Overview
SIST EN 602:2026 specifies the maximum allowable content of alloying elements and impurities in wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys intended for the fabrication of semi-finished products that will be made into articles coming into contact with foodstuff. The standard provides clear criteria for manufacturers and processors to ensure the chemical safety and suitability of aluminium materials used in food contact applications. It outlines procedures for demonstrating product conformity and references relevant legislative requirements, thus supporting safe consumer products and compliance within the European market.
Key Topics
Applications
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Food Packaging:
- Ensures aluminium sheets, foils, and containers used for packaging foods do not exceed regulated levels of potentially harmful elements.
- Supports compliance with EU food safety legislation for manufacturers and suppliers of food-grade packaging.
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Food Preparation and Storage:
- Applies to semi-finished aluminium products fabricated into cooking utensils, baking trays, kitchenware, and food storage vessels.
- Addresses the chemical suitability of materials exposed to various food types, temperatures, and processing conditions.
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Beverage and Dairy Industries:
- Guides the production of cans, bottle caps, closures, and related food-contact components from compliant aluminium alloys.
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Traceability and Certification:
- Enables manufacturers to document and demonstrate conformity by providing certification and supporting traceability throughout the supply chain.
Related Standards
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EN 573-3:
Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Chemical composition and form of wrought products – Part 3: Chemical composition
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EN 10204:
Metallic products - Types of inspection documents (includes certification requirements)
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EN 12258-1:
Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Terms and definitions - Part 1: General terms
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Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004:
EU regulation on materials and articles intended to come into contact with food
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Commission Regulation (EC) No 2023/2006:
Good manufacturing practice for food-contact materials
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Directive 94/62/EC and Directive (EU) 2018/852:
European regulations concerning packaging and packaging waste, with limits on hazardous substances.
SIST EN 602:2026 is essential for manufacturers, suppliers, and quality assurance professionals working with aluminium materials intended for food contact. Correct application of this standard ensures safety, regulatory compliance, and consumer confidence in aluminium food contact materials.