Products that earn NSF certification are said to be “NSF certified” or “NSF listed” and display the applicable NSF certification mark to show that they have been tested by one of today's most respected independent product testing organizations.
What is NSF H1 registered?
An H1 registration from NSF verifies that your product is suitable to use in applications where incidental contact could occur between the lubricant and food during normal operations. Registrations evaluate chemical risks by reviewing product formulations and labels.
What is NSF A1?
Compounds for use as general cleaning agents on all surfaces, or for use with steam or mechanical cleaning devices in all departments. This product is acceptable for use as a general cleaner (A1) on all surfaces in and around food processing areas, where its use is not intended for direct food contact.
What does non food compound mean?
NONFOOD COMPOUND is an industry term used to describe lubricants, greases and other chemicals used in and around food processing areas. Proprietary Substances are pre- processing compounds also used within these same facilities.
What is NSF in food safety?
NSF International, formerly the National Sanitation Foundation, is an independent, non-governmental organization. NSF is usually associated with standards for direct and indirect drinking water additives but it also plays a part in food safety.
What does NSF symbol mean?
The NSF mark is your assurance that the product has been tested by one of the most respected independent certification organizations in existence today. Provides assurance that a product was impartially reviewed to established standards or guidelines.
How do I find out if something is NSF certified?
If you have any questions about whether a product is NSF certified or registered or about how to interpret these listings, please contact the NSF Certification Records Department at 800-NSF-MARK (800 673 6275) or (+1) 734 769 8010 or certrec@nsf.org.
What does NSF H1 mean?
Specifically, NSF H1 accreditation indicates the specific lubricant is acceptable for incidental food contact and can be used in food processing areas. H1 lubricants must be formulated from a USDA-list of approved ingredients known as FDA 21 CFR 178.3570 and be properly labeled and reviewed for the proposed end use.
What does H1 food grade mean?
Food-Grade Categories H1 lubricants are food-grade lubricants used in food-processing environments where there is the possibility of incidental food contact. H2 lubricants are food-grade lubricants used on equipment and machine parts in locations where there is no possibility of contact.
What is a H1 lubricant?
H1 lubricants are food-grade lubricants used in food-processing environments where there is the possibility of incidental food contact. H3 lubricants are food-grade lubricants, typically edible oils, used to prevent rust on hooks, trolleys and similar equipment.
Are NSF H1 lubricants allergen free?
LUBRIPLATE NSF H1 approved lubricants do not contain any of the allergens specified by: LUBRIPLATE NSF H1 approved lubricants do not contain any materials of animal origin or animal origin derivatives, and they do not come in to contact with such materials during processing.
What is NSF D2?
D2. Antimicrobial agents not requiring a rinse.
What is NSF lubricant?
NSF categorizes lubricants based on the likelihood they will contact food using the original food-grade designations developed by the USDA: H1, H2 and H3. H3 lubricants, also known as soluble or edible oils, are used to clean and prevent rust on hooks, trolleys and similar equipment.
Is NSF a food grade?
NSF International is the most recognized food safety standards organization. The FDA does not provide government inspection and certification of materials used for food contact applications.