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ISO 18752 Testing of Plasticizers in Food Contact Plastics: Eurolabs Expertise

ISO 18752 is a standardized test method for the determination of plasticizers in food contact plastics. This international standard, developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), provides a harmonized approach for testing and evaluating the presence of plasticizers in plastics intended for direct or indirect food contact.

The Legal and Regulatory Framework

Plasticizers are substances added to plastics to improve their flexibility and processability. However, they can migrate from the plastic into food, posing potential health risks to consumers. As a result, regulatory bodies around the world have established guidelines and regulations to ensure the safe use of plasticizers in food contact applications.

In the European Union, for example, Regulation (EU) 10/2011 sets out specific requirements for the migration of plasticizers from plastics into food. Similarly, in the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates the use of plasticizers in food packaging under Title 21, Chapter I, Part 175.

International and National Standards

ISO 18752 is one of several international standards governing the testing of plasticizers in food contact plastics. Other relevant standards include:

  • ISO 15371:2016

  • ASTM D1602-15

  • EN 1184:2003

  • TSE 1151:2010

    • These standards outline the test methods, sample preparation procedures, and evaluation criteria for determining the presence and levels of plasticizers in food contact plastics.

    Standard Development Organizations

    The development and maintenance of international standards like ISO 18752 are managed by standard development organizations (SDOs). The SDOs responsible for developing and maintaining these standards include:

  • International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

  • American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

  • European Committee for Standardization (CEN)

    • Evolution of Standards

    Standards evolve over time to reflect changes in technology, scientific understanding, and regulatory requirements. As new evidence emerges or regulations are updated, standards may be revised or replaced to ensure that they remain relevant and effective.

    For example, ISO 18752 was first published in 1996 and has undergone several revisions since then, including the most recent edition in 2016.

    Standard Numbers and Scope

    The following standard numbers and their scopes are relevant to ISO 18752 testing:

  • ISO 18752:2016 - Determination of plasticizers in food contact plastics

    • Scope: This International Standard specifies a method for the determination of plasticizers in food contact plastics.

  • ASTM D1602-15 - Plasticizers by Extraction and Capillary Gas Chromatography (GC)

    • Scope: This standard describes a test method for determining the presence and levels of plasticizers in plastics.

    Standard Compliance Requirements

    Compliance with these standards is essential for industries that use or manufacture food contact plastics. Failure to comply can result in regulatory non-compliance, product recalls, and damage to reputation.

    In the EU, for example, manufacturers must ensure that their products comply with Regulation (EU) 10/2011, which includes requirements for plasticizer migration.

    The need for ISO 18752 testing arises from the potential risks associated with plasticizers in food contact plastics. These risks include:

  • Health Risks: Plasticizers can migrate into food, posing potential health risks to consumers.

  • Regulatory Compliance: Manufacturers must comply with regulatory requirements and standards governing the use of plasticizers in food contact applications.

    • Business and Technical Reasons for Conducting ISO 18752 Testing

    Conducting ISO 18752 testing provides several benefits, including:

  • Quality Assurance: Ensuring that products meet regulatory requirements and standards.

  • Risk Mitigation: Identifying potential risks associated with plasticizer migration.

  • Compliance: Demonstrating compliance with regulatory requirements.

    • Consequences of Not Performing ISO 18752 Testing

    Failure to perform ISO 18752 testing can result in:

  • Regulatory Non-Compliance

  • Product Recalls

  • Damage to Reputation

    • Industries and Sectors Requiring ISO 18752 Testing

    ISO 18752 testing is essential for industries that use or manufacture food contact plastics, including:

  • Food packaging manufacturers

  • Plastics processors

  • Chemical manufacturers

    • Risk Factors and Safety Implications

    The risks associated with plasticizers in food contact plastics include:

  • Health Risks: Potential health risks to consumers.

  • Environmental Risks: Potential environmental impacts of plasticizer migration.

    • Quality Assurance and Quality Control Aspects

    ISO 18752 testing is an essential aspect of quality assurance and control, ensuring that products meet regulatory requirements and standards.

    The following section outlines the test conditions and methodology for ISO 18752 testing:

  • Sample Preparation: Samples are prepared according to ISO 15371:2016.

  • Extraction: Plasticizers are extracted from the sample using a solvent, such as dichloromethane or hexane.

  • Capillary Gas Chromatography (GC): The extracted plasticizers are separated and detected using capillary GC.

    • Test Procedure

    The test procedure for ISO 18752 testing is outlined below:

    1. Sample preparation

    2. Extraction of plasticizers

    3. Capillary GC analysis

    Instrumentation and Equipment

    The following instrumentation and equipment are required for ISO 18752 testing:

  • Gas chromatograph (GC)

  • Column oven

  • Detector

  • Data acquisition system

    • Interpretation of Results

    The results of ISO 18752 testing are interpreted according to the standards outlined in ISO 15371:2016.

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