Which plastics are safe?
In industries that rely heavily on material safety, such as food packaging, medical devices, and consumer electronics, "which plastics are safe" is becoming one of the most concerned issues for global manufacturers and purchasers.
The safety of plastics is not only related to consumer health, but also directly affects the compliance risks and product market access of enterprises. In this context, as a supplier with 24 years of experience in international trade of plastic raw materials, Juyuan hopes to help you sort out the standards, types, selection ideas and industry trends of "safe plastics" through this article.

Which plastics are safe
01 | Core judgment criteria for safe plastics
The so-called "safe plastics" do not refer to a universal plastic, but to materials that meet safety regulations and chemical stability requirements in specific application scenarios. The following are common judgment dimensions:
・Food contact safety (such as compliance with FDA, GB 4806, EU 10/2011)
・Medical contact safety (such as USP Class VI, ISO 10993)
・Does not contain high-concern substances such as BPA and phthalates
・Does not release harmful migrants under high temperature, acid, alkali or ultraviolet conditions
With traceability and third-party certification
02 | In-depth analysis of common safe plastic types
Material | Abbreviation | Key Features | Application | Compliance |
Polypropylene | PP | Heat-resistant, chemically inert | Microwaveable foodware, medical tools | FDA, REACH, RoHS |
High-Density Polyethylene | HDPE | Stable, tough, non-toxic | Bottles, pharma packaging, tanks | Food-grade approved |
Polyethylene Terephthalate | PET | Transparent, lightweight, recyclable | Beverage bottles, trays | FDA & EU food contact |
BPA-Free Polycarbonate | BPA-free PC | Optical clarity, high impact strength | Baby bottles, electronics | Must be BPA-free |
Polylactic Acid | PLA | Biodegradable, plant-based | Eco packaging, disposables | Compostable standard |
Low-Density Polyethylene | LDPE | Flexible, moisture barrier | Wrap films, food bags | Generally food-safe |
Note: some engineering plastics that have been modified with flame retardant, UV resistance, and antistatic properties, such as specific grades of polycarbonate granules, can also be used as safe materials in the electronics, electrical appliances, medical and other industries.
03 | How to Choose the Right Safe Plastic Granule for Your Application
Application | Recommended Granule | Key Requirements | Safety Tips |
---|---|---|---|
Hot-fill containers | PET, PP | Thermal resistance | Use certified food-grade |
Baby products | BPA-free PC, PP | High clarity, non-toxicity | Ensure BPA-free declaration |
Disposable medical | Medical PP, HDPE | Sterilization-safe | Look for USP Class VI compliance |
Cosmetics packaging | PE, PETG | Chemically inert, aesthetic | Choose airtight, stable grades |
Outdoor electronics | UV PC granule | Weatherability, flame rating | Meet RoHS & UV aging tests |
04 | Global regulatory trends for "safe plastics"
With the improvement of consumer safety awareness and stricter regulations, "safe plastics" are becoming the focus of policy attention in various countries:
・EU: Restrict the use of high-concern materials such as BPA, PS, and PVC in food contact areas
・US FDA: Continuously update the list of 21 CFR food contact materials
・China: The new version of the "GB 4806" series of standards has covered all plastics in contact with food
・Southeast Asia and South American markets: Gradually align with RoHS, REACH, and FDA standards
For plastic raw material particle traders and brand manufacturers, choosing materials that meet global standards has become a basic threshold.
05 | Juyuan: Not only raw materials, but also a professional supporter of compliance and application
As a supplier focusing on international trade in plastic raw materials, Juyuan has always used "traceability, safety, and implementability" as its product selection criteria, and its services cover customers in multiple industries around the world.
The product range we supply includes but is not limited to:
・BPA-free polycarbonate granules: used for optical products, baby products, electrical housings, etc.
・Food contact grade PP, PE granules: with multiple compliance documents of FDA, EU, GB
・Engineering plastic modified granules: including flame retardant, UV resistance and other functional requirements
・Customized material recommendations and compliance guidance: COA, MSDS, RoHS, REACH and other documents can be provided
We not only supply granules, but also provide customers with one-stop services from material selection, processing adaptation to regulatory consultation.
📞 Contact Juyuan
If you are looking for reliable, safe and internationally compliant plastic raw materials, please feel free to contact us:
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