Food Contact Materials (FCM)

The Food Contact Materials (FCM) Committee leads on issues relating to materials and substances intended to come into contact with food and drink and which affect the interests of the UK manufacturing industry. This includes developments associated with implementation of the overarching FCM legisaltive frameworks and within the variety of packaging and related materials, such as flexible and rigid plastics, paper and board, metals, printing inks, adhesives and coatings.

Next FCM meeting dates: 24 June 2025 & 6 November 2025

FCM Documents        FCM Overview & Issues Matrix 2025

FCM Toolkit  This provides resources and information relating to the key food contact materials legislation and links to the relevant legislation and guidance documents are included. 

This committee is open to all FDF member companies to follow (click 'Watch committee' below to receive email alerts) and/or participate in its meetings (click 'Request to join' below).

Committee purpose

  • To monitor and disseminate developments relevant to food contact materials.
  • To work with UK authorities, FDE, and UK and EU supply chain organisations to influence developments in UK and EU legislation.
  • Undertake horizon scanning activities for new issues relating to food contact materials and articles.

FDF Regulatory Toolkit (including Divergence Trackers)

FDF Food Safety and Authenticity Report (members only) - Mar 2025

 

 

 

Why join?

  • Receive updates on food contact materials (FCM) policy and legislation that could impact your business.
  • Be involved in discussions with legislators on key issues.
  • Network with other members and learn from each other.
  • Yearly off-site committee meetings held at a range of FCM-related sites.
  • Receive updates from FCM specialists and supply chain representatives.
  • Help shape the FDF’s key priorities and policy position for FCM issues.