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Learn more about risk assessment for foodstuff packaging
Published on 2009-02-09

According to the latest IFS standard (version 5) packaging materials must satisfy the provisions 4.5.4 and 4.5.5. In-house tests mostly concentrate on sensorial tests and microbiological investigations to determine the bacteria count on the surface of the packaging material, especially for packaging used for perishable foodstuff.

The aim of such tests is to verify by means of a risk assessment the suitability of the packaging material. Up-to-date test reports must always be on hand.

Our services:
In-house Robinson test according to DIN 1230 to determine whether there has been migration, i.e. taste and odour contamination of the foodstuff. Free of charge.
Quick in-house microbiological assay by means of wipe test, germ count, determination of yeast, mildew, upon request determination of coliform germs, E.Coli (results indicated in CFU/100cm² of packaging material). Free of charge.
External test by a certified laboratory to determine specific migration or the total migration (actual foodstuff required). A time of up to 16 weeks must be calculated for the test. However, such tests are useful only for primary packaging. Subject to a charge.
Further information: Federal Institute for Risk Assessment
for Paper and Cardboard:

     Information concerning ...
Information concerning packaging with direct foodstuff contact ... packaging with direct foodstuff contact
Information concerning baking purposes ... baking purposes

Official Journal Official Journal of the European Union

For more information see
Federal Institute for Risk Assessment.
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