Food Packaging Material Safety Checklist
Comprehensive food packaging material safety checklist ensuring food contact materials comply with FDA and international safety requirements.
- Industry: Food Manufacturing
- Frequency: Per new material/Annual
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Packaging/QA Manager
- Total Items: 32
- Compliance: FDA 21 CFR 174-179, EU Regulation 1935/2004, GFSI Standards
Material Specifications
Documentation
- Material specifications received?
- FDA food contact compliant declaration?
- Intended use conditions specified?
Migration Testing
Substance migration
- Migration testing completed (if required)?
- Migration limits met?
Quality Requirements
Physical/chemical
- Material free from objectionable odor?
- Physical integrity acceptable?
Allergen/Cross-Contact
Contamination potential
- Allergen status of material known?
- No contamination from previous use?
Pre-Inspection Information
Initial inspection details and documentation
- Inspector Name
- Inspection Date
- Location / Kitchen Area
- Inspection Type (Routine/Follow-up/Complaint)
- Previous inspection date and findings reviewed?
Temperature Control & Monitoring
Verify all temperature-sensitive equipment and food items
- Refrigerator temperature at or below 41°F (5°C)?
- Freezer temperature at or below 0°F (-18°C)?
- Hot holding foods at or above 135°F (57°C)?
- Thermometers calibrated and functional?
- Temperature logs current and properly maintained?
Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention
Proper food handling practices and contamination prevention
- Proper handwashing observed (20 seconds, soap)?
- Gloves used properly for ready-to-eat foods?
- Raw and cooked foods properly separated?
- Color-coded cutting boards used correctly?
- Allergen cross-contact controls in place?
Food Storage & Labeling
Proper storage, rotation, and labeling of food items
- FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation followed?
- All items properly date-labeled?
- Food stored 6 inches off floor?
- No expired products in storage?
Sanitation & Cleaning
Verify cleaning and sanitation standards are met
- Sanitizer at proper concentration (test strips)?
- Food contact surfaces clean and sanitized?
- Cleaning schedule current and followed?
- No signs of pest activity?
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Why Use This Food Packaging Material Safety Checklist?
This food packaging material safety checklist helps food manufacturing teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for packaging/qa manager professionals, this checklist covers 32 critical inspection points across 9 sections. Recommended frequency: per new material/annual.
Ensures compliance with FDA 21 CFR 174-179, EU Regulation 1935/2004, GFSI Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Food Packaging Material Safety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 32 inspection items across 9 sections: Material Specifications, Migration Testing, Quality Requirements, Allergen/Cross-Contact, Pre-Inspection Information, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention, Food Storage & Labeling, Sanitation & Cleaning. It is designed for food manufacturing operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per new material/annual. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Food Packaging Material Safety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Packaging/QA Manager professionals in the food manufacturing industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.