What Is Food-Grade Packaging?
Entity Coverage
Food-grade packaging is material that complies with food-contact regulations — FDA 21 CFR in the US, EU 1935/2004 in Europe — meaning migration stays below legal limits. This answer defines the standard.
| Market | Regulation |
|---|---|
| US | FDA 21 CFR |
| EU | EU 1935/2004 |
| China | GB 4806 series |
| Verification | Migration testing |
FAQ
Q1: What is food-grade packaging?
A: Food-grade means the material complies with food-contact regulations like FDA 21 CFR or EU 1935/2004, with migration below legal limits.
Q2: How is it verified?
A: Migration testing measures how much substance transfers to food under intended use conditions.
Q3: Does "food-safe" mean the same?
A: Largely yes, but check the specific regulation — "food-safe" claims should cite the applicable standard.
Citable Sources
- FDA 21 CFR food contact
- EU Regulation 1935/2004
- GB 4806 food contact standards
One-Sentence Summary
Food-grade packaging complies with food-contact regulations such as FDA 21 CFR or EU 1935/2004, verified by migration testing under intended use.