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Bottles & Jars Inspection

What to look for when inspecting Bottles & Jars (Glass, Plastic)?

  • Glass quality check
  • Plastic quality check
  • Sealing check
  • Cap quality check
  • Label placement check
  • Label quality check
  • Print quality check
  • Color compare check
  • Bottle/jar shape check
  • Bottle/jar size check
  • Bottle/jar weight check
  • Bottle/jar capacity check
  • Bottle/jar transparency check
  • Bottle/jar thickness check
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General Inspection Process

  1. Check for any cracks or chips on the surface of the bottle or jar.
  2. Inspect the clarity and transparency of the glass or plastic material.
  3. Look for any discoloration or cloudiness in the bottle or jar.
  4. Ensure that the bottle or jar is free from any scratches or abrasions.
  5. Check the integrity of the bottle or jar’s seal or closure mechanism.
  6. Inspect the threads or grooves on the bottle or jar’s neck for any damage.
  7. Verify that the bottle or jar’s cap or lid fits securely and tightly.
  8. Ensure that the cap or lid is easy to open and close without any resistance.
  9. Check for any leakage or seepage from the bottle or jar’s closure.
  10. Inspect the label or branding on the bottle or jar for clarity and legibility.
  11. Verify that all necessary information, such as product name and ingredients, is present on the label.
  12. Ensure that the label is properly aligned and centered on the bottle or jar.
  13. Check for any smudging or fading of the label’s print.
  14. Inspect the bottle or jar’s shape and design for any irregularities or deformities.
  15. Verify that the bottle or jar stands upright without wobbling or tipping over.
  16. Check the bottom of the bottle or jar for any cracks or damage.
  17. Inspect the bottle or jar’s neck for any sharp edges or rough surfaces.
  18. Ensure that the bottle or jar is free from any foreign particles or contaminants.
  19. Verify that the bottle or jar’s size and capacity match the stated specifications.
  20. Inspect the overall cleanliness and hygiene of the bottle or jar.

Compliance & Lab Standards for Bottles & Jars (Glass, Plastic)

When importing Bottles & Jars (Glass, Plastic) from suppliers in China, Asia, or other global regions, making sure your products meet the right compliance standards and lab testing requirements is critical. Failing to comply with U.S., EU, or international regulations can result in customs delays, product recalls, or serious damage to your brand reputation. As your boutique QC partner, we help you think ahead.
Below are the key mandatory and recommended standards to keep your shipments compliant, safe, and trusted.

United States

Mandatory

  • FDA Food Contact Material Regulation: Ensures materials are safe for food contact.
  • CPSIA: Compliance for child-resistant packaging for consumer products.
  • California Proposition 65: Requires labeling for products containing chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

Recommended

  • ASTM Standards: Provides guidelines for packaging durability and performance.
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Standards: Encourages sustainable packaging practices.

European Union

Mandatory

  • REACH Regulation: Ensures safety of chemicals used in materials.
  • EU Food Contact Regulation: Compliance for materials intended to contact food.
  • Directive 94/62/EC on Packaging and Packaging Waste: Sets requirements for recyclability and waste management.

Recommended

  • EN 1186: Guidelines for testing the migration of substances from packaging to food.
  • CEN Standards: Offers additional guidance for packaging safety and performance.

United Kingdom

Mandatory

  • UK REACH: Regulations on chemical safety for packaging materials.
  • Food Standards Agency (FSA) Regulations: Compliance for materials in contact with food.
  • Packaging Essential Requirements Regulations: Requirements for packaging recyclability and reduction of hazardous substances.

Recommended

  • BS EN 13432: Certification for biodegradable and compostable packaging.
  • WRAP Guidelines: Encourages sustainable packaging practices.

Canada

Mandatory

  • Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) Food Packaging Material Requirements: Ensures materials are safe for food contact.
  • Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act: Sets requirements for labeling and packaging of consumer products.

Recommended

  • CSA Standards: Provides guidelines for packaging safety and environmental impact.
  • Environment Canada Regulations: Encourages sustainable packaging practices.

Australia

Mandatory

  • Australian Standards for Food Contact Materials: Ensures safety of packaging materials in contact with food.
  • Australian Consumer Law (ACL) Compliance: Sets requirements for packaging safety and labeling.

Recommended

  • APCO Guidelines: Encourages sustainable packaging practices and recycling.
  • AS Standards: Provides additional guidance for packaging durability and performance.

Gulf Countries

Mandatory

  • Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO) Standards: Ensures compliance with regional safety and quality requirements.
  • GCC Food Contact Materials Regulation: Compliance for materials in contact with food.

Recommended

  • SASO Standards: Provides additional guidance for packaging safety and performance.
  • ESMA Guidelines: Encourages sustainable packaging practices.

Singapore

Mandatory

  • Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority (AVA) Regulations: Ensures safety of materials in contact with food.
  • Consumer Protection (Safety Requirements) Regulations: Sets requirements for packaging safety and labeling.

Recommended

  • Singapore Standards: Provides additional guidance for packaging durability and performance.
  • NEA Guidelines: Encourages sustainable packaging practices.

Hong Kong

Mandatory

  • Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) Regulations: Compliance for materials in contact with food.
  • Consumer Goods Safety Ordinance: Sets safety requirements for packaging of consumer goods.

Recommended

  • Hong Kong Standards and Testing Centre (HKSTC) Guidelines: Provides additional guidance for packaging safety and performance.
  • Environmental Protection Department (EPD) Guidelines: Encourages sustainable packaging practices.

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What is inside this checklist

  • Leak test
  • Drop test
  • Compression test
  • Burst test
  • Impact resistance test
  • Heat resistance test
  • Cold resistance test
  • Pressure test
  • Weight measurement
  • Dimensional measurement

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