Standard & market guideLFGB / BfRTTS / Product testing

Where it applies

Common for silicone, plastics, rubber, metals, ceramics, coatings and kitchenware for Germany; scope can include migration, volatile matter, peroxide value, sensory and material-specific tests.

What the evidence needs to show

  • Material identity and intended use determine applicable provisions
  • Sensory testing addresses unacceptable effects on food odour and taste
  • BfR recommendations are important technical references but must be read with current law

Build the evidence in this order

  1. Confirm material, colour and use conditions
  2. Identify EU and German requirements
  3. Define migration, sensory and material tests
  4. Review reports, declarations and labels

Common misunderstandings

  • Do not treat LFGB as one fixed test package for every material
  • A result may not represent use if simulants and conditions do not match the product

Official reference

German BVL: consumer products ↗

Confirm product-specific scope and the applicable edition with TTS before making a compliance decision.

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