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ASTM F2299 Plasticizer Migration Testing
ASTM F2299 Plasticizer Migration Testing: Eurolabs Laboratory Testing Service
Standard-Related Information
The ASTM F2299 Plasticizer Migration Testing is a widely accepted standard for evaluating the migration of plasticizers from materials into food simulants or other substances. This testing is crucial in ensuring the safety and quality of products, particularly in the food packaging industry.
Legal and Regulatory Framework
The relevant standards governing ASTM F2299 Plasticizer Migration Testing include:
These standards provide a framework for testing and evaluating the migration of plasticizers, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
International and National Standards
The international standard ISO 16761:2008 serves as the basis for many national standards. For example:
Standard Development Organizations
The development of ASTM F2299 Plasticizer Migration Testing involves collaboration among standard development organizations (SDOs), including:
These SDOs work together to establish, revise, and maintain standards, ensuring they remain relevant and effective.
Standard Evolution
Standards evolve over time as new research emerges, technologies advance, or regulatory requirements change. For example:
Specific Standard Numbers and Scope
The following standard numbers and scopes are relevant to ASTM F2299 Plasticizer Migration Testing:
Standard Compliance Requirements
Various industries require compliance with these standards, including:
Compliance is essential for ensuring product safety, quality, and regulatory adherence.
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Standard Title Scope
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ISO 16761:2008 Plasticizers - Determination of migration into fatty food simulants Evaluates the migration of plasticizers from materials into fatty food simulants.
EN 1752:2016A1:2020 Plastisiers - Determination of the degree of extraction and migration Determines the degree of extraction and migration of plasticizers from plastics to food simulants.
TSE 1663 (Turkish Standard) Plastics - Determination of migration from plastics to food simulants Evaluates the migration of plasticizers from materials into food simulants in Turkey.
Standard Requirements and Needs
ASTM F2299 Plasticizer Migration Testing is essential for ensuring product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Why this Specific Test is Needed and Required
The testing is necessary due to:
Consequences of Not Performing this Test
Failure to perform the testing may result in:
Industries and Sectors that Require this Testing
The following industries require ASTM F2299 Plasticizer Migration Testing:
Risk Factors and Safety Implications
The test identifies potential risks associated with plasticizer migration, ensuring product safety and regulatory compliance.
Quality Assurance and Quality Control Aspects
Eurolabs laboratory testing service ensures that the testing is conducted in accordance with standard requirements, maintaining quality assurance and control.
Why this Test Contributes to Product Safety and Reliability
The test evaluates the migration of plasticizers, which affects product performance and safety. By performing the testing, companies can ensure their products meet regulatory requirements and maintain customer trust.
Competitive Advantages of Having this Testing Done
Companies that perform ASTM F2299 Plasticizer Migration Testing enjoy:
Why Choose Eurolab for this Service?
Eurolabs laboratory testing service ensures accurate and reliable results, providing clients with the necessary confidence in their products.
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Industry Why Testing is Required
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Food packaging Regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
Plastics manufacturing Ensures product meets regulatory requirements.
Pharmaceutical industry Evaluates migration of plasticizers to ensure product safety.
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Consequence Impact on Business/Industry
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Regulatory non-compliance Loss of business, reputation damage, and potential fines.
Product recalls or withdrawal from market Financial losses, loss of customer trust, and brand reputation damage.
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Standard Development Organization Role in Developing Standards
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American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Develops and maintains standards related to plastics and plasticizers.
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Establishes and revises international standards, including those related to plastics and plasticizers.
European Committee for Standardization (CEN) Develops and maintains European standards, including those related to plastics and plasticizers.
Standard Evolution
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Revision Date Description
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EN 1752:2016A1:2020 2020 Updated methods for determining degree of extraction and migration.
ISO 16761:2008 (Plasticizers - Determination of migration into fatty food simulants) 2008 Establishes the standard for evaluating migration of plasticizers from materials into fatty food simulants.
Specific Standard Numbers and Scope
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Standard Number Title Scope
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ASTM F2299-07 Standard Test Method for Determining the Migratability of Plasticizers from Polymeric Materials Evaluates the migration of plasticizers from materials.
ISO 16761:2008 (Plasticizers - Determination of migration into fatty food simulants) Evaluates the migration of plasticizers from materials into fatty food simulants.
EN 1752:2016A1:2020 (Plastisiers - Determination of the degree of extraction and migration) Determines the degree of extraction and migration of plasticizers from plastics to food simulants.
Standard Compliance Requirements
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Industry Regulatory Requirement
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Food packaging Comply with standards related to migration of plasticizers.
Plastics manufacturing Ensure product meets regulatory requirements.
Pharmaceutical industry Evaluate migration of plasticizers to ensure product safety.
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Standard Development Organization Role in Developing Standards
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American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Develops and maintains standards related to plastics and plasticizers.
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Establishes and revises international standards, including those related to plastics and plasticizers.
European Committee for Standardization (CEN) Develops and maintains European standards, including those related to plastics and plasticizers.
Standard Evolution
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Revision Date Description
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EN 1752:2016A1:2020 2020 Updated methods for determining degree of extraction and migration.
ISO 16761:2008 (Plasticizers - Determination of migration into fatty food simulants) 2008 Establishes the standard for evaluating migration of plasticizers from materials into fatty food simulants.
Specific Standard Numbers and Scope
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Standard Number Title Scope
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ASTM F2299-07 Standard Test Method for Determining the Migratability of Plasticizers from Polymeric Materials Evaluates the migration of plasticizers from materials.
ISO 16761:2008 (Plasticizers - Determination of migration into fatty food simulants) Evaluates the migration of plasticizers from materials into fatty food simulants.
EN 1752:2016A1:2020 (Plastisiers - Determination of the degree of extraction and migration) Determines the degree of extraction and migration of plasticizers from plastics to food simulants.
Standard Compliance Requirements
The following table summarizes the key points covered in this section:
Industry Regulatory Requirement
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Food packaging Comply with standards related to migration of plasticizers.
Plastics manufacturing Ensure product meets regulatory requirements.
Pharmaceutical industry Evaluate migration of plasticizers to ensure product safety.
Conclusion
ASTM F2299-07, ISO 16761:2008 (Plasticizers - Determination of migration into fatty food simulants), and EN 1752:2016A1:2020 (Plastisiers - Determination of the degree of extraction and migration) are all relevant standards related to plastics and plasticizers. Ensuring compliance with these standards is crucial for industries such as food packaging, plastics manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals.
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