New Standards for Food Contact Materials and Articles in South Korea

South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has published its latest specifications for food contact materials and articles.

Notice No. 2021-76 was issued in September 2021. It contains the latest requirements under the nation’s ‘Standards and Specifications for Utensils, Containers and Packaging’. It incorporates proposed provisions issued in May 2021.

Provisions include:

  • New language and a new structure for better clarity
  • Adding polyketones as a new material under synthetic resins:
    • Lead: no more than 1.0 mg/L
    • Potassium permanganate consumption: no more than 10.0 mg/L
    • Overall migration: no more than 30 mg/L
  • Grouping synthetic resins with similar structures into nine categories:
    • Olefins with six materials
    • Esters (twelve), with butylenesuccinate copolymer (PBS) and butylenesuccinate-adipate copolymer (PBSA) as individual entries – the requirements for potassium permanganate consumption are now excluded for non-water-resistant PBSA containers
    • Styrenes (five)
    • Amines (three)
    • Acrylics (three)
    • Aldehydes (four)
    • Ethers (five)
    • Vinyl chlorides (two)
    • Others (three – fluorocarbons, epoxy resins and polyketones)
  • Providing specifications in the form of a table for each synthetic resin, rubber, regenerated cellulose, paper, metal/alloy, wood, starch as well as glass, ceramic, enamel and pottery materials, for ease of reference
  • Providing new safety provisions for active and intelligent materials/containers
  • Regulating the use of recycled synthetic resins, including improved standards for recycled polyethylene terephthalates (PET)

Polyketone is a copolymer of carbon monoxide, ethylene and propylene, and refers to a synthetic resin in which the content of carbon monoxide in the base polymer is approximately 50%.

Food contact materials and articles are regulated under the Food Sanitation Act in South Korea. It prohibits the presence or use of toxic/harmful chemicals in food contact utensils, containers and packaging and directs the MFDA to establish standards and specifications for these products.

Implementation will happen in phases with the following effective dates:

  • September 7, 2021 – Notice 2021-76
  • January 1, 2022 – recognized raw materials (flakes, etc.) used during the recycling process if these are recycled synthetic resins made of physically regenerated PET materials and meet the criteria for recycled synthetic resins in utensils, containers and packaging

Stakeholders are advised to now check their products conform to the latest South Korean requirements for food contact materials and articles.

SGS Food Contact Materials Services

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 Materials Services. 

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SGS and Allion Expand Test Solutions to Asia to Support the US Server IT and Networking Industries

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has entered into a commercial partnership with Allion Labs, a renowned artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) testing service provider, to support the USA’s growing diversity of technology companies working within the connectivity sector and expanded its ISO/IEC 17025 certified test lab network in Asia.

The partnership and expansion of one stop test solutions to Asia positions the Allion USA-SGS lab at the heart of the world’s major manufacturing hub. Building on the success of the companies’ partnership in the automotive sector, this development expands its scope to support the server, IT, audio-visual and networking industries.

By combining industry insight, testing expertise and laboratory resources, the partnership’s one-stop test solutions optimize the operation of products and software. Through the Quality Requirement Specification (QRS) Program, clients gain assistance in quality control with the setting of product specification and performance standards for Original Design Manufacturers (ODMs) to follow. The process enables the customization of plans at all points of the supply chain, from product development to mass production.

Frankie Ng, CEO of SGS said: “Our partnership with Allion, which began in 2019, supports SGS’s strategic evolution by aligning our global network more closely to the key TIC connectivity megatrend and customer demand, supporting our purpose to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

“In our mission to improve product quality and set industry standards, we provide our tech clients with practical solutions across the different product stages. Ultimately, Allion USA-SGS can help clients grow their markets, particularly across the 5G technology and IoT devices sector, by accelerating product time to launch.”

Summer Chien, CEO of Allion said: “We understand how product development is filled with difficult decisions, especially for the choice of key component and appropriate suppliers. Our ‘one-stop test solutions’ ensure we are best placed to simplify that process for our clients.

“Whether seeking rigorous component validations, software interoperability tests, or database storage solutions, we can help clients establish sophisticated applications with reliability, scalability, and flexibility.”

The Allion laboratory is the only test lab in Asia that has executed 1 million test projects for over 30 compliance and certification programs, including USB, HDMI, Thunderbolt, PCIe, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth.

This partnership forms a key element of SGS’s strategy to investing in the Connectivity business to drive business growth and support the fast evolution of consumer products in an increasingly connected world.

                               

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About Allion Labs

Founded in 1991, Allion has accumulated over 30 years of testing experience. Headquartered in Asia with branches in the U.S., Europe, Japan, China and South Korea, Allion is able to provide convenient, top-quality services wherever vendors are. Allion offers professional services in research, design, quality and production. Its services include standard certification and compliance testing, product ecosystem scenario testing, test fixture design and AIoT solutions.

Melbourne Florida Based Authentic Jamaican Restaurant Celebrates First Anniversary with New Investor and Charity

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Melbourne, Florida, USA., December 8, 2021 - The Philibert Kitchen is an authentic family Jamaican restaurant in Melbourne, Florida. Philibert Kitchen was started in October of 2020 by Sandra Philibert. a strong woman with passion for cooking and long career in the culinary arts field on the island of Jamaica, West Indies. They provide great customer service and delicious Jamaican food that keeps their neighbors coming back for more. This restaurant is the place for authentic Jamaican food in an outstandingly clean environment. It is one of the most popular spots for Caribbean takeout in all of Melbourne.

On their first anniversary, Philibert Kitchen has accepted their first investor who will help them grow and expand to a bigger location by mid 2022. Philibert Kitchen started as a kitchen take-out, delivery, and catering services only. Uber, DoorDash, Grubhub and bitesquad handle the delivery for them. Bigger restaurant at new location will also offer reservation and dinning. They have also launched a food truck exactly on their one year anniversary.

Their signature dish, Jerk Chicken & Beef Oxtail Plate, is the most popular selling combo. Curried Goat, Curry Chicken, Vegetarian Dish, and freshly made Rasta Pasta with Jerk Chicken, Shrimp, or Oxtails are some of the other favorites. Everyone must try their delicious curry chicken served with fresh Naan bread, oxtail, or tangy and spicy jerk chicken

Best jerk chicken I’ve had in years. Down to earth family owned business, super nice people and they remember their customers! We will be adding this place as a regular for our family dinners” - Teresa Trencher, Google Reviews

Giving back to the community is also a primary focus of Philibert kitchen. Once per month, the kitchen participates in a community outreach that feeds over 100 people who are in need. Philibert kitchen has partnered with churches in the community to feed people in need. One such event was on October 23,2020 with the living god international prophetic ministry.

God bless us so let’s bless someone else” - says Sandra Philibert, CEO Philibert Kitchen

They also give back by donating to cancer charities. They have given over $4000 just to cancer charities like Brevard Cancer Foundation. Sandra knows the pain of Cancer since she herself has been battling breast cancer though the illness did not break her spirit. Sandra was able to gain strength and motivation to help fight cancer through her passion for cooking delicious authentic Jamaican food.

About Philibert Kitchen

Philibert Kitchen Jamaican Restaurant is your source for authentic Jamaican food in Melbourne, Fl. started by a powerful woman, Sandra Philibert from the island of Jamaica , West.Indies. Sandra is the mother of 4 children who migrated with her family to the USA from the lovely island of Jamaica. They make Jamaican food the way it is supposed to be made.

HOTT Homes Real Estate and Property Management Donates To Claremont AYSO

Claremont, CA, USA., November 20, 2021  - Real Estate Team Overcomes a Global Pandemic to continue to find a way to give back to the community. On November 20, 2021 at 12:30 p.m. at Padua Soccer Park, HOTT Homes Real Estate and Property Management will be donating a substantial amount to give more kids the opportunity to play soccer in Claremont through the good work that the American Soccer Youth Organization, Region 3 does for the community.

This year HOTT Homes is on a mission to raise $10,000 for Claremont AYSO! In 2019, Claremont AYSO started a program to collect soccer equipment from the community to donate to local soccer players in need of equipment so they can play soccer.

Whether it’s providing soccer cleats for those who are struggling through the Kick It Again initiative to providing league fees through the scholarship programs kids can play soccer. Claremont AYSO leads the way in restoring physical activity into children's lives.

As a non-profit, Claremont AYSO depends on Sponsorships and Donations to continue its leading-edge service to get kids back to play. HOTT Homes proudly donates a portion of their income from real estate sales to AYSO to help them continue serving the needs of those who most need it in the community!


Not only will they benefit from award-winning service, but one can be rest assured a very worthy cause will benefit as well!
Over the last two decades of helping thousands of families sell their home and/or buy another, they have met some wonderful, loving, caring people. So those who are considering a move, HOTT Homes will do their very best in helping them buy or sell the place they call home.
 

About HOTT Homes Real Estate and Property Management
 

HOTT Homes Real Estate is a professional real estate management company that focuses on building your investment portfolio through real estate. HOTT Homes takes the stress out of real estate. We provides full service property management throughout the IE and LA.

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The Internet marketing experts at MORBiZ have released a new guide focused on Map Search Optimization for small businesses, If properly executed this evolving web presence strategy can greatly enhance the likelihood of a business being found on map apps, like Google Maps and Waze. In conjunction with local SEO, Map Search Optimization (MSO) drives traffic and conversions across many sectors. The new guide from MORBiZ can be read in full at www.morbiz.com/what-is-map-search-optimization/.

In the article, MORBiZ defines MSO and the benefits of implementing a map search optimization strategy for all types of brick and mortar businesses or location based service providers. One of the key aspects of focusing on MSO is to show up in popular "____ near me" searches. This search term is being used more in more, both in traditional search bars, as well as within map apps directly.

The map search optimization guide goes on to discuss methods of showing up in map search results using MSO. This not only includes polishing a website's local SEO, but also conducting sweeping corrections on inaccurate web directory listings that could hinder results. According to studies, wrong business names, phone numbers or addresses harm search ranking in as many as 40 percent of cases.

To learn more about MSO, visit https://www.morbiz.com/what-is-map-search-optimization or call the MORBiZ web marketing professionals at 1-855-266-7249. You can also fill out the contact form at www.morbiz.com/web-contact-form to connect with the MORBiZ team. When you partner with the web presence experts at MORBiZ, we’ll handle all the local SEO and reputation management necessary to achieve an excellent ranking in map search and traditional results.