Food-contact safety depends on both the base material and any finish, coating, or sealant applied to it. We verify food-contact safety documentation at the material sourcing stage — before production begins — so any compliance gap is caught early. For US and EU markets this typically means FDA food-contact material compliance and, where relevant, LFGB (European food safety standard). Wood products may require FSC certification; metal cookware with applied coatings often requires additional testing. We confirm which standards apply to your specific product and market before you commit to a factory.