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Challenge in Identifying NIAS in Food Contact Materials

April 10, 2024

Plastics are one of the most commonly used materials in food contact products. As recycled plastic is becoming ever more relevant for manufacturers, consumers now demand sustainability in the products and packaging they buy. At the same time, governments are starting to address the problems of the linear economy, and this means food contact plastics will need to be reusable and recyclable if we are to achieve a true circular economy.

However, safety remains a vital concern. Many jurisdictions enforce strict regulations and standards on food contact materials (FCM), which include post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics.

There have been issues surrounding the identification of plastics and contamination by non-intentionally added substances (NIAS), which result from impurities, reaction intermediates formed during the manufacturing process, decomposition or reaction products, or legacy substances introduced during the former use of a recycled plastic. 

Understanding and managing NIAS is crucial to ensure the safety and compliance of FCM, as they can pose potential risks to human health.

At SGS, we can provide NIAS screening analysis services to help manufacturers, brands, retailers, and other stakeholders in delivering safe and compliant FCM and articles to target markets.

SERVICESTANDARD (METHOD)PROMOTIONAL OFFER
NIAS screening test and risk assessment for non-intentionally added substances (NIAS) for food contact plastic in 95% ethanolRegulation (EU) 10/2011, With reference to EN 13130, Analysis by GC-MS followed by toxicology risk assessmentOriginal Price:
HKD 7.500.00 / USD 970.00

Promo Offer:
HKD 4,500.00 / USD  580.00

(per material)

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Terms & Conditions:

  1. This promotion is limited to SGS Hong Kong Limited (Hardlines Laboratory)
  2. This promotion is valid from now until 31st December 2025
  3. This promotion cannot be used in conjunction with special buyer programs and/or offers
  4. SGS Hong Kong reserves the final rights for final interpretation of the promotion

 

For more information on this service, please contact our Sales team!

About SGS

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

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