Migration Testing

Migration Testing for Food Packaging & Equipment

Migration Testing for Food Packaging & Equipment

Migration Testing is essential for ensuring that food products remain safe throughout processing, packaging, and storage. It evaluates whether harmful chemical substances migrate from food contact materials (FCMs)—such as packaging, utensils, or manufacturing equipment—into the food itself.

At Equinox Labs, our migration testing services help food businesses comply with regulatory limits and maintain product integrity. Whether you're using plastic packaging, industrial belts, or dining wares, we test for potential contamination and ensure your products are safe for consumption and market-ready.

Why Migration Testing Is Important?

Why Migration Testing Is Important?

Where Migration Occurs?

Where Migration Occurs?

Food Manufacturing Equipment

Belts, gaskets, lubricants — all must meet migration limits to avoid indirect contamination.

Food Preparation Wares

Everyday utensils like chopping boards, knives, and whisks can transfer chemicals if not compliant.

Food Packaging

Plastics, paperboard, and multilayer containers must be tested to verify long-term food safety.

Dining Wares

Plates, bowls, and cutlery used in institutional kitchens or pre-packaged meals may leach substances.

About Equinox

Why Choose Equinox Labs?

Why Choose Equinox Labs?

Equinox Labs is India’s leading FSSAI-notified and NABL-accredited testing and compliance partner, trusted by over 5,000 brands across industries. With more than years of expertise, we specialize in food, water, environment, and indoor air quality testing, helping businesses meet national and international safety standards with confidence.

From startups to large enterprises, Equinox supports organizations with end-to-end services including laboratory testing, audits, compliance certifications, and technical consultancy. Our advanced infrastructure and dedicated R&D team ensure fast, reliable, and audit-ready reports that drive trust, quality, and compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

It refers to the transfer of chemicals from packaging or equipment into food during contact.
It evaluates how much and what types of chemicals leach into food from materials used in packaging or handling.
To ensure that materials do not contaminate food beyond safe and legal limits, protecting consumer health.
It involves testing packaging and contact materials against standards set by the U.S. FDA for chemical migration.

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