Food & Cosmetics 5 min

FCM - Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004

Guide to FCM - what it is, who it applies to, and how to ensure compliance.

What is FCM?

The Food Contact Materials Regulation governs materials and articles intended to come into contact with food.

Full title: Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 on materials and articles intended to come into contact with food

Type: Regulation | Category: Food & Cosmetics

Who does FCM apply to?

Manufacturers and importers of packaging, kitchen utensils, food production machinery and other FCM products.

Key requirements

Declaration of conformity, migration testing, traceability, good manufacturing practice (GMP) and positive lists of approved substances.

How Conphora helps

Conphora automatically monitors FCM and matches your products against the relevant requirements. The platform identifies gaps, generates documentation and keeps you up to date when the rules change.

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