Certificate of Analysis & Material Compliance
1. Purpose & Scope
This document certifies that the product identified as BioPress™ 12oz Paper Cup (SKU: CS-CUP-12B) manufactured by Cup Source meets all applicable regulatory standards for food-contact materials. This certificate applies to production batches manufactured on or after the effective date listed above.
The testing and analysis were conducted in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 standards at Cup Source Quality Labs and accredited third-party facilities.
2. Regulatory Compliance Status
| Standard | Description | Result | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| FDA 21 CFR 176.170 | Indirect food additives: paper and paperboard components | Pass | Compliant |
| EN 13432 | European standard for compostable packaging | Pass | Compliant |
| FSC-C142951 | Forest Stewardship Council Chain of Custody | Certified | Verified |
| Proposition 65 | California Safe Drinking Water & Toxic Enforcement Act | No Detected Levels | Clear |
| ISO 9001:2015 | Quality Management System Certification | Active | System Audit |
3. Material Composition
The BioPress™ 12oz cup consists of the following layers:
- Outer Layer: 350gsm Unbleached Kraft Paper (FSC Mix 100%)
- Barrier Layer: PLA (Polylactic Acid) Biopolymer Coating
- Ink: Soy-based water-based ink
Note: No PFAS, chlorine bleach, or mineral oils are used in the manufacturing process.
4. Analytical Results Summary
Recent batch testing (Batch #B-230912) confirms the following migration limits:
| Parameter | Limit | Detected |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Migration (OM) | ≤ 10 mg/dm² | ND (Not Detected) |
| Heavy Metals (Pb, Cd, As, Hg) | Compliant per EN 71-3 | ND |
| Formaldehyde Release | ≤ 15 mg/kg | 2.1 mg/kg |
5. Declarations
Cup Source hereby declares that the product described above is free from substances restricted by the EU REACH regulation Annex XVII and complies with all local food safety regulations in the United States and European Union markets.
This document is issued for the exclusive use of the client and regulatory authorities. Any unauthorized modification or reproduction is prohibited.