Food Packaging and Container Testing

Author: Wu Guohua et al.
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Publishing Date: 2006-03-01
Features: The use and testing of food packaging materials and containers are closely related to human health. This book starts from the material science and packaging manufacturing related to food packaging materials and containers, and provides a detailed and comprehensive introduction to the testing techniques, methods, management regulations, and hygiene standards of packaging materials such as paper and paper products, ceramic and enamel products, metal products, and polymer materials. The content of this book is rich, scientifically rigorous, and highly practical. It can be used by food packaging production or testing and supervision personnel, and is also a reference for technical personnel engaged in food safety testing.
[Preface] With the development of science, people have become increasingly concerned about food safety. In recent years, frequent food safety incidents worldwide have highlighted the importance of food safety, as it directly affects the interests of everyone on Earth. Therefore, governments and international organizations have placed greater emphasis on food safety than ever before. At the same time, food safety is closely related to all aspects of human life, national security, social stability, economic development, and trade. Food packaging materials and containers are an important component of food safety. In recent years, food safety incidents caused by packaging have occurred from time to time, significantly impacting people's lives. The emergence of food packaging safety issues is due to several factors: some manufacturers produce packaging materials and containers in an unstandardized manner, with relatively backward production processes and poor quality management; national hygiene standards for food packaging are relatively outdated; and there are certain misconceptions about food packaging safety, leading to inadequate supervision. Additionally, testing technology and levels lag behind societal needs and are not adapted to the development of new materials and technologies in food packaging. These factors have contributed to the occurrence of food packaging safety incidents and hidden risks in food safety.
The testing of food packaging materials and containers is a crucial technical foundation for ensuring food safety. Its development evolves with societal and scientific advancements. The guiding principle behind the writing of this book is to gather as much information as possible on the techniques, methods, standards, and management regulations related to the testing of food packaging materials and containers. The book aims to be practical, and if it provides some reference and inspiration for those involved in food safety, it will be a great encouragement and comfort to all the authors.
The book is divided into five chapters. Chapter 1 was written by Wu Guohua, Chapters 2, 3, and 4 were written by Xue Ying, and Chapter 5 was written by Liu Weidong. The entire book was edited by Wu Guohua. During the writing process, this book received strong support and assistance from leaders and colleagues at the Beijing Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Gratitude is expressed to them here. At the same time, the authors referred to a large amount of literature during the writing process and are also grateful to the authors of the cited materials. Due to the limited expertise of the authors, there may be inaccuracies in the book, and the authors sincerely welcome criticism and corrections from experts and readers.