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Which plastics are safe? A professional guide for manufacturers and purchasers

2025-07-28 08:07:01

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

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

 

MaterialAbbreviationKey FeaturesApplicationCompliance
PolypropylenePPHeat-resistant, chemically inertMicrowaveable foodware, medical toolsFDA, REACH, RoHS
High-Density PolyethyleneHDPEStable, tough, non-toxicBottles, pharma packaging, tanksFood-grade approved
Polyethylene TerephthalatePETTransparent, lightweight, recyclableBeverage bottles, traysFDA & EU food contact
BPA-Free PolycarbonateBPA-free PCOptical clarity, high impact strengthBaby bottles, electronicsMust be BPA-free
Polylactic AcidPLABiodegradable, plant-basedEco packaging, disposablesCompostable standard
Low-Density PolyethyleneLDPEFlexible, moisture barrierWrap films, food bagsGenerally 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

 

ApplicationRecommended GranuleKey RequirementsSafety Tips
Hot-fill containersPET, PPThermal resistanceUse certified food-grade
Baby productsBPA-free PC, PPHigh clarity, non-toxicityEnsure BPA-free declaration
Disposable medicalMedical PP, HDPESterilization-safeLook for USP Class VI compliance
Cosmetics packagingPE, PETGChemically inert, aestheticChoose airtight, stable grades
Outdoor electronicsUV PC granuleWeatherability, flame ratingMeet 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:

🌐 Official website: www.juyuans.com
📧 Email: service@juyuans.com
📞 Phone:+86 13713807985

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