Analysis of AKD in food contact materials (FCM)
Dialkyl diketene dimers (AKD) are used in the paper industry to add hydrophobicity to paper. Unbound AKD can get hydrolyzed to dialkylketones, which can potentially migrate to fatty foods from food packaging.
This service is also relevant in: Pulp and paper, Chemical and biological analysis, Metrology
Service details
- Service
- Analysis of AKD in food contact materials (FCM)
- Standards
SS-EN 15519
- Price
- Price on tender
- Delivery time
2-4 weeks depending on the type of sample preparation.
Purpose
Dialkylketones have limitations according to BfR XXXVI.
Method
We offer analysis of dialkylketones from AKD in solvent extract according to SS-EN 15519.
We also offer analysis of dialkylketones from AKD in coffee and in coffee with milk. For analysis in other type of foods, send request.
Delivery
The results will be compiled in an analysis report.
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