EC Certification 1935/2004 THT, Metal Detectable and Steam Silicones
Merefsa tests its THT, metal detectable and steam-resistant silicones for food contact under EC 1935/2004
Our THT (high temperature), metal detectable and steam-resistant silicones have passed the food contact tests of the BfR recommendation XV, carried out by Intertek (report no. FUFDCP2026-05679, 2 October 2026) under Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004.
With every delivery Merefsa issues a food contact declaration of conformity that states compliance with FDA 21 CFR 177.2600, Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 and Regulation (EC) No 2023/2006 on good manufacturing practice.
Three silicones, three properties
- THT silicone: high temperature resistance, with continuous service from -60 ºC up to +280 ºC.
- Metal detectable silicone: detectable by magnetic field and X-ray systems, to ensure safety in the food production line. Service from -60 ºC up to +180 ºC.
- Steam-resistant silicone: our own formulation for humid air and water steam, with service from -60 ºC up to +150 ºC (4.0 bar) and up to +180 ºC in dry air.
Test results
| Test (limit) | Condition | THT | Metal detectable | Steam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extractable components (max. 0.5 %) | Demineralised water, 5 h / 100 ºC | n.d. | n.d. | n.d. |
| Extractable components (max. 0.5 %) | Acetic acid 3 %, 5 h / 100 ºC | 0.12 % | n.d. | n.d. |
| Extractable components (max. 0.5 %) | Ethanol 10 %, 5 h / 100 ºC | n.d. | n.d. | n.d. |
| Volatile organic compounds, VOC (max. 0.5 %) | 4 h / 200 ºC | 0.188 % | 0.146 % | 0.224 % |
| Peroxides (no positive reaction) | BfR method BII XV/C | No positive reaction | No positive reaction | No positive reaction |
n.d. = not determinable, below the reporting limit (0.1 %). All three silicones meet every requirement.
Report and documentation
You can download the full Intertek report by clicking the document below. Data sheets and the declaration of conformity for each delivery are available on request at calidad@merefsa.com.
