Jis Z 1707 May 2026
Understanding JIS Z 1707: General Rules of Plastic Films for Food Packaging JIS Z 1707
Thickness:
The films covered are generally defined as having a thickness of less than jis z 1707
- Polyvinylidene Chloride (PVDC): Often called "saran wrap." Known for high barrier properties (keeping oxygen out) and high cling.
- Polyethylene (PE): The most common general-purpose wrap. Includes Low-Density (LDPE) and Linear Low-Density (LLDPE). It is flexible and resistant to breaking.
- Polypropylene (PP): Known for higher heat resistance and stiffness.
- Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC): Often used for commercial food wrapping (like in supermarkets for meat trays) due to its high clarity and stretch.
Established by the Japanese Industrial Standards Committee, JIS Z 1707 specifies the requirements for plastic films used specifically for general packaging. Here is a comprehensive look at what this standard entails and why it matters. What is JIS Z 1707? Understanding JIS Z 1707: General Rules of Plastic
| Standard | Region | Focus | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | JIS Z 1707 | Japan | Industrial packaging PE film | | JIS K 6781 | Japan | General PE film (lighter duty) | | ASTM D4635 | USA | LDPE/LLDPE for general use | | ISO 15494 | International | PE films for packaging (wide scope) | Polyvinylidene Chloride (PVDC): Often called "saran wrap
What JIS Z 1707 Covers
JIS Z 1707:2019:
The current active version, revised to align more closely with international ISO standards.