The Japan Food Research Laboratories (JFRL) is one of Japan’s most reputable and accredited testing institutions specializing in food safety, materials in contact with food, and environmental health science. This Food Packaging Certificate from JFRL verifies that a packaging material has undergone comprehensive laboratory testing to ensure compliance with Japanese safety standards for food-contact materials.
JFRL evaluates packaging based on strict chemical migration limits, material purity, and suitability for contact with various types of food. Testing typically includes:
- Overall and specific migration tests to ensure no harmful substances transfer from packaging into food.
- Heavy metal analysis (e.g., lead, cadmium).
- Volatile and residual chemical testing, including solvents and monomers.
- Plastic safety evaluations aligned with Japan’s Food Sanitation Act.
- Additional tests relevant to the packaging’s intended use, such as heat resistance, organoleptic (smell/taste) impact, or microbial cleanliness.
This JFRL Food Packaging Certificate assures that our products meet Japan’s high safety standards, strengthening their credibility for use in food processing, storage, and distribution—especially for regulated sectors such as airlines, export markets, and ready-to-eat food applications. This certification is widely respected across Asia and internationally, making it valuable for companies seeking to demonstrate rigorous safety validation of their packaging materials.