The landscape of Food Contact Materials (FCM) in the EU continues to evolve, and the recent publication of Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/245 (amending Annex I of 10/2011) marks another critical step for the industry. If you are used to seeing the “Restrictions and Specifications” column in Annex I as mostly empty, it’s time to look again. This update demonstrates a clear trend: that last column …
We are pleased to announce that J.S. Hamilton Poland laboratories have successfully completed the DRRR Proficiency Testing programme conducted for Plastics Recyclers Europe (PRE): “Contaminants in recycled plastic material – Phase 2 (RVEP 259599)”. Successful completion of both proficiency testing rounds resulted in J.S. Hamilton being included on the list of laboratories accepted by Plastics …
May we send our best wishes and seasonal greetings to all of our Customers and Business Partners, with the hope the coming year 2026 bring you and your loved ones good health, happiness and many joyful moments.
When it comes to requirements for materials and articles intended to come into contact with food (FCM), understanding key concepts is of fundamental importance. Consumer safety depends on accurate risk assessment, which requires distinguishing between terms that are often confused. In this article, we will explain the difference between overall and specific migration, as defined …
On the occasion of Easter, we would like to extend our best wishes to all our customers and business partners. May this time be full of peace, joy and inspiration for new challenges!
May we send best wishes and seasonal greeting to all our Customers and Business Partners, together with prosperity and good health for everyone and their families in 2025.
The Truth in Packaging: Let’s Talk About Facts Conference organised by the packaging and consumer products research industry laboratory J.S. Hamilton Poland is behind us. The event took place on 17 October 2024 in Ozarow Mazowiecki and brought together experts from the packaging industry. Our key strength was the substantive value of the presentations, while …
The J.S. Hamilton Laboratory kindly invites you to the international* conference entitled: The Truth in Packaging: LET’S TALK ABOUT FACTS, which will take place on October 17 2024, at the MCC Mazurkas Conference Centre & Hotel in Ozarów Mazowiecki (near Warsaw, Poland). We would like to invite you to the new edition of our event, …
MOSH/MOAH MINERAL OILS Mineral oils are mixtures of liquid hydrocarbons containing MOAH extended aromatic rings and MOSH extended aliphatic and cyclic chains. The entire group can be called mineral oils hydrocarbons MOH. Mineral oils accumulate in many internal organs and can lead to damage to the liver, heart valve and lymph nodes. They are also …
Wondering if your infant and child products are safe? Not sure which tests are necessary and which labels to use on toy packaging? The experts at J.S. Hamilton will dispel your doubts! On 22-24 February 2023, J.S. Hamilton Experts participated in the 13th KIDS’ TIME International Fair for Toys and Maternal and Child Articles. Participation …
The 13th KIDS’ TIME International Fair for Toys and Maternal and Child Articles will already take place on 22-24.02.2023. “It’s one of the largest events of this type in the world, thus many exhibitors resolve to premiere their products here. Therefore KIDS’ TIME has been a must-see and must-attend event in the business calendars of …
Each of the products is unique. It has certain features, properties and the idea of being present on the market. A manufacturer looking for unusual solutions, fitting in with the current trends (or setting them), aims to gain a market advantage and increase its sales. He looks for uniqueness and wants to stand out. …
The FACHPACK European Trade Fair for Packaging, Technology and Processing in Nuremberg will take place in September 27-29, 2022. „FACHPACK is one of the main events in Europe for companies that produce and use packaging. It has been held in Nuremberg for over 40 years. The packaging fair provides a compact but comprehensive insight …