NA 040

DIN Standards Committee Heating and Cooking Equipment

Project

Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Evaluation of the suitability of metal and alloy articles in contact with foodstuffs during microwave heating; German and English version prEN 18372:2026

Abstract

This document establishes a methodology framework for testing metal-made articles in contact with foodstuffs for use in domestic microwave applicators. An experimental method aiming at qualifying this class of articles is proposed. The objectives of the method are two-folds: ensuring a correct eating efficiency considering a standard microwave heating cycle and guarantying the user safety notably regarding the risk of electrical discharge.

Begin

2026-04-21

WI

00194170

Planned document number

DIN EN 18372

Project number

04000473

Responsible national committee

NA 040-05-02 AA - Large kitchen appliances  

Responsible european committee

CEN/TC 194/WG 10 - Articles intended to come in contact with foodstuffs used in microwave  

Contact

Veronique Müller

Amelia-Mary-Earhart-Str. 12
60549 Frankfurt am Main

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