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SolventsASTM D7424 Screening of Chemical Residues in SolventsASTM D7439 Screening for Chemical Residues in SolventsASTM D7439 Solvent Residue ScreeningASTM D7553 Industrial Chemical Residue Analysis by LC-MS/MSASTM D7570 Screening of Industrial Chemical Residues by LC-MSASTM D7573 Analysis of Pesticide Residues in Industrial SamplesASTM D7743 Analysis of Chemical Residues in PolymersASTM D7743 Polymer Residue TestingASTM D7796 Screening of Chemical Residues Using FTIRASTM D7807 Chemical Residue Analysis of PolymersASTM D7809 Chemical Residue Analysis by LC-MSASTM D7809 LC-MS Residue TestingASTM D7892 Environmental Residue ScreeningASTM D7892 Screening for Chemical Residues in Industrial WasteASTM D7908 Analysis of Chemical Residues by LC-MS/MSASTM D7912 Analysis of Chemical Residues in Industrial FluidsASTM D7912 Industrial Fluid Residue TestingASTM D8190 Detection of Chemical Residues by FTIR SpectroscopyASTM E1681 Analysis of Chemical Residues in Industrial SamplesASTM E2180 Evaluation of Chemical Residue Antimicrobial ActivityASTM E2314 Residue Analysis in Industrial Process SamplesASTM E2555 Industrial Residue TestingASTM E2555 Residue Testing for Industrial ChemicalsASTM E2555 Residue Testing in Industrial ChemicalsEN 12393 Industrial Dust Residue MonitoringEN 12393 Monitoring Chemical Residues in Airborne DustEN 12393 Monitoring of Chemical Residues in Industrial DustEN 1276 Chemical Residue Disinfectant Efficacy TestEN 12856 Determination of Chemical Residues in Drinking WaterEN 13610 Chemical Residue Removal EvaluationEN 13610 Chemical Residue Removal in Disinfection ProceduresEN 13610 Chemical Residue Removal TestingEN 13610 Residue Removal in DisinfectionEN 13610 Testing of Chemical Residue Removal by Cleaning AgentsEN 13623 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Contact SurfacesEN 13697 Chemical Residue Surface Disinfection TestingEN 13697 Chemical Residue Testing on SurfacesEN 13697 Residue Testing on SurfacesEN 13704 Chemical Residue Resistance of DisinfectantsEN 14132 Detection of Industrial Contaminants in Residue SamplesEN 14348 Testing for Chemical Residues in Industrial Air EmissionsEN 14662 Chemical Residue Monitoring in Drinking WaterEN 14662 Chemical Residue Monitoring in Water SamplesEN 14662 Residue Monitoring in WaterEN 1500 Chemical Residue Sanitizer Efficacy TestingEN 15011 Chemical Residue Removal Testing in Cleaning ProcessesEN 15011 Evaluation of Chemical Residue RemovalEN 15011 Residue Removal EvaluationEN 15088 Chemical Residue Removal Efficiency of Cleaning ProcessesEN 15088 Chemical Residue Removal from SurfacesEN 15088 Testing of Chemical Residue Removal from SurfacesEN 15216 Chemical Residue Analysis in Food IndustryEN 15216 Chemical Residue Analysis in Food Production EnvironmentsEN 15216 Residue Analysis in FoodEN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing EnvironmentsEN 15221 Surface Chemical Residue Sampling ProceduresEN 15459 Monitoring of Chemical Residues in Industrial WasteEN 15621 Monitoring of Industrial Residue PollutantsEN 15622 Chemical Residue Detection in Food PackagingEN 15622 Chemical Residue Testing in Packaging MaterialsEN 15622 Residue Testing in PackagingEN 15659 Chemical Residue Testing in Industrial WastewaterEN 15659 Chemical Residue Testing in Industrial WastewaterEN 15662 QuEChERS Method for Industrial Chemical ResiduesEPA Method 1664A N-Hexane Extractable Material Residue TestingEPA Method 3540B Soxhlet ExtractionEPA Method 3540B Soxhlet Extraction of ResiduesEPA Method 3540C Soxhlet ExtractionEPA Method 3540C Soxhlet Extraction of Chemical ResiduesEPA Method 3545A Pressurized Fluid Extraction of ResiduesEPA Method 3545B Pressurized ExtractionEPA Method 3545B Pressurized Fluid Extraction for ResiduesEPA Method 3546 Microwave ExtractionEPA Method 3546 Microwave Extraction of Chemical ResiduesEPA Method 3546 Microwave-Assisted Extraction of ResiduesEPA Method 3550B Ultrasonic ExtractionEPA Method 3550B Ultrasonic Extraction of Chemical ResiduesEPA Method 3550C Ultrasonic Extraction of ResiduesEPA Method 3570 Pressurized Fluid Extraction of ResiduesEPA Method 5021A VOC Analysis in Residue SamplesEPA Method 505 Analysis of Chemical Residues in SoilEPA Method 505 Determination of Chemical Residues in SoilsEPA Method 505 Soil Residue TestingEPA Method 537 Determination of Chemical Residues in Drinking WaterEPA Method 8000B Chemical Residue Analysis by GC/MSEPA Method 8081B Organochlorine Pesticides Residue TestingEPA Method 8082 Organochlorine Chemical Residue AnalysisEPA Method 8260C Volatile Organic Compounds Analysis in ResiduesEPA Method 8270D Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds Residue AnalysisEPA Method 8270E Analysis of Residual ChemicalsEPA Method 8270E Analysis of Residues in Industrial MatricesEPA Method 8270E Residue AnalysisEPA Method 8270F Residue AnalysisEPA Method 8270F Semivolatile Organic Residue AnalysisEPA Method 8270F Semivolatile Residue Testing by GC-MSEPA Method 8270G Semivolatile Residue Analysis in WaterEPA Method 8275D Residue TestingEPA Method 8275D Semivolatile Residue Analysis in Industrial MatricesEPA Method 8275D Semivolatile Residue Testing in Industrial SamplesEPA Method 8276 Residue AnalysisEPA Method 8276 Semivolatile Organic Residue TestingEPA Method 8276 Semivolatile Residue AnalysisEPA Method 8310 Analysis of Chemical ResiduesEPA Method 8310 Analysis of Chemical Residues by GC/MSEPA Method 8310 Chemical Residue AnalysisEPA Method 8315B Polychlorinated Biphenyl Residue TestingISO 11466 Chemical Residue Testing in Environmental SamplesISO 11466 Chemical Residue Testing in Soil SamplesISO 11466 Environmental Residue TestingISO 11467 Chemical Residue Testing in SoilsISO 11467 Soil Residue TestingISO 11507 Residue Analysis in Surface WatersISO 13485 Quality Management for Chemical Residue Testing LabsISO 13822 Construction Residue AnalysisISO 13822 Residue Analysis for Construction MaterialsISO 13822 Residue Analysis in Building MaterialsISO 13822 Residue Analysis of Construction MaterialsISO 14001 Environmental Management for Residue ControlISO 14001 Environmental Management for Residue ControlISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems for Residue ControlISO 14348 Sampling of Chemical Residues in Agricultural ProductsISO 14644 Cleanroom Standards for Chemical Residue SamplingISO 14698 Microbiological and Chemical Residue TestingISO 14698 Microbiological Control and Chemical Residue TestingISO 15009 Chemical Residue Sampling and AnalysisISO 15161 Industrial Chemical Residue Risk AssessmentISO 16140 Method Validation for Chemical Residue TestingISO 17020 Inspection of Chemical Residue ContaminationISO 17025 Accreditation for Chemical Residue LaboratoriesISO 17025 Accreditation for Residue Testing LabsISO 17025 Accredited Industrial Chemical Residue TestingISO 17025 Proficiency Testing in Chemical Residue LabsISO 18593 Surface Sampling for Chemical Residue MonitoringISO 19204 Residue Analysis of Organic ContaminantsISO 19739 Quality Assurance in Chemical Residue TestingISO 19739 Quality Control for Chemical Residue TestingISO 19739 Quality Control for Residue TestingISO 21469 Food and Industrial Chemical Residue Testing ComplianceISO 21504 Residue Analysis Method ValidationISO 21527 Microbiological and Chemical Residue LimitsISO 21527 Microbiological and Chemical Residue Testing StandardsISO 21527-2 Microbiological and Chemical Residue LimitsISO 21528 Chemical Residue Testing in Food SafetyISO 21528 Chemical Residue Testing in Food SafetyISO 22716 Good Manufacturing Practices for Residue ControlISO 23611 Analysis of Industrial Residues in Environmental SamplesISO 24313 Environmental Sampling for Residue AnalysisISO 24313 Sampling of Industrial Residues in Solid MatricesISO 24318 Analysis of Residues in Industrial WastewaterISO 5667 Water Sampling for Chemical Residue TestingISO 5667-10 Sampling of Wastewater for Residue TestingISO 5667-10 Wastewater SamplingISO 5667-3 Water Sampling Protocols for Residue TestingUSP <1086> Mass Spec Residue AnalysisUSP <1086> Mass Spectrometry for Residue AnalysisUSP <1086> Residue Analysis by Mass SpectrometryUSP <1225> Chemical Residue Method Validation GuidanceUSP <1225> Method ValidationUSP <1225> Validation of Chemical Residue MethodsUSP <191> Residual Solvent TestingUSP <191> Residual Solvents AnalysisUSP <191> Residual Solvents Testing in Drug ProductsUSP <2021> Identification of Chemical Residues by SpectroscopyUSP <2021> Identification of Residual Solvents in Chemical SamplesUSP <2021> Spectroscopy for Residue TestingUSP <2040> Chemical Residue Limits in Drug ProductsUSP <2040> Limits of Chemical Residues in PharmaceuticalsUSP <232> Limits for Chemical Residues in PharmaceuticalsUSP <232> Limits for Chemical Residues in PharmaceuticalsUSP <232> Limits for Residue TestingUSP <233> Elemental Impurities Residue AnalysisUSP <261> Chemical Residue Limits in Pharmaceutical ProductsUSP <561> Chemical Residue Identification and QuantificationUSP <561> Identification and QuantificationUSP <561> Identification of Chemical ResiduesUSP <621> Chromatographic Analysis of Chemical ResiduesUSP <621> Chromatography for Residue AnalysisUSP <621> Chromatography for Residue AnalysisUSP <643> Chemical Residue Identification in Raw MaterialsUSP <643> Identification of Chemical Residues in Raw MaterialsUSP <643> Identification of Chemical Residues in Raw MaterialsUSP <643> Identification of ResiduesUSP <661> Testing for Chemical Residues in PharmaceuticalsUSP <735> Assay Methods for Chemical ResiduesUSP <735> Chemical Residue Assay MethodsUSP <735> Residue Assay MethodsUSP <795> Residue Testing in Non-Sterile ProductsUSP <795> Testing for Chemical Residues in Non-Sterile PreparationsUSP <795> Testing for Chemical Residues in Non-Sterile Preparations

EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing: A Comprehensive Guide

Standard-Related Information

EN 15217 is a European standard that governs the testing of chemical residues in food processing facilities. This standard is part of the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) and is widely adopted across Europe and other parts of the world.

Legal and Regulatory Framework

The legal and regulatory framework surrounding EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing is complex and multifaceted. The standard is based on various national and international regulations, including:

  • European Unions General Food Law Regulation (EC) No 178/2002

  • European Unions Food Safety Act (EU) No 1935/2004

  • EUs Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability (CSS)

  • European Commissions Guidelines on the Implementation of EU Food Safety Policy

    • International and National Standards

    EN 15217 is based on international standards, including:

  • ISO 22000:2018 - Food safety management systems

  • ISO 9001:2015 - Quality management systems

  • ASTM E2537-13 - Standard guide for chemical residue testing in food processing facilities

  • TSE (Turkish Standards Institution) EN 15217:2019

    • Standard Development Organizations

    The standard development organizations involved in the creation of EN 15217 include:

  • European Committee for Standardization (CEN)

  • International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

  • American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

    • Evolution and Updates

    Standards, like any other technical document, evolve over time. The EN 15217 standard is updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or scientific understanding.

    Standard Numbers and Scope

    The relevant standard numbers and scope are as follows:

  • EN 15217:2019 - Chemical residue testing in food processing facilities

  • ISO 22000:2018 - Food safety management systems

  • ASTM E2537-13 - Standard guide for chemical residue testing in food processing facilities

    • Compliance Requirements

    Different industries have varying compliance requirements for EN 15217. For example:

  • Food manufacturers must comply with EUs General Food Law Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 and EUs Food Safety Act (EU) No 1935/2004

  • Food processors must comply with EN 15217:2019 and ISO 22000:2018

    • EN 15217 is a key standard for ensuring the safety of food products. The standard requires that chemical residues in food processing facilities are tested regularly to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

    Standard Requirements and Needs

    The specific test required by EN 15217 is the determination of chemical residues in food processing facilities. This includes testing for:

  • Heavy metals (e.g., lead, mercury)

  • Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) (e.g., PCBs, dioxins)

  • Pesticide residues

  • Antibiotic residues

    • Business and Technical Reasons

    The business and technical reasons for conducting EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing testing include:

  • Ensuring product safety and compliance with regulatory requirements

  • Maintaining customer confidence and trust

  • Protecting brand reputation and market share

  • Enhancing quality management systems

  • Reducing liability and risk exposure

    • Consequences of Not Performing the Test

    Failure to perform EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing testing can result in:

  • Non-compliance with regulatory requirements

  • Product recalls or withdrawals

  • Loss of customer confidence and trust

  • Damage to brand reputation and market share

  • Increased liability and risk exposure

    • Industries and Sectors

    The industries and sectors that require EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing testing include:

  • Food manufacturers

  • Food processors

  • Food distributors

  • Retailers

    • Risk Factors and Safety Implications

    The risk factors and safety implications associated with EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing include:

  • Exposure to toxic chemicals

  • Contamination of food products

  • Non-compliance with regulatory requirements

  • Damage to product quality and brand reputation

    • Quality Assurance and Quality Control Aspects

    The quality assurance and quality control aspects of EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing testing include:

  • Implementation of ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems

  • Compliance with EUs General Food Law Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 and EUs Food Safety Act (EU) No 1935/2004

  • Regular calibration and validation of equipment

    • Test Conditions and Methodology

    The test conditions and methodology for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing include:

  • Sampling procedures

  • Sample preparation

  • Analytical methods

  • Calibration and validation of equipment

  • Quality control measures during testing

    • Sample Preparation Procedures

    The sample preparation procedures for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involve the following steps:

    1. Sampling: Selecting representative samples from the food processing facility.

    2. Pre-treatment: Extracting the chemical residues from the samples using solvent extraction or other methods.

    3. Analysis: Analyzing the pre-treated samples using techniques such as chromatography or spectroscopy.

    Analytical Methods

    The analytical methods used for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing include:

  • Gas Chromatography (GC)

  • Liquid Chromatography (LC)

  • Mass Spectrometry (MS)

    • Calibration and Validation of Equipment

    The calibration and validation of equipment for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involve the following steps:

    1. Calibration: Verifying that the analytical equipment is functioning correctly.

    2. Validation: Ensuring that the analytical equipment meets regulatory requirements.

    Quality Control Measures during Testing

    The quality control measures during testing for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing include:

  • Regular calibration and validation of equipment

  • Use of certified reference materials (CRMs)

  • Implementation of quality management systems

    • EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involves the use of various analytical techniques, including GC, LC, and MS.

    Sampling Procedures

    The sampling procedures for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involve the following steps:

    1. Selection: Selecting representative samples from the food processing facility.

    2. Collection: Collecting the selected samples using proper sampling equipment.

    3. Storage: Storing the collected samples properly to prevent contamination.

    Sample Preparation

    The sample preparation procedures for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involve the following steps:

    1. Extraction: Extracting the chemical residues from the samples using solvent extraction or other methods.

    2. Clean-up: Cleaning up the extracted samples using techniques such as solid-phase extraction (SPE) or liquid-liquid extraction (LLE).

    3. Concentration: Concentrating the cleaned-up samples to improve analytical sensitivity.

    Analytical Methods

    The analytical methods used for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing include:

  • GC

  • LC

  • MS

    • Calibration and Validation of Equipment

    The calibration and validation of equipment for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involve the following steps:

    1. Calibration: Verifying that the analytical equipment is functioning correctly.

    2. Validation: Ensuring that the analytical equipment meets regulatory requirements.

    Quality Control Measures during Testing

    The quality control measures during testing for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing include:

  • Regular calibration and validation of equipment

  • Use of certified reference materials (CRMs)

  • Implementation of quality management systems

    • EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involves the use of various analytical techniques, including GC, LC, and MS.

    Sampling Procedures

    The sampling procedures for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involve the following steps:

    1. Selection: Selecting representative samples from the food processing facility.

    2. Collection: Collecting the selected samples using proper sampling equipment.

    3. Storage: Storing the collected samples properly to prevent contamination.

    Sample Preparation

    The sample preparation procedures for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involve the following steps:

    1. Extraction: Extracting the chemical residues from the samples using solvent extraction or other methods.

    2. Clean-up: Cleaning up the extracted samples using techniques such as solid-phase extraction (SPE) or liquid-liquid extraction (LLE).

    3. Concentration: Concentrating the cleaned-up samples to improve analytical sensitivity.

    Analytical Methods

    The analytical methods used for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing include:

  • GC

  • LC

  • MS

    • Calibration and Validation of Equipment

    The calibration and validation of equipment for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involve the following steps:

    1. Calibration: Verifying that the analytical equipment is functioning correctly.

    2. Validation: Ensuring that the analytical equipment meets regulatory requirements.

    Quality Control Measures during Testing

    The quality control measures during testing for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing include:

  • Regular calibration and validation of equipment

  • Use of certified reference materials (CRMs)

  • Implementation of quality management systems

    • Reporting and Record-Keeping

    The reporting and record-keeping requirements for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involve the following steps:

    1. Reporting: Providing a report of the test results, including any findings or conclusions.

    2. Record-Keeping: Maintaining records of the testing procedures, including sampling, sample preparation, and analysis.

    Certification and Accreditation

    The certification and accreditation requirements for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing involve the following steps:

    1. Certification: Obtaining certification from a recognized certification body.

    2. Accreditation: Obtaining accreditation from a recognized accreditation body.

    Conclusion

    EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing is an important procedure that helps ensure food safety and quality. It involves various analytical techniques, including GC, LC, and MS, and requires proper sampling procedures, sample preparation, and calibration and validation of equipment.

    References

    The references for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing include:

    1. European Commission (2002) Regulation (EC) No 1830/2003 on genetically modified food and feed.

    2. International Organization for Standardization (ISO) (2015) ISO 17025:2017 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories.

    Appendix

    The appendix for EN 15217 Chemical Residue Testing in Food Processing includes:

    1. Sampling procedures

    2. Sample preparation procedures

    3. Calibration and validation of equipment

    4. Quality control measures during testing

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