FDA Food Contact Material Testing FAQs

Q1: Will I receive an FDA certificate after passing the test?

A: No. The FDA does not issue any form of "certificate" to companies. Compliance is evidenced by: (1) a test report issued by a third-party testing agency; (2) a conformity declaration signed by the manufacturer or exporter based on the qualified report.

Q2: Is FDA testing the same as LFGB testing in Europe?

A: Not exactly the same. Although both focus on the safety of food contact materials, there are significant differences in their testing standards, migration limits, and simulation conditions. If your product is sold both in Europe and the United States, it usually requires separate testing for each region.

Q3: Must I have an American agent for exporting food contact materials to the United States?

A: Currently, there is no mandatory requirement for a designated American agent like with medical devices for food contact materials. However, your importer (such as an American distributor or Amazon's inventory itself) needs to ensure that the product complies.

Q4: Does an FDA test report have an expiration date?

A: The test report itself does not have a fixed expiration date. However, it is only responsible for the "sample tested" and the products represented by that sample's "same materials and processes." Once there are changes in the material, formulation, or production process, re-evaluation or even testing may be required.

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