At a glance

Online only

19 March, 2026

11 speakers

Gain insights into the current and future landscape for food contact materials (FCMs) in Europe and beyond at this must-attend event for professionals operating in the field. 

About event

In Europe, legislation governing FCMs continues to evolve, as the European Commission advances its plans for a simplified regulatory framework. This new approach will require more transparency and communication throughout the supply chain. At the same time, concerns remain over regulatory divergence at the national level. Regulatory change is also underway outside of Europe, with amendments being introduced across many key jurisdictions.  

Join experts from across the food contact supply chain, as they unpack current requirements and restrictions from Europe and beyond, offering practical guidance on how to navigate this complex and shifting regulatory environment. The conference will help attendees from the food packaging, kitchenware and food processing equipment supply chains in addressing the challenges of driving sustainable innovation while remaining compliant and food safe. 

Key topics:

  • Overview of the general direction for the evolving regulatory landscape for food contact materials in the EU – hear directly from the European Commission.
  • Managing substances of concern and meeting purity requirements.
  • Regulating recycled content in FCMs and tracing recycled plastics through the supply chain.
  • Panel discussion on the current status and future outlook.
  • Practical insights - including the EuPIA good manufacturing practice update.
  • Explore practical implications and challenges of choosing more sustainable food contact materials.

Who should attend?

  • Product compliance professionals working in FCMs and their supply chains  
  • Packaging product designers  
  • Product development technologists 
  • Technical service managers 
  • Food manufacturers  
  • Packaging manufacturers  
  • Cookware manufacturers  
  • Foodservice companies  
  • Retailers 

Event highlights

As with all Chemical Watch Events & Training conferences, you will also benefit from:  

  • access to the world’s largest and most influential community of product safety professionals managing chemicals;  
  • a varied and engaging mixture of expert presentations, case studies and panel discussions; and  
  • opportunities to put your questions to our panel of speakers. Use the live chatbox to send in questions during the conference. Â