EN 13130

Specific Migration

Testing protocols published under EN 13130 provide detailed instructions for quantifying specific chemical species such as terephthalic acid or vinyl chloride. Specimens undergo immersion or single-sided contact with food simulants like olive oil or ethanol mixtures under controlled time and temperature conditions. Analytical detection methods specified within the standard series include gas chromatography and mass spectrometry.

Calibration curves established using certified reference materials ensure precision when quantifying low milligram per kilogram concentration levels. Method validation requires establishing detection limits and recovery rates for each analyte matrix combination. Substrates passing specific migration thresholds satisfy safety criteria enforced across European Union member states.

Laboratories must document analytical performance parameters to validate compliance claims.

Analytical Verification

Official enforcement agencies inspect packaging compliance dossiers against the analytical requirements set out in published standards. The EN 13130 testing framework provides benchmark test methods recognized by global regulatory bodies and supply chain partners. Passing testing under these standardized methods permits food packaging distribution throughout the European market.

Technical reports generated under the standard form the core of legal declarations of compliance.