Food-contact suitability depends on the decal, substrate, firing schedule and finished piece. Test samples before commercial production and request supporting documentation for your use case.
Use the decal type suited to the food-contact surface
Fire at the recommended schedule and verify the result
Test finished pieces before commercial sale
Ask us for available material and test information
Food-contact suitability is not determined by the artwork alone. It depends on the decal material, ceramic body, glaze, placement, firing schedule and finished piece. Use the recommended process and verify the fired result before commercial use.
Testing before commercial production
For tableware, test representative finished pieces and request available material or process information. Do not assume a decal is food-safe, dishwasher-safe or microwave-safe without confirming the complete tested combination.
Frequently asked questions
Are ceramic decals automatically food safe?
No. Food-contact suitability depends on the complete decal, substrate and firing process. Finished pieces should be tested before commercial production.
Can decals be used on the inside of mugs and plates?
Only when the exact material, placement and firing process have been confirmed for the intended use. Ask before ordering for food-contact applications.
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