Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substance (FCS) Notifications
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FCN No. 1718
DIC Corporation
According to Section 409(h)(1)(C) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, food contact substance notifications (FCNs) are effective only for the listed manufacturer and its customers. Other manufacturers must submit their own FCN for the same food contact substance and intended use.
Food Contact Substance: |
Polyurethane adhesive formulated from:
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Notifier: | DIC Corporation |
Manufacturer/Supplier: | DIC Corporation |
Intended Use: | For use as an adhesive and oxygen barrier in laminate structures that are intended for use in contact with food, except for use in contact with infant formula and human milk (see Limitations/Specifications). |
Limitations/Specifications: | The adhesive may be used at levels up to 5 g/m2 for conventional films, and up to 3.5 g/m2 for metalized films. A food-contact layer consisting of co-polymer polypropylene with a minimum thickness of 70 μm or another material with equivalent or greater barrier properties will separate the adhesive from food. The finished article may contact all types of food under Conditions of Use A through H. The finished food contact articles containing the FCS are not for use in contact with infant formula and human milk. Such uses were not included as part of the intended use of the substance in the FCN. |
Effective Date: | Feb 22, 2017 |
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)** Submission: | Environmental Assessment (in PDF, 595 kB) |
FDA Decision: | Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) |
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