About FCSC
The dedicated organization representing the full food-contact value chain
Our Mission
We promote science-based regulations, influence legislative policies, and advance federal standards for food contact materials — ensuring innovation can continue, packaging can do its job, and consumers can trust the safety of the food supply.
Our Vision
To drive a future where science leads food contact policies and regulations to enable innovation and protect public health.
What Guides Us
Core Principles
The values at the foundation of everything we do.
Science First
We advocate for risk-based, exposure-driven decision making — not hazard headlines.
Federal Leadership
Food-contact safety belongs at the federal level, not in fragmented state frameworks.
Packaging Matters
Packaging protects food safety, reduces waste, and supports sustainability.
Anticipate, Don’t React
We monitor emerging issues globally so members aren’t caught flat-footed.
Unified Industry Voice
We align the value chain to speak clearly and credibly
How We Work
Strategic pillars
Five pillars guide our work on behalf of the full food-contact value chain.
Unify the Value Chain
Align stakeholders across the ecosystem to drive coordinated positions and consistent industry action.
Lead Science-Based Policy
Advance and defend risk-based regulatory and legislative frameworks grounded in sound science.
Influence Decision Makers
Engage regulators and legislators proactively to shape outcomes and ensure a credible, unified industry voice.
Advance & Promote Science
Strengthen the scientific foundation of the industry — coordinating research and reinforcing safety as the core principle.
Own the Narrative
Position FCSC as the authoritative external voice on food contact safety.