NSF/ANSI Std. 51 (National Sanitation Foundation - Food Equipment Materials)

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NSF/ANSI Std. 51

NSF/ANSI Std. 51 (National Sanitation Foundation - Food Equipment Materials)

NSF is the largest global organization in the inspection and certification sector of products and materials destined to come into contact with foodstuffs and drinking water.
The seal of quality NSF, synonym of public health, is globally recognized for its high standard of quality of the approved products, so increasing customer confidence regarding the purchase of the product.

The NSF/ANSI 51 standard is specifically applicable to materials and coatings used in the manufacturing of objects destined for contact with foodstuffs, whether solid or liquid. The standard is also applicable to piping, seals, gaskets, valves and other items destined for various applications concerning contact with foodstuffs. The objects or materials certified standard NSF 51 must comply with strict criteria concerning analysis and guarantee of the requirements of the purity of substances used for its manufacture.

Lati S.p.A., through its Customer Assistance service, is able to support customers in the validation process of their products, until this prestigious certification which is indispensable for the U.S. market is obtained.

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