PD CEN/TS 18244:2026

This standard PD CEN/TS 18244:2026 Testing of paper and board. Determination of the transfer of mineral oil hydrocarbons from food contact materials containing recycled pulp is classified in these ICS categories:

• 67.250 Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs
• 85.060 Paper and board

This document specifies a test method for estimating the transfer of mineral oil saturated hydrocarbons (MOSH) and mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons (MOAH) from food contact materials containing recycled pulp. This test method is applicable for examining the extent of migration from paper and board equipped with a barrier or other technical solutions to reduce the amount of migration. This test method is also applicable to paper and board made from virgin fibres.