Determination of BADGE in empty new cans

During 1997 and 1998 approximately 230 empty, new cans were tested for BADG E. At first the BADGE content of the cans was analyzed. Then migration test s with different food simulants (fat, fat/water mix, water, sausage meat) w ere carried out. Cans with pull-off lids showed plainly higher BADGE conten ts than cans without pull-off lids. This result corresponds to the differen t manufacturing processes. The migration tests showed that the highest BADG E contents were found in the simulant fat while aqueous food simulants like sausage meat or the fat/water mix gave migration Values considerably lower . The reason for that is the hydrolysis of BADGE. In one can we found a BAD GE content exceeding 1 mg/kg fat. This content is considered a potential ha zard to health.