CEN/TC 194/WG 6 - Insulated containers for domestic use in contact with food

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.

This part of EN 12546 specifies requirements for portable domestic food and/or drink insulated containers such as boxes, chests and bags, intended to contain generally wrapped or packaged foods and/or drinks in their own containers. It d does not apply to insulated bags designed specifically for short term storage and transportation of frozen foods, containers fitted with a device for production or removal of heat, containers for industrial or catering uses, or insulated flasks and jugs. It does not deal with the requirements for materials in contact with food which are defined by legislation already in existence.

This standard specifies the requirements for sealed, non-refillable, re-usable cooler packs, also known as ice packs, intended for use with insulated domestic food containers. This standard is not applicable to thermal packs for the treatment of sports injuries or for use as hot water bottles. This standard does not deal with requirements for materials in contact with food, which are defined by existing regulations.

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.