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Europe's battle against the spice pirates
How can we be sure of the quality and authenticity of our spices and prevent fraud on expensive spices such as saffron or powders that can be more easily falsified?
Learn what JRC scientists do to ensure that no harmful chemicals are released from materials that your food comes into contact with.
Follow the journey your food travels from production and packaging to your plate. Click on different food on the production line to find out about the various types of material that are used to contain and protect it. At the supermarket, test your knowledge about the different forms of food packaging. Finally, you will find yourself in the kitchen with a variety of kitchen utensils. During your journey you will learn what JRC scientists do to ensure that no harmful chemicals are released from food contact materials.
Find out more about the Food Contact Materials Laboratory