Video: What’s Next for Food Contact Regulation?

Video: What’s Next for Food Contact Regulation?

From EU reform to FDA scrutiny - understand the forces shaping global food contact compliance

On-demand presentation with Dr Alistair Irvine

Food contact regulation is changing fast. Global supply chains are becoming more complex, sustainability expectations are rising, and regulators worldwide are increasing scrutiny. Decisions made beyond the immediate food contact space - from international trade policy to circular economy targets - are now directly influencing compliance obligations for packaging and materials.

In this on-demand presentation, Smithers’ Food Contact expert Dr Alistair Irvine explains what these developments mean in practice, and why the food contact community can no longer afford to view regulation in isolation.

In this presentation, you’ll hear about:
  • The role and purpose of food contact legislation
  • Big trends that will affect the industry over the next few years
  • EU moves toward completion of harmonised legislation
  • Current FDA issues and U.S. market considerations
  • Global fragmentation and partial alignment
  • Sustainability and circular economy pressures
  • International trade issues and supply-chain impacts

Who should watch?

This presentation is relevant for regulatory professionals, packaging developers, quality and safety managers, sourcing leaders, brand owners, converters, and material suppliers seeking clarity on where global food contact regulation is heading. 

Recorded in 2025

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