Geneva (June 24, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 081.25, highlighting Denmark’s proposed update to its national legislation on food contact materials (FCMs), which is expected to come into effect on January 1, 2026.
The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (DVFA) recently completed public consultation on a Draft Executive Order on Food Contact Materials and Penal Provisions, aimed at aligning national requirements with EU regulations while also introducing stricter domestic controls for certain materials, including ceramics, enameled articles, glassware, paper and cardboard.
Key provisions include:
– New declaration of conformity (DoC) requirements for products placed on the market before retail
– Revised migration limits for lead and cadmium in ceramics and related articles
– Updated substance lists for regenerated cellulose films
– A ban on PFAS in paper and cardboard food contact articles, unless an effective barrier is in place
– Clear penalties for non-compliance, including fines and, in serious cases, imprisonment of up to two years
The draft regulation would replace Executive Order No. 681 (May 25, 2020) and includes transitional provisions allowing non-compliant products placed on the market before January 1, 2026, to remain available until stocks are exhausted.
SGS publishes SafeGuardS to help stakeholders stay informed of key regulatory developments. SafeGuardS 081.25 includes a summary table outlining the key provisions of the draft order, including lead and cadmium limit values for ceramics, enameled articles, and glassware.
Stakeholders are encouraged to consult the full SafeGuardS 081.25 for complete details.
SGS food contact material services
SGS’s technical experts have extensive experience of testing materials and articles in contact with food. They can ensure that your products meet the appropriate regulations for food contact materials and pave the way for compliance. SGS offers the full range of testing, including migration tests, along with expert advice on emerging regulations, compliance issues and documentation review. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS’s food contact material services.
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