Overall migration rapid tests, alternative simulants or substitute tests

Substitution for food simulants according to Regulation EU 10/2011: In screening for total migration, food simulants may be substituted if, based on scientific evidence, the substitute food simulants overestimate migration compared to the regulated food simulants. Rapid tests are carried out, for example, with the solvents isooctane (for testing non-polar materials such as polyolefins) or 95 % ethanol (for testing polar materials such as PET). Test conditions freely configurable according to DIN EN 1186/Directive 97/48/EC alternative simulants and rapid tests with e.g. isooctane, 95 % ethanol.

In short — AI-generated

The overall migration rapid test is used to determine the migration of substances from packaging materials into food simulants. This test is performed using alternative simulants such as isooctane or 95% ethanol, which are chosen based on the type of packaging material being tested. The test conditions can be configured according to various standards, including DIN EN 1186 and Directive 97/48/EC.

The resulting value from the overall migration rapid test indicates the total amount of substances that have migrated from the packaging material into the food simulant. This value is used to determine whether the packaging material meets the regulatory requirements for food contact materials. The test results are used by packaging developers and buyers to ensure the safety and compliance of their packaging materials.

Text is AI-generated; based on test method data curated and verified by Innoform.

Test Method Group: Overall migration Sensory analysis

Norms:

DIN EN 1186-3 (2022-10, accredited, Flex B, Modification: Standardised test area for pouches; test method also includes cells at temperatures > 70 °C) Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Plastics - Part 3: Test methods for overall migration in evaporable simulants
JRC 77515 (2012) Development of a harmonised method for specific migration into the new simulant for dry foods established in Regulation 10/2011
DIN EN 1186-13 (2002-12, accredited, Flex B, Modification: Standardised test area for bags; test method also includes cells at temperatures > 70 °C) Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Plastics - Part 13: Test methods for overall migration at high temperatures
DIN EN 1186-1 (2002-07, accredited, Flex B) Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Plastics - Part 1: Guide to the selection of conditions and test methods for overall migration
DIN EN 14338 (2004-03, accredited, Flex B) Paper and board intended to come into contact with foodstuffs – Conditions for determination of migration from paper and board using modified polyphenylene oxide (MPPO) as a simulant

Required Sample Amount: 10 x DIN A4 per simulant (please label the food-contact side) or 20 containers, packed in aluminium foil

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