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SGS Reports on New Food Contact Ceramics Regulation in Montenegro

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Montenegro has introduced a new regulation for ceramic items that come into contact with food, which requires compliance documentation, including lab test results for lead and cadmium migration limits. This regulation, which took effect on July 2, 2026, impacts manufacturers, importers, and retailers in the food contact ceramics supply chain. SGS has published a report, SafeGuardS 110.26, to inform stakeholders about these changes.

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Montenegro’s update to its regulation on ceramic articles intended for food contact introduces new compliance documentation requirements for businesses operating in this segment. The revised rules bring the country’s approach into line with established practices in other European markets, focusing on the need for clear evidence that products meet lead and cadmium migration limits.

For manufacturers, importers and retailers, the change means a greater emphasis on traceability and testing, with laboratory reports and details of test methods now central to demonstrating compliance. This may require adjustments to quality assurance processes, especially for companies exporting to or sourcing from Montenegro. As regulatory frameworks around food contact materials continue to evolve across the region, keeping up to date with local requirements remains essential for supply chain continuity and market access.

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Comparative Analysis: Montenegro and EU Standards for Food Contact Ceramics

This analysis compares Montenegro's new ceramic regulation with existing EU standards, exploring differences and similarities. It discusses how these changes might affect Montenegro's trade relations with EU countries, especially concerning exports and imports of ceramic goods.

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Impact of Montenegro’s New Ceramic Regulation on Local Manufacturers

This story explores how the new regulation on food contact ceramics in Montenegro affects local manufacturers, highlighting their challenges in meeting the updated compliance documentation requirements. It examines how these changes may impact production processes and costs.

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Press Release

Baar, Switzerland - August 20, 2026

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 110.26, outlining Montenegro’s new regulation for ceramic articles intended to come into contact with food and the associated compliance documentation requirements.

Published on June 24, 2026, in the Official Gazette of Montenegro (OGM), the Regulation on ceramic articles intended to come into contact with food, OGM No. 87/2026 (‘the Regulation’) updates the country’s regulatory framework for food contact ceramics and replaces the previous legislation.

The Regulation introduces documentation requirements to demonstrate compliance with applicable lead and cadmium migration limits. Stakeholders may be required to provide supporting evidence, including laboratory test results and information on test methods used to assess compliance.

The Regulation affects stakeholders across the food contact ceramics supply chain, including manufacturers, importers, retailers and other intermediaries operating in Montenegro. It entered into force on July 2, 2026.

SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 110.26 includes additional information on the Regulation and its requirements.

Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to the original SafeGuardS 110.26 for more details.

SGS food contact material services
SGS’s technical experts have extensive experience of testing materials and articles in contact with food. They can ensure that your products meet the appropriate regulations for food contact materials and pave the way for compliance. SGS offers the full range of testing, including migration tests, along with expert advice on emerging regulations, compliance issues and documentation review. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS’s food contact materials services.

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full Montenegro Issues New Regulation for Food Contact Ceramics SafeGuardS.

Subscribe today and receive SGS SafeGuardS direct to your inbox.

Notes to editors

For further information, contact Media Inquiries or: Dr. HingWo Tsang Global Information and Innovation Manager Tel: +852 2774 7420 Website: www.sgs.com/hardlines LinkedIn: SGS Connectivity & Products About SGS SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource. SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).

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