Germany Regulations on Food Contact Materials: Key Updates for 2024 - Paper food packaging

Germany Regulations on Food Contact Materials: Key Updates for 2024

In August 2024, the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) announced significant updates to its recommendations for materials and articles that come into contact with food. These changes, which apply to silicones, paper and board, specialized baking papers, and temperature-resistant coatings, are already in effect. While all five revised guidelines introduce noteworthy updates, the…