Migration from Printing Inks


Since the food scare that developed from the discovery of the photo-initiator ITX (2-isopropylthioxanthone) in infant formula there has been a focus on migration of chemicals from printing inks, particularly photo-initiators and their decomposition products. Pira International has developed significant expertise in determination of traces of such chemicals and can help your company show compliance with both the GMP Regulation (EC) No 2023/2006 and the Framework Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004.

If any such chemicals are found we can give you advice on their toxicological impact enabling you to make rational decisions about product recalls.

Expert Profile

  • Alistair manages the Food Packaging Safety Section within Pira International. This involves advising clients on the safety legislation which applies to food packaging in a wide range of different countries throughout the world and coordinating work programmes to ensure that clients’ products meet these requirements.

    Alistair Irvine
    Alistair Irvine

    Principal Consultant, Food Contact Services

    Pira International

    44-1372 802176

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