The European Union is a key export market for Chinese products such as tableware, cookware, and small kitchen appliances. However, the EU’s regulatory framework for food contact materials (FCM) is highly complex, with rigorous enforcement measures. Non-compliant products risk customs detention, forced returns, or even destruction.
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(EC) No 1935/2004 serves as the overarching regulatory framework for food contact materials (FCM) in the European Union, establishing mandatory principles for all EU member states. Material-specific requirements are further defined by specialized regulations and directives, such as:
Certain EU member states impose stricter or supplementary regulations beyond EU-wide rules. For example:
1、EU-Wide Compliance:
2、Italy-Specific Requirements:
3、Documentation: