1 Scope
This standard specifies basic principles, manufacturing requirements and label contents of the label of food contact materials and articles.
This standard is applicable to food contact materials and articles that are directly supplied to consumers for final use.
2 Normative References
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the normative document (including any amendments) applies.
GB 9685 Hygienic Standards for Uses of Additives in Food Containers and Packaging Materials
3 Terms and Definitions
For the purpose of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
Food contact materials and articles
Various materials and articles that have or are expected to come into contact with foods or their components are possible to transfer to foods under normal use conditions, including food packaging materials and containers, food processing tools and equipment and catering equipment etc.
3.2
Label of food contact materials and articles
A generic term for words, symbols, numbers, patterns and other description indicating such relevant information as names, quality grades, product quantities, use methods, manufacturers or sellers of the food contact materials and articles.
3.3
Sales packaging
Packaging materials that are delivered to the consumers together with filling food contact materials and articles for sales.
1 Scope
2 Normative References
3 Terms and Definitions
4 Basic Principles
5 Manufacturing Requirements
6 Label Contents
Appendix A (Informative) Calculation Method for Maximum Superficial Area of Packaging Material or Packaging Container
