COIN development project "MIGRATOX"

Packaging materials such as paper, various plastics, glass or metals consist of a variety of substances that are introduced both intentionally during production and unintentionally through degradation reactions or contamination (so-called NIAS - non-intentionally added substances). While the basic components of packaging are tested for safety, it is often very difficult to fully assess the hazard potential of NIAS. The main focus of the project is on critical contaminants such as endocrine disruptors or mutagenic substances.

The 5-year development project is being carried out in direct cooperation with the Molecular Biotechnology study programs and the research partner OFI. This project emphasises close cooperation with major international food and packaging producers in order to ensure the safety of packaging materials in the long term and to strengthen consumer confidence in the industry.

• Safety assessment of food contact materials
• Development of new in vitro bioassays for NIAS screening
• Validation of sample preparation methods
• Validation of a comprehensive testing strategy for risk assessment
• Identification of potential hazard sources

Over 25 industry partners from the packaging and food industry.

Sustainability and Design

Health and Quality of Life