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Mastering Global Food Contact Compliance: EU, US, China, Japan, Mercosur & More

Language: English
Length: 120 min
Sep 10, 2025 03:00 PM
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Course Description

Decode the complexity behind the compliance process across the globe without wasting time! Be equipped with design and implementation of testing protocols and gain in-depth knowledge of the applicable legislation and latest regulatory changes for each region (US, Europe, China, Japan etc.). 

Expert, Andreas Grabitz, will help you understand:

  • Different FCMs regulations and recent bans across the globe
  • How to differentiate your products from competition
  • Step-by-step creation of FCMs compliant approval strategy
  • Recent PFAS Restrictions you should know about
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Andreas Grabitz worked with Eurofins Consumer Product Testing for 20 years, dealing with the analysis and test plan generation for food contact materials while also consulting customers from food and packaging industries. Beginning of 2025 Andreas left Eurofins and established his own consultancy business - FCMExperts.

His main focus is efficient test plan generation in order to enable packaging manufacturers to demonstrate compliance of their product portfolio with as few tests as possible. Doctor of Chemistry, Andreas is an active senior consultant for packaging manufacturers with a focus on conformity work and risk management.

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Why should you view this course?

Attaining food contact approval for one region is already complex and lengthy. On top of that, if you are targeting different geographical regions (US, Europe, China, Japan etc.) for your products, the lack of harmonized food contact regulations, PFAS restrictions and the recent Japan regulations surely adds up to the challenge!

With high demand in the market, you cannot afford to be unorganized. As this way, you can end up with a higher cost of the final product, affecting either competitiveness or product recalls. Join this course to:

  1. Identify open compliance issues that need to be addressed for success by keeping up with the latest global food contact materials (FCMs) legislations.

  2. Stay updated with the latest regulatory changes shifting the market like PFAS restrictions, BPA ban, and the Japan Food Sanitation Act.

  3. Understand step-by-step creation of FCMs compliant approval strategy and how to proceed in practice.

  4. Lower time & cost needed to develop new materials for food contact with smart tips for R&D practice.

Who should join this course?

  • Food contact material manufacturers, regulatory staff, brand owners (OEMs using plastic packaging), and everyone in the plastic value chain involved in food approval process in the EU, the US, Mercosur, and China.

  • Complete the course and (unlock your personalized certificate) – your badge of accomplishment awaits!

  • This course is suitable for intermediate level proficiency
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Questions you will be able to answer after this course:

  1. How do I handle food contact compliance if I want to sell my product in multiple regions (US, EU, China, Japan)?

  2. Where do I start: raw materials, suppliers, migration testing, documentation?

  3. What are the common compliance mistakes that lead to recalls or blocked shipments?

  4. Which PFAS restrictions are already in place globally, and which ones are coming?

Course Outline

Overview of regulations

  • US FDA
    -     US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) legislation
    - 21 CFR chapters for food contact materials
  • EU
    - The European Framework regulation 1935/2004
    - The Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) 2023/2006
    - The Plastic Regulation 10/2011
    - 18th (BPA ban) & 19th (quality) Ammendment
  • China
    -     National GB standards in China
  • Japan
    -     Japan Food Sanitation Act
  • Other parts of the world
    -     Different legal approaches

Comparison of requirements in regulations

  • Regulations that are comparable
  • Comprehensive approach when catering to more than one region

How to proceed in practice: step-by-step the creation of approval strategy

  • Understanding the respective legal approach
  • Confirming formal compliance of raw materials with respective jurisdiction
  • Identifying synergies from different jurisdictions
  • Identifying open compliance issues which need to be addressed by business operators
  • Managing global PFAs restrictions
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Prerequisites for this course

It is recommended that participants have a basic understanding of:

  • Food contact materials are (plastics, coatings, adhesives, packaging materials, etc.)
30 min Q & As for this course
Interact directly with your tutor and clarify your doubts
  1. 30 mins per session for Questions and Answers
  2. Clarify your doubts.
  3. If your questions are not answered, dont worry you will recieve tutor’s reply via email after sessions.
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