Paper and board intended to come into contact with foodstuffs - Conditions for determination of migration from paper and board using modified polyphenylene oxide (MPPO) as a simulant

This European Standard specifies a method to assess the transfer or migration of specific volatile and semivolatile substances from paper and board. This test method is developed for paper and board intended to come in contact with dry, non fatty foodstuffs and paper and board for baking purposes. In the last case the modified polyphenylenoxide (MPPO) can be seen as a substitute simulant for fatty contact.
NOTE   MPPO can also be seen as a substitute simulant for olive oil.

Papier und Pappe vorgesehen für den Kontakt mit Lebensmitteln - Voraussetzungen für die Bestimmung des Übergangs von Papier und Pappe durch die Anwendung von modifizierten Polyphenylenoxiden (MPPO) als ein Simulanz

Diese Europäische Norm beschreibt ein Prüfverfahren zur Bestimmung des Übergangs oder der Migration flüchtiger oder halbflüchtiger Anteile aus Papieren und Pappen. Dieses Prüfverfahren wurde für Papiere und Pappen entwickelt, die für den Kontakt mit trockenen, nicht fettenden Lebensmitteln vorgesehen sind sowie für Papiere und Pappen für Backzwecke. Im letzteren Fall kann das modifizierte Polyphenylenoxid (MPPO) als Ersatzprüflebensmittel für Fettkontakt angesehen werden.

Papier et carton destinés à être en contact avec des denrées alimentaires - Conditions de détermination de la migration dans les papiers et cartons en utilisant comme solvant simulateur de l'oxyde de polyphénylène modifié (MPPO)

La présente Norme européenne décrit une méthode d'essai permettant de déterminer le transfert ou la migration des composants volatiles et semi-volatiles spécifiques des papiers et cartons. La présente méthode d'essai est élaborée pour les papiers et cartons destinés à être en contact avec des denrées alimentaires sèches, non grasses, ainsi que pour les papiers et cartons destinés à être utilisés à des fins de cuisson. Dans le dernier cas, l'oxyde de polyphénylène modifié (MPPO) peut être considéré comme un solvant simulateur de substitution dans le cas d'un contact gras.
NOTE   Le MPPO peut également être considéré comme un solvant simulateur de substitution pour l'huile d'olive.

Papir, karton in lepenka, namenjeni neposrednemu stiku z živili – Pogoji za določevanje migracij iz papirja, kartona in lepenke z uporabo spremenjenega polifenilen oksida (MPPO) kot modelne raztopine

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
16-Dec-2003
ICS
67.250 - Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs
Technical Committee
CEN/TC 172 - Pulp, paper and board
Drafting Committee
CEN/TC 172/WG 3 - Analytical methods for the assessment of paper and board in contact with foodstuffs
Current Stage
9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
Start Date
12-Nov-2024
Completion Date
14-Apr-2025
Ref Project
SIST EN 14338:2004 - Paper and board intended to come into contact with foodstuffs - Conditions for determination of migration from paper and board using modified polyphenylene oxide (MPPO) as a simulant

Overview

EN 14338:2003 defines a standardized laboratory method to assess the migration of volatile and semi-volatile substances from paper and board intended to come into contact with foodstuffs. The method uses modified polyphenylene oxide (MPPO, trade name Tenax®) as an adsorbent simulant. It is developed primarily for materials used with dry, non‑fatty foods and for baking papers, where MPPO can act as a substitute simulant for fatty contact (notably olive oil).

Key topics and requirements

  • Scope: Migration testing for paper and board used with dry non‑fatty foodstuffs and for baking applications; MPPO may substitute for fatty simulants (including olive oil).
  • Test specimen: Cut samples of 1 dm² (112 mm diameter circular sample) and test in duplicate.
  • MPPO (Tenax®): Use 60–80 mesh MPPO, a high‑molecular‑weight porous polymer (note: new commercial MPPO can contain extractable impurities).
  • Pre‑use cleaning: MPPO must be purified by Soxhlet extraction with acetone for 6 hours, solvent evaporation, then heating (160 °C for 6 h).
  • Test assembly: Place ~4 g MPPO evenly on the specimen in a covered Petri dish assembly; ensure the food-contact side faces the MPPO if surfaces differ.
  • Temperature/time: Heat in a conventional oven under selected time–temperature conditions (maximum applicable test temperature 175 °C) following intended use guidance (see EN 1186‑1 for selection of conditions).
  • Extraction and analysis: Recover MPPO after exposure, extract with organic solvents (acetone, acetonitrile, diethyl ether, pentane, methanol are listed) and analyze extracts using appropriate analytical techniques to quantify migrated components.
  • Expression of results: Report as milligrams per square decimetre (mg/dm²) for the area covered by MPPO.
  • Reporting requirements: Include sample identification, exposure conditions, deviations, individual results and mean values, and relevant comments.

Practical applications and users

  • Manufacturers of paper and board for food packaging (including baking papers) use EN 14338 to evaluate product safety and formulation changes.
  • Testing laboratories and quality control departments apply the method to demonstrate migration limits and to support compliance.
  • Regulatory bodies and conformity assessors reference the standard when reviewing migration data for food-contact materials.
  • R&D teams assessing alternative coatings, inks or additives use MPPO testing to screen for volatile/semi‑volatile transfer under realistic thermal conditions.

Related standards

  • EN 1186‑1:2002 - Guide to selection of conditions and test methods for overall migration.
  • EN 1186‑13:2002 - Test method for overall migration at high temperatures.

Keywords: EN 14338:2003, MPPO, Tenax, migration testing, paper and board, food contact materials, baking paper, olive oil simulant.

Frequently Asked Questions

EN 14338:2003 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Paper and board intended to come into contact with foodstuffs - Conditions for determination of migration from paper and board using modified polyphenylene oxide (MPPO) as a simulant". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a method to assess the transfer or migration of specific volatile and semivolatile substances from paper and board. This test method is developed for paper and board intended to come in contact with dry, non fatty foodstuffs and paper and board for baking purposes. In the last case the modified polyphenylenoxide (MPPO) can be seen as a substitute simulant for fatty contact. NOTE MPPO can also be seen as a substitute simulant for olive oil.

This European Standard specifies a method to assess the transfer or migration of specific volatile and semivolatile substances from paper and board. This test method is developed for paper and board intended to come in contact with dry, non fatty foodstuffs and paper and board for baking purposes. In the last case the modified polyphenylenoxide (MPPO) can be seen as a substitute simulant for fatty contact. NOTE MPPO can also be seen as a substitute simulant for olive oil.

EN 14338:2003 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 67.250 - Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.HPHQMHQHJDPapier und Pappe vorgesehen für den Kontakt mit Lebensmitteln - Voraussetzungen für die Bestimmung des Übergangs von Papier und Pappe durch die Anwendung von modifizierten Polyphenylenoxiden (MPPO) als ein SimulanzPapier et carton destinés a etre en contact avec des denrées alimentaires - Conditions de détermination de la migration dans les papiers et cartons en utilisant comme solvant simulateur de l'oxyde de polyphénylene modifié (MPPO)Paper and board intended to come into contact with foodstuffs - Conditions for determination of migration from paper and board using modified polyphenylene oxide (MPPO) as a simulant85.060Papir, karton in lepenkaPaper and board67.250Materiali in predmeti v stiku z živiliMaterials and articles in contact with foodstuffsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14338:2003SIST EN 14338:2004en01-februar-2004SIST EN 14338:2004SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 14338December 2003ICS 67.250English versionPaper and board intended to come into contact with foodstuffs -Conditions for determination of migration from paper and boardusing modified polyphenylene oxide (MPPO) as a simulantPapiers et cartons destinés à être en contact avec desdenrées alimentaires - Conditions de détermination de lamigration des papiers et cartons en utilisant de l'oxyde depolyphénylène modifié (MPPO) comme solvant simulateurPapier und Pappe vorgesehen für den Kontakt mitLebensmitteln - Voraussetzungen für die Bestimmung desÜbergangs von Papier und Pappe durch die Anwendungvon modifizierten Polyphenylenoxiden (MPPO) als einSimulanzThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 3 November 2003.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and UnitedKingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2003 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 14338:2003: ESIST EN 14338:2004
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