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    Packaging Requirements for FCM
    Hong Kong

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    1. Overview of Regulatory Standards of Food Contact Materials

    There is no specific Hong Kong (HK) legislation governing the use of food packaging materials. The below details the general requirements for all food.

    2. Regulatory Requirements on Food Contact Materials (Including Coatings & Materials)

    2.1 General Requirements

    There is no specific HK legislation governing the use of food packaging materials. However, the Public Health and Municipal Services Ordinance (Cap.132) [1] stipulates that all food offered for sale in Hong Kong must be fit for human consumption. Should the food be rendered unfit for human consumption due to a problematic container, it would be an offense to offer such food for sale.

    2.2 Specific Requirements per Type of Food Contact Materials

    Not applicable. Please refer to Section 8 of the guidebook on Alcoholic Beverages.

    3. References

    1. Public Health and Municipal Services Ordinance (Cap.132)

    https://www.elegislation.gov.hk/hk/cap132 


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