An assessment of the influence of elevated hygiene hazards and quality management systems on the safety of laminated and unlaminated films employed in the food sector

Abstract

Packaging can be a major source of food contamination. To ensure the safety of the final packaging for the food industry, it is imperative to undertake a thorough assessment of potential contaminants that may come into contact with the food. This examination begins with evaluating the materials used in the production process of the packaging. To manufacture these packages for the food sector, the production units must comply with the first operating programs, develop a HACCP plan that conforms to the revised codex standards (which will take effect in 2023), and adopt IFS PACsecure (version 2, planned for 2023). The objective of this study is to assess the risks to the safety of laminated and unlaminated films utilized in the food business, in accordance with existing regulatory regulations and IFS Food Packing safety standards, within a food industry packaging manufacturing facility.