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© SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA.
© SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA.
When we talk about food-grade packaging, we mean materials deemed safe for direct contact with food. Packaging plays a critical role in food safety by protecting consumers from contamination, spoilage and damage throughout the supply chain.
Ensuring the safety of food packaging is a multi-faceted process that involves understanding and mitigating microbiological, chemical, physical and allergenic hazards. Adhering to food-grade standards and implementing robust control measures not only protects consumer health but also maintains the integrity of the food supply chain. Packaging materials must be both functional and safe, and should not harm or alter the product.
Food-grade packaging prevents both chemical and microbiological contamination. Products must be microbiologically safe and physically strong. Thorough testing ensures that harmful chemicals are not released and that regulatory standards are met. The pre-verification of conformity (PVoC) process confirms the packaging is safe for its intended use, enhancing consumer confidence.
Labeling and information on food-grade packaging must include key details like ingredients, nutritional content and storage instructions. This enables consumers to make informed choices and handle the food properly. Proper labeling also supports the preservation of freshness and quality.
Common analyses for food-grade packaging include:
Exporting food products requires careful consideration to ensure that packaging meets the destination country’s regulations and protects the food during transit. Key steps include:
A critical component of ensuring food packaging safety is the expertise of conformity assessment bodies. As an internationally accredited organization, we fulfill a pivotal role in evaluating packaging materials against relevant regulations and standards.
We ensure:
By following strict regulations, conducting detailed evaluations and enforcing compliance, we ensure that consumers can rely on the safety and quality of food packaging. Our impartial assessments instill trust in both regulators and consumers. With local experts available globally, we support smooth and compliant market access, no matter where you are exporting to.
This article can also be found in our PCA Newsletter (Q2/2025) – which keeps you up to date with developments in technical barriers to trade and product conformity assessment.
You can read more articles in our previous editions in the PCA Newsletter Library.
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