Food hygiene - Production and dispense of hot beverages from hot beverage appliances - Hygiene requirements, migration test

This European Standard specifies hygiene requirements which establish prerequisites for production of hot beverages, such as coffee and coffee specialities, tea, cocoa and dairy beverages from hot beverage appliances for commercial and household use in conformity with the food hygiene regulations and for placing on the market. Appliances for self-service are within the scope of this standard.
For this purpose, this standard specifies general hygienic requirements for the construction, material and operation of the appliances concerned. It contains, in particular, requirements for hygienic and professional operation, for cleaning, disinfection and descaling as well as requirements for a migration test.
This European Standard applies to appliances before their entering on the market (new machines) and it also gives an informative Annex for appliances already in use (see Annex A).
This European Standard does not deal with any requirements relevant to work safety. This European Standard deals neither with electrical safety nor with performance requirements. EN 60335 2 15 and EN 60335 2 75 are used for commercially used appliances. Methods for measuring the performance of electric household coffee makers are provided in EN 60661.

Lebensmittelhygiene - Herstellung und Abgabe von Heißgetränken aus Heißgetränkebereitern - Hygieneanforderungen, Migrationsprüfung

Diese Europäische Norm legt Hygieneanforderungen fest, die die Voraussetzung schaffen, Heißgetränke, wie Kaffee- und Kaffeespezialitäten, Tee, Kakao und Milchgetränke, mit Heißgetränkebereitern für den gewerblichen und häuslichen Gebrauch in Übereinstimmung mit den lebensmittelhygienischen Vorschriften herzustellen und in den Verkehr zu bringen. Geräte zur Selbstbedienung sind in den Anwendungsbereich dieser Norm eingeschlossen.
Diese Norm legt zu diesem Zweck allgemeine hygienische Anforderungen an die Konstruktion, die Werkstoffe und das Betreiben der betroffenen Geräte fest. Sie enthält insbesondere Anforderungen zum hygienischen und fachgerechten Betrieb, zur Reinigung, Desinfektion und Entkalkung sowie Anforderungen an eine Migrationsprüfung.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt für Getränkebereiter (neue Maschinen) vor ihrem in Verkehr bringen auf dem Markt und enthält ferner einen informativen Anhang für in Gebrauch befindliche Getränkebereiter (siehe Anhang A).
Diese Europäische Norm behandelt keine arbeitssicherheitsrelevanten Anforderungen. Diese Europäische Norm behandelt weder elektrische Sicherheits- noch Gebrauchsanforderungen. Hierfür sind EN 60335-2-15 und EN 60335-2-75 für gewerblich genutzte Geräte anzuwenden. Die Verfahren zur Messung der Gebrauchseigenschaften elektrischer Haushalt-Kaffeebereiter sind in EN 60661 angegeben.

Hygiène alimentaire - Production et distribution de boissons chaudes par des appareils de préparation de boissons chaudes - Exigences sanitaires, essai de migration

La présente Norme européenne spécifie les exigences sanitaires qui établissent les préalables à la production de boissons chaudes, telles que le café et les spécialités à base de café, le thé, le cacao et les boissons lactées par des appareils de préparation de boissons chaudes à usage commercial et domestique conformément aux réglementations sanitaires, et à la mise sur le marché. Les distributeurs automatiques font partie du domaine d’application de la présente norme.
À cet égard, la présente norme spécifie les exigences sanitaires générales applicables à la conception, à la fabrication et au fonctionnement des appareils concernés. Elle contient notamment les exigences relatives aux bonnes pratiques professionnelles et d’hygiène pour le nettoyage, la désinfection et le détartrage des appareils ainsi que les exigences applicables à un essai de migration.
La présente Norme européenne s’applique aux appareils avant leur mise sur le marché (appareils neufs) et fournit également une Annexe informative pour les appareils en service (voir l’Annexe A).
La présente Norme européenne ne concerne pas les exigences applicables à la sécurité au travail. Elle ne contient ni exigences de sécurité électrique ni exigences de performance. Les normes EN 60335-2-15 et EN 60335-2-75 doivent être utilisées pour les appareils du commerce. L’EN 60661 décrit les méthodes de mesure de l’aptitude à la fonction des cafetières électriques à usage domestique.

Higiena živil - Priprava in dostava toplih napitkov iz naprav za tople napitke - Higienske zahteve, migracijski preskus

Ta evropski standard določa higienske zahteve kot predpogoj za proizvodnjo toplih napitkov, kot so kava in kavni napitki, čaj, kakav ter mlečni napitki iz naprav za tople napitke za komercialno in domačo uporabo v skladu s predpisi glede higiene živil ter za uvrščanje na trg. Ta standard zajema samopostrežne naprave.  
Za ta namen ta standard določa splošne higienske zahteve za izdelavo, material in delovanje zadevnih naprav. Vključuje zlasti zahteve za higiensko in strokovno delovanje, čiščenje, razkuževanje in odstranjevanje vodnega kamna, kot tudi zahteve za migracijski preskus.
Ta evropski standard se uporablja za naprave, ki še niso na voljo na trgu (nove naprave), in vključuje informativni dodatek za naprave, ki so že v uporabi (glej dodatek A).
Ta evropski standard ne obravnava zahtev glede varnosti pri delu. Ta evropski standard ne obravnava zahtev glede električne varnosti niti glede zmogljivosti. Za naprave za komercialno uporabo je treba uporabljati standarda EN 60335-2-15 in EN 60335-2-75. Metode za merjenje zmogljivosti električnih gospodinjskih aparatov za pripravo kave za domačo uporabo so podane v standardu EN 60661.

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
17-May-2016
Withdrawal Date
29-Nov-2016
ICS
67.020 - Processes in the food industry
 
67.260 - Plants and equipment for the food industry
 
97.040.50 - Small kitchen appliances
Technical Committee
CEN/SS C01 - Food products
Drafting Committee
CEN/SS C01 - Food products
Current Stage
9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
Start Date
29-Jun-2022
Completion Date
14-Apr-2025
Ref Project
SIST EN 16889:2016 - Food hygiene - Production and dispense of hot beverages from hot beverage appliances - Hygiene requirements, migration test

Overview

EN 16889:2016 - Food hygiene: Production and dispense of hot beverages from hot beverage appliances - Hygiene requirements, migration test (CEN) sets European hygiene prerequisites for hot beverage appliances used in commercial and household settings. It covers coffee (and coffee specialities), tea, cocoa and dairy-based drinks, including self‑service equipment. The standard defines construction, material and operational hygiene requirements and describes a specific migration test to verify that materials do not transfer harmful substances into beverages. EN 16889:2016 applies to new machines before market placement and includes an informative annex for appliances already in use.

Key topics and technical requirements

  • Hygienic construction and materials

    • Food-contact materials must meet legal food-contact requirements, be corrosion-resistant, not impart off‑taste/odour, and resist cleaning, disinfection and descaling agents.
    • Food-area surfaces must have appropriate surface quality, be abrasion-proof and temperature-resistant for intended use.
    • Joints in food areas must be liquid-tight; drainage must prevent retained liquids that could contaminate beverages.

  • Operational hygiene

    • Devices must be cleaned, disinfected and descaled according to manufacturer instructions; recommended agents must be used to ensure functionality and hygiene.
    • Water used for beverage preparation must reach a minimum of 65 °C during production.

  • Migration test (material transfer)

    • Manufacturers must perform migration testing (type test) to demonstrate no inadmissible release (e.g., lead, nickel) into beverages.
    • Test water composition, pH (7.5), hardness and storage conditions are specified; samples are taken after defined operating and static‑hold conditions (24 ±1 h).
    • Sample volumes and steam‑test procedures are specified (e.g., 120 ml sample, 1 000 ml if hydraulic system >1 000 ml); metal analysis requires acidification to 1 % HNO3.
    • If guideline values are exceeded, testing is repeated on three additional identical samples; the arithmetic mean of four results must not exceed guideline values and individual results must not exceed 150% of the guideline.

Applications and users

  • Appliance manufacturers: design, materials selection, type testing and documentation for market access.
  • Product designers and R&D: ensure hygienic construction and ease of cleaning/maintenance.
  • Test laboratories and conformity assessors: perform migration and hygiene verification tests.
  • Foodservice operators, vending and hospitality procurement: select compliant self‑service and commercial machines and apply correct cleaning/descaling regimes.
  • Regulatory and compliance teams: demonstrate conformity with EU food-contact and hygiene regulations.

Related standards

  • EN 1672‑2 (hygienic construction for food processing machinery)
  • EN 60335‑2‑15 and EN 60335‑2‑75 (electrical safety for household/commercial appliances)
  • EN 60661 (performance measurement for household coffee makers)
  • References relevant to food-contact material limits (SRL concept)

Keywords: EN 16889:2016, food hygiene, hot beverage appliances, migration test, cleaning, descaling, hygienic construction, self‑service vending, material migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

EN 16889:2016 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Food hygiene - Production and dispense of hot beverages from hot beverage appliances - Hygiene requirements, migration test". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies hygiene requirements which establish prerequisites for production of hot beverages, such as coffee and coffee specialities, tea, cocoa and dairy beverages from hot beverage appliances for commercial and household use in conformity with the food hygiene regulations and for placing on the market. Appliances for self-service are within the scope of this standard. For this purpose, this standard specifies general hygienic requirements for the construction, material and operation of the appliances concerned. It contains, in particular, requirements for hygienic and professional operation, for cleaning, disinfection and descaling as well as requirements for a migration test. This European Standard applies to appliances before their entering on the market (new machines) and it also gives an informative Annex for appliances already in use (see Annex A). This European Standard does not deal with any requirements relevant to work safety. This European Standard deals neither with electrical safety nor with performance requirements. EN 60335 2 15 and EN 60335 2 75 are used for commercially used appliances. Methods for measuring the performance of electric household coffee makers are provided in EN 60661.

This European Standard specifies hygiene requirements which establish prerequisites for production of hot beverages, such as coffee and coffee specialities, tea, cocoa and dairy beverages from hot beverage appliances for commercial and household use in conformity with the food hygiene regulations and for placing on the market. Appliances for self-service are within the scope of this standard. For this purpose, this standard specifies general hygienic requirements for the construction, material and operation of the appliances concerned. It contains, in particular, requirements for hygienic and professional operation, for cleaning, disinfection and descaling as well as requirements for a migration test. This European Standard applies to appliances before their entering on the market (new machines) and it also gives an informative Annex for appliances already in use (see Annex A). This European Standard does not deal with any requirements relevant to work safety. This European Standard deals neither with electrical safety nor with performance requirements. EN 60335 2 15 and EN 60335 2 75 are used for commercially used appliances. Methods for measuring the performance of electric household coffee makers are provided in EN 60661.

EN 16889:2016 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 67.020 - Processes in the food industry; 67.260 - Plants and equipment for the food industry; 97.040.50 - Small kitchen appliances. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Higiena živil - Priprava in dostava toplih napitkov iz naprav za tople napitke - Higienske zahteve, migracijski preskusLebensmittelhygiene - Herstellung und Abgabe von Heißgetränken aus Heißgetränkebereitern - Hygieneanforderungen, MigrationsprüfungHygiène alimentaire - Production et remise de boissons chaudes préparées par des producteurs de boissons chaudes - Exigences hygiéniquesFood hygiene - Production and dispense of hot beverages from hot beverage appliances - Hygiene requirements, migration test97.040.50Majhni gospodinjski aparatiSmall kitchen appliances67.160.01Beverages in generalICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16889:2016SIST EN 16889:2016en,fr,de01-julij-2016SIST EN 16889:2016SLOVENSKI
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Testing hot beverage machines already in use . 11 Bibliography . 12
1) This document is impacted by the amendments EN 60335-2-75:2004/A1:2005, EN 60335-2-75:2004/A2:2008, EN 60335-2-75:2004/A11:2006, and EN 60335-2-75:2004/A12:2010. SIST EN 16889:2016

Note 1 to entry: According to the Directorate for the Quality of Medicines and HealthCare of the Council of Europe (EDQM): Metals and alloys used in food contact materials and articles, Council of Europe, 2013 [1]. ISBN: 978–92–871–7703–2. 4 Requirements 4.1 General For the production and dispensation of hot beverages from hot beverage appliances to the user, the requirements for each relevant legal provision shall be conformed to.
NOTE In particular, the Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 [2], Regulation (EC) No 2023/2006 [3] and the applicable hygiene provisions (see bibliography) apply. To ensure this for the production and dispensation of hot beverages from hot beverage appliances, the following requirements shall be conformed to. 4.2 Proper handling of products a) Hot beverages shall be placed on the market by way of hot beverage appliances, so that they, under observation of the necessary care, are not exposed to adverse influences during processing, storage and distribution. Depending on product, each product-specific temperature shall be taken into account. b) Water for hot beverages from hot beverage appliances shall reach a minimum temperature of 65 °C over the course of the product preparation. 4.3 Equipment 4.3.1 Materials and surfaces Materials in the food area shall fulfil the following requirements: a) they shall correspond to the legal requirements; b) they shall not dispense any parts of materials into the beverage which are questionable in regards to health, odour or taste or are technically avoidable; c) they shall be corrosion-resistant. NOTE 1 Corrosion-resistant materials resist the usual chemical or electrochemical stresses. This includes production processes, cleaning and disinfection in accordance with the operating instructions. NOTE 2 For materials in the food area, Article 3 of Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 [2] applies. Materials in the food and splash area shall fulfil the following requirements: d) they shall demonstrate a surface quality which corresponds with the specific operational and hygienic requirements; e) they shall be abrasion-proof in correspondence with the intended application; SIST EN 16889:2016

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Die EN 16889:2016 stellt einen bedeutenden Standard im Bereich der Lebensmittelhygiene dar, insbesondere für die Produktion und Ausgabe von Heißgetränken aus entsprechenden Geräten. Der Umfang des Standards umfasst sowohl den gewerblichen als auch den privaten Gebrauch von Heißgetränkeautomaten, was seine Relevanz für eine breite Nutzerbasis unterstreicht. Eine der bemerkenswertesten Stärken dieser Norm sind die klar definierten Hygieneanforderungen, die grundlegende Voraussetzungen für die Produktion von Heißgetränken wie Kaffee, Tee, Kakao und Milchgetränken festlegen. Diese Anforderungen gewährleisten, dass die entsprechenden Geräte konstruktiv und funktional so gestaltet sind, dass sie den hohen Anforderungen der Lebensmittelhygiene gerecht werden. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die detaillierte Spezifikation zu den hygienischen Betriebsabläufen, die Reinigung, Desinfektion und Entkalkung der Geräte umfasst. Damit wird sichergestellt, dass die Produkte nicht nur qualitativ hochwertig, sondern auch gesundheitlich unbedenklich sind. Ein weiterer wichtiger Aspekt ist der Migrations-Test, der im Standard festgelegt ist. Dieser Test ist entscheidend, um sicherzustellen, dass keine gesundheitsschädlichen Substanzen aus den Materialien der Geräte in die Heißgetränke übergehen, was für die Lebensmittelsicherheit von großer Bedeutung ist. Ein informatives Annex gibt Hinweise für bereits im Einsatz befindliche Geräte, was einen zusätzlichen praktischen Nutzen für Betreiber darstellt, die ihre bestehenden Geräte hinsichtlich der Hygieneanforderungen bewerten möchten. Es ist wichtig zu beachten, dass der Standard nicht auf die Arbeitssicherheit oder die elektrotechnischen Sicherheitsanforderungen eingeht, da diese in anderen Normen wie EN 60335-2-15 und EN 60335-2-75 behandelt werden. Daher ist die EN 16889:2016 spezifisch auf die hygienischen Aspekte der Geräte fokussiert, was sie zu einem unverzichtbaren Dokument für Hersteller und Betreiber von Heißgetränkeautomaten macht. Durch die Einhaltung der Vorgaben der EN 16889:2016 können Anbieter sicherstellen, dass ihre Produkte den gesetzlichen Vorschriften entsprechen und gleichzeitig das Vertrauen der Verbraucher in die Sicherheit und Qualität ihrer Heißgetränke stärken.

La norme EN 16889:2016 est une référence essentielle dans le domaine de l'hygiène alimentaire, spécifiquement centrée sur la production et la distribution de boissons chaudes à partir d'appareils de boissons chaudes. Elle définit des exigences sanitaires claires et précises qui sont cruciales tant pour les professionnels que pour les utilisateurs domestiques, garantissant ainsi la conformité avec les réglementations en matière d'hygiène alimentaire. L'un des principaux atouts de cette norme réside dans son champ d'application étendu, couvrant divers types de boissons chaudes, y compris le café, les spécialités à base de café, le thé, le cacao et les boissons lactées. Elle intègre également des appareils de libre-service, ce qui démontre sa pertinence dans le contexte actuel des services alimentaires, où la commodité et l'hygiène sont primordiales. La norme établit des exigences générales relatives à l'hygiène qui concernent la construction, les matériaux et l'exploitation des appareils, ce qui est fondamental pour assurer une production sécurisée et hygiénique. Elle met également l'accent sur des aspects critiques tels que l'opération hygiénique, le nettoyage, la désinfection et le détartrage, ainsi que des modalités pour réaliser un test de migration. Ces points renforcent la sécurité du consommateur et la qualité des boissons servies. De plus, l'Annexe informative fournie pour les appareils déjà en service constitue une ressource précieuse pour les exploitants, leur permettant de se conformer aux exigences de la norme même si leurs équipements sont déjà en usage, assurant ainsi une transition harmonieuse vers des pratiques plus sûres. En revanche, il est important de noter que cette norme ne traite pas des exigences de sécurité au travail, ni de la sécurité électrique ou des exigences de performance, lesquelles sont couvertes par d'autres normes spécifiques comme les EN 60335 2 15 et EN 60335 2 75. Cela permet aux professionnels de se référer aux spécifications appropriées tout en utilisant cette norme comme fondement pour l'hygiène. En somme, EN 16889:2016 se révèle être un document normatif complet et pertinent, crucial pour toute entité impliquée dans la production et la distribution de boissons chaudes, alliant à la fois rigueur et praticité pour garantir des pratiques d'hygiène irréprochables.

SIST EN 16889:2016は、食品衛生に関する重要な欧州標準を規定しており、特にホット飲料の生産と提供に関連する衛生要件に焦點を当てています。この標準は、商業用途および家庭用のホット飲料機器からコーヒー、ティー、ココア、乳製品飲料を製造するための前提条件を確立するもので、食品衛生規制に従ったマーケットへの出荷を前提としています。 この標準の範囲は、自己サービス用の機器も含んでおり、これによって幅広い消費者に対応可能な衛生的な製品の提供が促進されます。特に、機器の構築、素材、および運用に関する一般的な衛生要件を定めており、商業環境でも家庭環境でも、一貫した基準に基づく運用が求められます。 SIST EN 16889:2016の強みは、清掃、消毒、スケール除去といった衛生的かつ専門的な運用に関連する具体的な要件が含まれている点にあります。これにより、製品の安全性と消費者の健康が確保されることにつながります。また、移行テストの要件を設けることで、実際の使用条件下での機器の衛生状態を評価するための基準を提供しています。 新機器が市場に投入される前に適用されるこの標準は、使用中の機器に対しても情報的な付録（附属書A）を通じて指針を与えており、古い機器の衛生状態を評価するための参考に役立つ点が重要です。 ただし、この標準は作業安全や電気的安全性、性能要件に関する規定を含まれていないことも留意すべき点です。これらはEN 60335 2 15やEN 60335 2 75によって扱われており、特に商業用機器に関してはこれらの基準が適用されます。家庭用コーヒーメーカーの性能測定にはEN 60661が用いられるため、飲料機器の性能に対する理解も促進されます。 全体を通じて、SIST EN 16889:2016は、ホット飲料を提供する上での衛生的な基準を確立し、消費者の健康を守るために非常に重要かつ関連性の高い文書であると言えます。

The EN 16889:2016 standard offers a comprehensive framework for ensuring food hygiene in the production and dispense of hot beverages from hot beverage appliances. Covering a broad scope, this European Standard specifically outlines the hygiene requirements necessary for preparing various hot beverages, including coffee, tea, cocoa, and dairy drinks, whether for commercial or household use. One of its significant strengths lies in its clear delineation of prerequisites for compliance with food hygiene regulations, ensuring that products can be safely placed on the market. The standard emphasizes the importance of hygiene throughout the construction, materials, and operation of hot beverage appliances. It specifies vital hygienic requirements that address not only the design and functionality of these appliances but also the protocols for hygienic operation, cleaning, disinfection, and descaling. This thorough approach effectively supports users in maintaining optimal hygiene practices across different settings, including self-service environments. Moreover, the inclusion of requirements for a migration test substantiates the standard's focus on consumer safety, reinforcing its relevance to manufacturers and operators alike. By mandating rigorous testing for potential harmful substances migrating from materials into hot beverages, the standard assures the end consumers of the safety and quality of the beverages prepared with these appliances. The informative Annex A offers additional guidance for appliances that are already in use, which is particularly beneficial for stakeholders looking to enhance existing hygiene practices without the need for overhauling existing equipment. However, it is essential to note that this standard does not address work safety, electrical safety, or performance requirements, directing users to complementary standards such as EN 60335-2-15 and EN 60335-2-75 for commercial appliances, and EN 60661 for performance measures of electric household coffee makers. Overall, EN 16889:2016 stands out as a pivotal standard that promotes high hygiene standards in the production and dispense of hot beverages, ensuring that both businesses and consumers can rely on the safety and quality of their hot beverage experiences. Its detailed focus on hygienic requirements, underpinned by rigorous testing methodologies, underscores its significance in the food hygiene landscape.

SIST EN 16889:2016 표준은 식품 위생에 관한 중요한 기준으로, 상업용 및 가정용 핫 음료 기기에서 커피, 차, 코코아 및 유제품 음료의 생산과 배급에 대한 위생 요구사항을 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 식품 위생 규정을 준수하며 시장에 출시하기 위한 사전 요건을 제공하여 핫 음료의 안전성을 보장하는 데 기여합니다. EN 16889:2016의 주요 강점 중 하나는 기기의 구성, 재료 및 운영을 위한 일반적인 위생 요구 사항을 명확히 규정한다는 점입니다. 이는 사용자들이 기기를 올바르게 설치하고 운영할 수 있도록 돕고, 청소, 소독 및 석회 제거와 같은 위생적인 운영 절차에 관한 구체적인 요구사항을 포함하여 음료의 품질을 유지하도록 지원합니다. 또한, 이 표준은 새로 시장에 나오는 기기에 적용되며, 이미 사용 중인 기기들에 대한 정보를 제공하는 부록도 포함되어 있어 다양한 사용자에게 유용한 참고 자료가 됩니다. 특히, EN 16889:2016은 자가 서비스 기기에 대해서도 적용되므로, 커피숍이나 레스토랑과 같은 상업적인 환경에서 자주 사용되는 기기의 위생 관리에 대한 기준을 명확히 하고 있습니다. 이러한 강점 덕분에 이 표준은 핫 음료 기기 사용자들이 위생적으로 음료를 생산하고 제공하기 위한 필수 사항들을 따를 수 있게 도와줍니다. 마지막으로, EN 16889:2016은 작업 안전성, 전기 안전성, 성능 요구 사항에 대한 규정은 포함하지 않으며, 이는 오히려 다른 관련 표준인 EN 60335 2 15와 EN 60335 2 75에서 다루어집니다. 이러한 구분을 통해 각 표준이 그 자체의 목적에 집중할 수 있는 기반을 마련하고 있습니다.