SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 160.24 detailing the publication of a new rulebook on food contact regenerated cellulose film materials and articles in Montenegro. This became effective on October 19, 2024.
Published by the country’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management, Rulebook OMG No. 98/2024 transposes EU Directive 2007/42/EC.
This legislation follows on from the national regulation OMG No. 80/2016, issued in 2016, which defined food contact materials and articles subject to specific measures, ensuring safety, traceability, good manufacturing practices (GMP), active/intelligent features, declaration of conformity (DoC), civil penalties, and the 'food contact safe' wine glass and fork symbol. This, in turn, is aligned with Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004, the EU’s framework legislation for food contact materials and articles.
SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 160.24 includes key information on the provisions of OMG No. 98/2024, including definitions, permitted substances and labeling.
Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to the original SafeGuardS 160.24 for more details.
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SGS’s technical experts have extensive experience of testing materials and articles in contact with food. They can ensure that your products meet the appropriate regulations for food contact materials and pave the way for compliance. SGS offers the full range of testing, including migration tests, along with expert advice on emerging regulations, compliance issues and documentation review. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS’s food contact material services.
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