS (lead), GC-MS (phthalates), flammability tests.

• REACH: XRF, GC-MS, HPLC for SVHC/Annex XVII.

• EN 71: ICP-MS, burn rate tests.

5. Report/Documentation: Issue CPC, REACH reports, CE mark (if toy).

Why Choose Huabiao Testing?

Huabiao Testing offers comprehensive CPC and REACH solutions with an experienced team and advanced equipment. Accredited with CMA/CNAS, our reliable data and internationally recognized reports help clients manage risks, meet market requirements, and succeed globally.

Introduction

With increasing global focus on health and environmental safety, the EU’s REACH Regulation (EC No 1907/2006) ensures chemical safety in products. REACH testing verifies compliance, particularly for non-metal components prone to containing hazardous substances. This guide explains REACH testing and how to conduct it for non-metal components.

What is REACH Testing?

REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) is an EU regulation to manage chemical safety, reducing risks to health and the environment. REACH testing assesses products for Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) and Annex XVII restricted substances.

Non-Metal Components

Non-metal components (e.g., plastics, textiles, foam, wood, rubber) in products like toys, bags, or gloves may contain:

• Phthalates: In PVC.

• Formaldehyde: In textiles, wood.

• Azo Dyes: In fabrics.

• PAHs: In rubber/plastics.

Testing Focus: 247 SVHCs (January 2025) and Annex XVII substances, ensuring concentrations ≤0.1% w/w for SVHCs.

Regulations

• SVHC: 247 substances (ECHA, January 21, 2025).

• 0.1% w/w requires downstream notification; >1 ton/year requires ECHA reporting.

• Annex XVII: Restricts substances like:

• Phthalates (DEHP, DBP): ≤0.1% in toys.

• Azo Dyes: ≤30 mg/kg in textiles.

• DMF: ≤0.1% in foam.

• PAHs: ≤1 mg/kg in plastics.

• Others: EN 71-3 (toys), EU No 1935/2004 (food contact).

How to Conduct REACH Testing for Non-Metal Components

1. Determine Testing Scope

• Materials: Plastics (PVC, PP), textiles (polyester), foam (EVA), wood (MDF), rubber.

• Uses:

• Children’s products: Stricter testing (e.g., phthalates, formaldehyde).

• Food contact: Migration tests.

• Consumer goods: High-risk SVHCs.

• Age Groups: 0–3 years (bite tests) or adults.

• Testing:

• Screening: 20–50 SVHCs + 5–10 Annex XVII substances.

• Comprehensive: 247 SVHCs + Annex XVII.

• Markets:

• EU: REACH (SVHC + Annex XVII).

• US: CPSIA, California Proposition 65 (some overlap, e.g., phthalates).

2. Testing Process

• Consult: Contact an accredited lab (e.g., Huabiao Testing) with material details.

• Submit Samples: Provide 2–3 samples with documentation.

• Testing:

• SVHC: XRF (metals), GC-MS (phthalates, PAHs), HPLC (azo dyes, formaldehyde), ICP-MS (metals).

• Annex XVII: GC-MS, HPLC, UV-Vis for restricted substances.

• Others: EN 71-3, food contact tests if needed.

• Report: Receive compliance report; reformulate if non-compliant.

• Documentation: Compile technical file, notify downstream users if SVHC >0.1%, submit to ECHA’s SCIP database if required.

Why Choose Huabiao Testing?

Huabiao Testing offers comprehensive REACH testing solutions with an experienced team and advanced equipment. Accredited with CMA/CNAS, our reliable data and internationally recognized reports help clients manage risks, meet market requirements, and succeed globally.

Introduction

Cutlery, such as knives and forks, directly contacts food, making material safety critical for consumer health. International food safety standards require rigorous testing to prevent harmful substance migration. This guide outlines the testing requirements for food contact materials in cutlery and the process to conduct such tests.

Testing Requirements for Cutlery Food Contact Materials

Testing ensures cutlery (e.g., stainless steel, plastic-handled, or coated) is safe under various conditions. Key components include:

1. Physical Performance Testing

• Abrasion Resistance:

• Uses Taber Abrasion Tester to simulate wear.

• Ensures coatings remain intact, preventing exposure of unsafe materials.

• Temperature Resistance:

• Tests at -20°C to 120°C to confirm structural stability.

• Verifies no cracking or substance release in hot/cold conditions.

• Edge Sharpness:

• Measures blade angle with laser goniometers.

• Ensures safety and functionality.

2. Chemical Migration Testing

• Overall Migration:

• Simulants (EU No 10/2011): 3% acetic acid (acidic), 10%–50% ethanol (alcoholic), olive oil (fatty).

• Conditions: 40°C for 10 days or 70°C for 2 hours.

• Limit: ≤10 mg/dm².

• Specific Migration:

• Heavy Metals (ICP-MS): Lead ≤0.01 mg/kg, Nickel ≤0.14 mg/kg.

• Formaldehyde (Spectrophotometry): ≤0.1 mg/kg.

• Primary Aromatic Amines (GC-MS): ≤0.01 mg/kg.

3. Residual Substance Analysis

• Solvent Residues: Headspace GC-MS for VOCs.

• Disinfectant Residues: Quantifies sodium hypochlorite.

4. Microbial Testing

• Total Bacterial Count: Per GB 4789.2 or ISO 4833-1.

• Mold/Yeast: Selective media cultivation.

• Pathogens: Screens for Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus.

Regulations

• EU: (EC) No 1935/2004, (EU) No 10/2011, (EC) No 2023/2006.

• Germany: LFGB Sections 30/31, DIN 51032.

• Standards: EN 1186, ISO 8442-2.

How to Conduct Food Contact Material Testing

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1. Day 1: Receive 2–3 samples; confirm testing scope.

2. Days 2–3: Conduct physical, chemical, and microbial tests.

3. Day 4: Validate results; retest anomalies.

4. Day 5: Issue accredited report.

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Introduction

With growing global focus on environmental and health safety, SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) testing is critical for industries like luggage manufacturing. This guide explains SVHC testing for luggage and the EU SVHC environmental standard under REACH, helping businesses ensure compliance and market access.

What is SVHC Testing for Luggage?

SVHC testing, mandated by the EU REACH Regulation (EC No 1907/2006), evaluates whether luggage products (e.g., backpacks, suitcases) and their components (e.g., leather, textiles, plastics, zippers) contain SVHCs above 0.1% w/w, protecting health and the environment.

SVHC Candidate List

• Authority: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA).

• Status: 247 substances (January 2025).

• Properties: Carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic, persistent, or bioaccumulative (e.g., phthalates, heavy metals, PFOA).

Relevance to Luggage

• Phthalates (e.g., DEHP): PVC linings.

• Lead, Cadmium: Zippers, dyes.

• Formaldehyde: Leather, textiles.

• PFOA: Waterproof coatings.

• Children’s Luggage (≤12 years): Requires stricter testing due to higher chemical sensitivity.

What is the EU SVHC Environmental Standard?

REACH Regulation

• Name: Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (EC No 1907/2006).

• Goal: Ensure chemical safety across the lifecycle of products sold in the EU.

• SVHC Requirements:

• List: 247 SVHCs (January 2025), updated biannually.

• Threshold: >0.1% w/w triggers notification to downstream users; >1 ton/year requires ECHA reporting.

• Disclosure: Respond to SVHC inquiries within 45 days.

• Authorisation: Some SVHCs require special approval.

Features

• High-Risk Substances: Carcinogens, reprotoxicants, PBT/vPvB substances.

• Dynamic Updates: Biannual ECHA updates.

• Broad Scope: Applies to all “articles” (e.g., luggage, clothing).

• Green Focus: Promotes substitution of hazardous substances.

SVHC Testing Details for Luggage

Substances Tested

• Phthalates (DEHP, DBP, BBP, DIBP).

• Heavy Metals (lead, cadmium).

• Formaldehyde, Azo Dyes.

• Perfluorinated Compounds (PFOA, PFOS).

Components Tested

• Leather: Formaldehyde, chromium VI, azo dyes.

• Textiles: Azo dyes, PFOA, formaldehyde.

• Plastics: Phthalates, cadmium, BPA.

• Metals: Lead, cadmium, nickel.

• Coatings/Inks, Adhesives: PFOA, VOCs.

Testing Methods

• XRF: Screens heavy metals.

• GC-MS: Detects phthalates, PFOA, VOCs.

• HPLC: Analyzes azo dyes, formaldehyde.

• ICP-MS: Quantifies metals.

How to Conduct SVHC Testing

1. Consult: Contact an accredited lab (e.g., Huabiao Testing) with product details.

2. Submit Samples: Provide 2–3 luggage samples with material documentation.

3. Testing: Test homogeneous materials for 247 SVHCs per REACH.

4. Report: Receive a compliance report; reformulate if non-compliant.

5. Documentation: Compile technical file, issue REACH Declaration, and notify ECHA’s SCIP database if needed.

Why Choose Huabiao（GIG） Testing?

Huabiao（GIG） Testing offers comprehensive SVHC testing solutions with an experienced team and advanced equipment. Accredited with CMA/CNAS, our reliable data and internationally recognized reports help clients manage risks, meet market requirements, and succeed globally.

Introduction

Food safety is paramount, and food contact materials play a critical role in ensuring safe dining experiences. LFGB certification verifies the safety of these materials for use in Germany and the EU. This guide outlines LFGB certification requirements for common materials and the testing process.

What is LFGB Certification?

LFGB (Lebensmittel-, Bedarfsgegenstände- und Futtermittelgesetzbuch) is a German regulation governing food contact materials, aligned with EU Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004. LFGB testing ensures materials do not release harmful substances into food, protecting consumer health and enabling market access.

LFGB Certification Requirements for Common Materials

1. Plastics (PP, PE, PC, PET)

• Uses: Yogurt maker liners, straws, packaging bags, lids.

• Requirements:

• Primary Aromatic Amines (PAA): ≤0.01 mg/kg.

• Bisphenol A (BPA): ≤0.05 mg/kg.

• Phthalates (DEHP, DBP): ≤0.1%–1.5%.

• Sensory: No odor/taste migration.

• Overall Migration: ≤10 mg/dm² (simulants: 3% acetic acid, 10% ethanol, olive oil).

• Specific Migration:

• Prohibited: REACH SVHCs.

• Regulation: EU (EC) No 10/2011.

• Notes: Provide material composition. Test at high temperatures (70°C–100°C) for hot uses. Verify biodegradable plastics (e.g., PLA).

2. Silicone (Food-Grade)

• Uses: Yogurt maker seals, straws, packaging.

• Requirements:

• VOCs: ≤0.5%.

• Peroxide Residues: Fully decomposed.

• Organosilicon: No low-molecular-weight siloxanes.

• Sensory: No odor/taste migration.

• Overall Migration: ≤10 mg/dm².

• Specific Migration:

• Prohibited: REACH substances.

• Notes: Use platinum-cured silicone. Specify vulcanization and additives. Test under actual conditions.

3. Stainless Steel (304, 316)

• Uses: Yogurt maker liners, straws.

• Requirements:

• Lead (Pb): ≤0.01 mg/kg.

• Cadmium (Cd): ≤0.005 mg/kg.

• Nickel (Ni): ≤0.14 mg/kg.

• Sensory: No odor/taste impact.

• Overall Migration: ≤10 mg/dm².

• Specific Migration:

• Regulation: EU (EC) No 1935/2004, DIN 51032.

• Notes: Use food-grade steel. Test post-polishing/welding. Use acidic simulants for acidic foods.

4. Glass

• Uses: Yogurt maker containers, straws.

• Requirements:

• Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd): ≤0.01 mg/L.

• Sensory: No odor/taste impact.

• Overall Migration: ≤10 mg/dm².

• Specific Migration:

• Regulation: EU (EC) No 1935/2004, DIN 51032.

• Notes: Test decorative glass for heavy metals. Verify thermal stability for heat-resistant glass.

5. Ceramics

• Uses: Yogurt maker liners, containers.

• Requirements:

• Lead (Pb): ≤0.8 mg/dm² (flat), ≤0.2 mg/L (containers).

• Cadmium (Cd): ≤0.07 mg/dm² (flat), ≤0.02 mg/L (containers).

• Sensory: No odor/taste impact.

• Specific Migration:

• Regulation: EU 84/500/EEC.

• Notes: Test colored glazes. Use acidic simulants and high temperatures.

6. Paper/Cardboard

• Uses: Straws, packaging bags.

• Requirements:

• Fluorescent Whitening Agents: Not detected.

• PAA: ≤0.01 mg/kg.

• PCBs: ≤2 mg/kg.

• Sensory: No odor/taste migration.

• Overall Migration: ≤10 mg/dm².

• Specific Migration:

• Regulation: EU (EC) No 1935/2004, BfR XXXVI.

• Notes: Use food-grade paper. Test coatings/inks. Verify water resistance for wet use.

7. Biodegradable Materials (PLA, Bamboo Fiber)

• Uses: Straws, packaging bags.

• Requirements:

• Monomer Residues (e.g., lactic acid): ≤0.05 mg/kg.

• Heavy Metals, Plasticizers: Meet limits.

• Biodegradability: EN 13432 or ASTM D6400.

• Sensory: No odor/taste migration.

• Overall Migration: ≤10 mg/dm².

• Specific Migration:

• Notes: Provide formulation details. Test stability under actual conditions.

8. General Requirements

• Testing Conditions: Simulants (3% acetic acid, 10%–50% ethanol, olive oil) and temperatures (40°C–100°C) based on use.

• Prohibited Substances: REACH SVHCs, RoHS restrictions.

• Mark: Compliant materials may use the LFGB “knife and fork” symbol.

How to Conduct LFGB Testing

1. Consult: Contact an accredited lab (e.g., Huabiao Testing) with product details.

2. Submit Samples: Provide 2–3 samples with material and process documentation.

3. Testing: Conduct migration, sensory, and composition tests per EU (EC) No 1935/2004 and material-specific standards.

4. Report: Receive a compliance report for regulatory or buyer use.

Why Choose Huabiao Testing?

Huabiao（GIG） Testing offers comprehensive LFGB certification solutions with an experienced team and advanced equipment. Accredited with CMA/CNAS, our reliable data and internationally recognized reports help clients manage risks, meet market requirements, and succeed globally.