EN 12546-1:2000

Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Insulated containers for domestic use - Part 1: Specification for vacuum ware, insulated flasks and jugs

This Part of EN 12546 standard specifies requirements for vacuum ware and other insulated flasks, carafes, jugs, etc. for domestic use with food or drinks. This standard does not apply to containers for industrial or catering uses. It does not deal with the requirements for materials in contact with food which are defined by legislation already in existence.

Materialien und Gegenstände in Kontakt mit Lebensmitteln - Isolierbehälter zum Gebrauch im Haushalt - Teil 1: Spezifikation für Isoliergefäße, Isolierflaschen und -kannen

Diese Ausgabe der EN 12546 spezifiziert die Anforderungen an vakuumisolierte Gefäße und anders isolierte Flaschen, Krüge, Kannen, etc. für den Hausgebrauch mit Lebensmitteln oder Getränken. Dieser Standard gilt nicht für industrielle Gefäße oder Isoliergefäße im Catering-Einsatz. Dies gilt nicht für Materialien, die im Kontakt mit Lebensmitteln stehen, die bereits in einer existierenden Gesetzgebung definiert sind.

Matériaux et objets en contact avec les denrées alimentaires - Récipients isolants à usage domestique - Partie 1: Spécifications concernant les récipients isolants, bouteilles et carafes isolantes

Cette partie de l'EN 12546 précise les exigences que doivent remplir les récipients isolants avec vide ou bouteilles, carafes, tonnelets isolants, etc. à usage domestique destinés à contenir des denrées alimentaires ou des boissons. Cette norme ne s'applique pas aux récipients à usage industriel ou aux produits spécifiques pour l'hôtellerie et la restauration. Cette norme ne s'applique pas aux exigences pour les matériaux en contact avec les aliments définis par les législations existantes.

Materiali in predmeti v stiku z živili - Izolirane posode za domačo uporabo - 1. del: Podrobni opis za vakuumske posode, izolirane čutare in vrčke

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 18-Apr-2000
• ICS: 67.250 - Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 194 - Utensils in contact with food
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 194/WG 6 - Insulated containers for domestic use in contact with food
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 20-Jul-2022
• Completion Date: 11-Feb-2026
• Ref Project: SIST EN 12546-1:2001 - Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Insulated containers for domestic use - Part 1: Specification for vacuum ware, insulated flasks and jugs

Relations

• Corrected By: EN 12546-1:2000/AC:2005 - Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Insulated containers for domestic use - Part 1: Specification for vacuum ware, insulated flasks and jugs
• Effective Date: 22-Dec-2008

Overview

EN 12546-1:2000 is a European standard developed by CEN, focusing on materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs. This standard sets out specifications for insulated containers for domestic use, specifically addressing vacuum ware such as insulated flasks, thermos jugs, and carafes. The document ensures that these domestic insulated containers meet defined requirements to safely store food and beverages, maintaining temperature and hygiene without addressing broader food contact material regulations, which are covered by other legislations.

Key Topics

• Scope of Application: The standard applies solely to insulated containers designed for household use, distinguishing them from industrial or large-scale catering products.
• Types of Products Covered: Includes vacuum-insulated flasks, jugs, carafes, and similar household containers intended for storing hot or cold food and beverages.
• Specifications: Sets out manufacturing and design requirements to guarantee effective insulation, user safety, and suitability for domestic environments.
• Exclusions: Does not cover requirements for food contact material safety, which falls under relevant food safety legislation; nor does it include commercial or industrial insulated containers.

Applications

EN 12546-1:2000 is widely utilized in the design, development, and compliance verification of consumer insulated containers. Its applications include:

• Product Development: Manufacturers use the standard to guide the production of insulated flasks and jugs, ensuring products are fit for storing food and drinks at desired temperatures in domestic settings.
• Quality Assurance: Provides a clear benchmark for domestic insulated ware, supporting consistent product quality, durability, and safety.
• Consumer Safety: Ensures that containers do not adversely affect the food or drinks stored within, apart from food contact material-specific regulations.
• Market Access: Compliance with EN 12546-1:2000 is important for manufacturers selling insulated domestic containers within the European market, demonstrating adherence to recognized European standards and supporting product acceptance by retailers and consumers.

Related Standards

For a comprehensive approach to food safety and insulated container manufacturing, the following standards may also be relevant:

• EN 12546-2: Specification for other insulated containers intended for food storage, expanding coverage beyond domestic vacuum ware.
• EN 1186 Series: Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Plastics, providing requirements for specific food contact materials.
• ISO 22000: Food safety management systems, relevant for producers ensuring adequate food safety processes.
• Regional Legislation: National and European Union regulations on materials and articles in contact with food, addressing chemical safety and migration limits.

By following EN 12546-1:2000, manufacturers and suppliers in the food contact materials sector can deliver reliable, effective, and safe insulated containers for everyday domestic use, contributing to product quality and regulatory compliance across the European market.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Materialien und Gegenstände in Kontakt mit Lebensmitteln - Isolierbehälter zum Gebrauch im Haushalt - Teil 1: Spezifikation für Isoliergefäße, Isolierflaschen und -kannenMatériaux et objets en contact avec les denrées alimentaires - Récipients isolants a usage domestique - Partie 1: Spécifications concernant les récipients isolants, bouteilles et carafes isolantesMaterials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Insulated containers for domestic
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