Global Legislation for Food Contact Materials

The book provides the latest regulatory updates, advances, and developments on food contact materials, including packaging, storage containers, and processing surfaces. It covers a broad area of global legislation and includes expert analysis of future trends in global food packaging regulation. It is a key reference text for R&D managers, safety assessment/quality control managers, equipment manufacturers, food processors, legal staff, and academics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 250 pages
Publication date: 15 April 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

The safety and effectiveness of food contact materials, such as packaging, storage containers, and processing surfaces, are of utmost importance to both food manufacturers and consumers. These materials can pose a significant hazard if chemicals or other substances migrate from the material to the food, leading to tainting of flavors, sensory characteristics, or even illness. To ensure the safe and effective use of these materials, global legislation has been established.

This comprehensive book provides an in-depth introduction to global legislation for food contact materials. It examines the legislation specific to different food contact materials, including plastic, coatings, regenerated cellulose, rubber, bioplastics, active and intelligent packaging materials, and recycled plastics. The book also includes expert analysis of future trends in global food packaging regulation.

Global Legislation for Food Contact Materials,Second Edition, serves as a valuable reference text for R&D managers, safety assessment/quality control managers in food and beverage packaging, equipment manufacturers, food processors, legal staff in the food industry, and academics with a research interest in this area. It offers the latest regulatory updates, advances, and developments on the main materials used for food contact, ensuring that professionals are well-informed about the requirements and guidelines for their safe and responsible use.

In conclusion, the safety and quality of food products depend on the use of safe and effective food contact materials. Global legislation plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of these materials, and this book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the legislation in place. By understanding and adhering to these regulations, food manufacturers, processors, and consumers can protect themselves and the public from potential hazards associated with food contact materials.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780128211816
Edition number: 2 ed