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How are Adhesives That are Separated from Food By a Functional Barrier Regulated?

Do all the components of an adhesive for food packaging (cardboard boxes) have to be in the list of cleared substances found in 21 C.F.R. 175.105...

Does FDA Establish Heavy Metal Limits in Food?

In the U.S.A., does has the FDA established maximum limits for heavy metals in food?

How are Paper Napkins Regulated by FDA?

Does the FDA have any compliance standards related to indirect food contact with paper napkins? If so, is there a clear source for such...

What Type of Guarantees Should a Packaging Distributor Provide?

We are a food packaging distributor. We do not manufacture any of the products we supply to customer. When customers request Letter of Guarantee...

What Assurance Statement Should Be Provided for Kitchen Utensils Imported From China?

I'm looking into importing kitchen utensils (such as potato peelers, vegetable slicers, etc.) from China. Some manufacturers have asked me how...

What GMP Requirements Apply to Resin and Colorant Manufacture?

We produce trays for smoked seafood out of HDPE FDA grade material. We have cleaning and sanitization processes to minimize the likelihood of the...

What Regulations Apply to Colorants?

If a colorant is not listed on 21 C.F.R. Part 176.170 (paper and paper board for aqueous and fatty food), how can it be used for such...

How is the Cross-Reference in Section 176.170(a)(4) Interpreted?

In 21 CFR part 176.170, it is indicated that substances that can be safely used as component of uncoated or coated food contact surface of paper...

How Does FSMA Impact Food Packaging Manufacturers?

In FSMA, it is our understanding that if a "Food Facility" is registered, then the product in the "Food Facility" should be manufactured per the...