Service Overview
FDA Food Contact Material Testing
Compliance with U.S. FDA regulations is essential for manufacturers and exporters of food contact materials entering the American market. FDA Food Contact Material Testing ensures that materials such as plastics, metals, coatings, and packaging meet the safety standards outlined in CFR Title 21. This testing supports product safety, regulatory approval, and consumer confidence.
FDA Food Contact Material Testing
ECQA provides FDA Food Contact Material Testing for a wide range of consumer products and raw materials to ensure compliance with U.S. food safety regulations.
Key Material Standards
| Material | Standard | Material | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organic Coating | FDA CFR 21 175.300 | PS | FDA CFR 21 177.1640 |
| Paper | FDA CFR 21 176.170 | UF Resin | FDA CFR 21 177.1900 |
| Wood | FDA CFR 21 178.3800 | PF Resin | FDA CFR 21 177.2410 |
| ABS | FDA CFR 21 181.32 & 180.22 | Cross-linked Polyester | FDA CFR 21 177.2420 |
| Sealing Rings | FDA CFR 21 177.1210 | Rubber | FDA CFR 21 177.2600 |
| Melamine | FDA CFR 21 177.1460 | Stainless Steel | GRAS & CBA |
| PA | FDA CFR 21 177.1500 | Aluminum | FDA CPG 7117.05 & CBA |
| PP, PE | FDA CFR 21 177.1520 | Other Metals | FDA CPG 7117.05 |
| PC | FDA CFR 21 177.1580 | Glass, Ceramic, Enamel | FDA CPG 7117.06, 7117.07 / CA Prop 65 |
| Cloth | FDA CFR 21 177.2800 | PET | FDA CFR 21 177.1630 |
Scope of Service
| Applicable Products | Food packaging, tableware, kitchen utensils, cookware, food processing machinery, kitchen electrical appliances |
| Material Types | Plastics and resins, rubber and silicone, metals and alloys, paper and cardboard, glass, ceramics, enamel, wood, colorants, and printing inks |
| Regulatory Standards | All tests are conducted based on the U.S. FDA Code of Federal Regulations Title 21 (CFR 21), relevant Compliance Policy Guides (CPGs), and California Proposition 65 where applicable |
| Common Testing Items | Extraction residue, chloroform-soluble extractives, chromium content, composition analysis, extractable lead and cadmium, acrylonitrile monomer, others |
| Others | Dishwasher testing, microwave testing, oven testing, water absorption (ASTM C373), thermal shock for glassware (ASTM C149), crack resistance of glazed ceramic (ASTM C554), impact resistance (ASTM C368), cookware standards (CBA 2022), salt spray testing, CA Prop 65, TPCH packaging requirements, and packaging/transport testing |
Why Choose ECQA for FDA Food Contact Material Testing
- Accredited Lab Facilities: Our testing lab labs are certified by CNAS, CMA, CPSC, UKAS, HKLAS
- Market Coverage: We support compliance for the US, EU, UK, Canada, China, and other regulated regions.
- Customized Solutions: We customize testing protocols to match your product type and target market requirements.
- Experienced Experts: Our chemists and compliance specialists understand evolving global standards and provide tailored testing strategies.
- Fast Turnaround: We deliver reliable test results with competitive lead times to keep your production and launches on schedule.
Ensure your food contact products comply with U.S. FDA regulations and gain trusted market access with ECQA's FDA Food Contact Material Testing Services. Contact us today to get started with expert testing and regulatory support.
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