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What specific requirements does the environmental protection standard of plastic products have for the material selection of juicers?

As food contact materials, the plastic parts of juicers must be non-toxic and harmless, and will not release harmful substances during use, affecting the safety of juice and the health of consumers. Therefore, it is crucial to choose plastic materials that meet national and international food safety standards. Common plastic materials that meet food safety standards include polypropylene (PP), polycarbonate (PC, but it must be ensured that it does not contain bisphenol A, BPA), Tritan, etc. These materials must pass relevant certifications, such as the EU EFSA standard and the US FDA standard, to ensure their safety.
With the increase in environmental awareness, the recyclability and degradability of plastic products have become important considerations. The plastic parts of juicers should be made of recyclable materials as much as possible to reduce pollution to the environment. At the same time, for some materials that are difficult to recycle, their biodegradability should be considered to ensure that they can be decomposed quickly in the natural environment and reduce the long-term impact on the ecological environment.
In the production and use of plastic products, the emission of volatile organic compounds is also an important focus of environmental protection standards. When producing the plastic parts of the juicer, materials with low volatile organic compound emissions should be selected to reduce potential threats to the production environment and consumer health. In addition, the product should also pass relevant certifications such as ROHS to ensure that it meets environmental protection requirements.
The plastic parts of the juicer must not only meet environmental standards, but also have good durability to reduce the frequency of product replacement and the generation of waste. Choosing high-strength, wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant plastic materials can extend the service life of the juicer, thereby reducing its impact on the environment. At the same time, considering the sustainability of materials, such as plastics made from renewable resources, is also an option that conforms to environmental trends.
Materials such as polypropylene or Tritan can be selected, which are not only safe and non-toxic, but also have good heat resistance and chemical corrosion resistance, and are easy to recycle. Materials such as food-grade PC plastics or stainless steel can be selected to ensure the purity and efficiency of juice while meeting food safety standards. Materials such as PVC and PET that may release harmful substances should be avoided, especially under high temperatures or contact with grease.