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How Can Metal Food-Contact Articles be Marketed under the Principle of Mutual Recognition?

In your Nov 7, 2013 article, "EDQM Publishes Updated Technical Guide on Food-Contact Metals," it states that the use of food-contact metals "must...

Does French BPA Ban Apply to Coatings on Outside of Package?

Does the French ban of BPA in all packaging, containers, and utensils intended to be used in direct contact with food, effective January 1, 2015...

How is PVC Packaging Material Regulated in Europe?

Is there currently a ban on polyvinyl chloride (PVC) packaging material in the European Community? What is an appropriate replacement for...

What are the Requirements for BPA in France?

Is BPA is still under scrutiny and banned in France? Are other Bisphenol type materials (e.g., BPF) regulated or going to be under pressure...

What are the Requirements in Europe for Closure Liners Intended to Package Pharmaceuticals?

Is European Pharmacopeia compliance required for closure liners which may be used for pharmaceuticals in the EU?

What are the Country of Origin Requirements for Products Manufactured in Europe?

I was thinking of importing gifts made in Hungary to the U.S. On my package, do I have to write "Made in Hungary" or can "Made in the EU" suffice...