LFGB certification is the abbreviation for the German Food, Tobacco Products, Cosmetics and Other Commodities Management Act (Lebensmittel-, Bedarfsgegenstände- und Futtermittelgesetzbuch). It is a mandatory safety certification in Germany for food-contact materials and articles. The certification requires products to pass migration tests, sensory tests, etc., to ensure they do not release harmful substances when in contact with food. Usage scenarios: kitchen utensils, tableware, food packaging, children's products, etc., exported to Germany or the EU. Notes: LFGB certification is not permanently valid; changes in product materials or processes require retesting; certification is issued by third-party institutions (such as TÜV, SGS) and is relatively expensive; unlike the EU framework regulation (EC) No 1935/2004, LFGB is a specific implementation standard at the German national level and is stricter. Compared with FDA (USA), LFGB focuses on chemical migration and sensory requirements. In foreign trade, LFGB reports are often required for customs clearance or to meet buyer requirements.
📝 Examples
1. The silicone kitchenware we export to Germany must provide LFGB certification reports, otherwise customers cannot list them for sale. (Indicating that certification is a necessary condition for German market access)
2. Please confirm whether this batch of stainless steel tableware has passed LFGB certification, and send a copy of the certificate so that we can arrange ocean shipping. (Emphasizing the need to verify certification documents in the logistics process)
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