Many melamine tableware manufacturers experience the same issue:

The product looks perfect. The surface finish is smooth and glossy. The printing quality is excellent. Yet it fails EU testing.

In many cases, the real reason is not the molding process — it is the melamine decal paper (decalcomania paper / overlay paper).

EU Requirements for Melamine Tableware

Melamine products exported to Europe must comply with:

EU 1935/2004: Materials must not endanger human health or affect food safety.

EU 10/2011: Specific migration limits apply, including: Melamine ≤ 2.5 mg/kg, and

Formaldehyde ≤ 15 mg/kg

For reusable products used with hot food, importers often require repeated boiling tests at 100°C to simulate real usage conditions. After repeated boiling, products must:

-          Maintain structural integrity

-          Show no delamination

-          Keep decoration intact

-          Remain within migration limits

The Key Factor: Decal Paper Performance

In melamine production, printed decal paper or decalcomania paper is pressed together with resin to create the final surface.

Whether using offset print for mass production or digital print for customized designs, the base overlay paper must have:

-          Strong absorbency

-          Stable fiber structure

-          Good bonding performance

If the paper cannot absorb resin properly, delamination may occur after boiling — leading to EU compliance failure. Very few suppliers in the industry can provide decal paper that withstands repeated boiling without separation.

Shin Kwang Hwa Paper – Reliable Melamine Paper Supplier from Taiwan

Shin Kwang Hwa Paper Co., Ltd. is a Taiwan-based manufacturer specializing in high-quality melamine paper for global export markets.

We supply to customers in: India, Bangladesh, Southeast Asia, Europe, China

Our melamine decal paper is designed to support stable production and meet strict international standards. Our Product Range includes

-          Melamine decal paper

-          Decalcomania paper

-          High-absorbency overlay paper

-          Base paper suitable for offset print and digital print

As a trust-worthy supplier, We provide:

-          Sheet cutting or roll format

-          Stable bulk supply

-          Factory-direct production

-          Build Stronger Melamine Products from the Source

For manufacturers targeting Europe, choosing the right melamine paper is critical.

High-quality decal paper helps reduce delamination risk, improve durability, and support EU compliance.

Contact Shin Kwang Hwa Paper today to request free samples and strengthen your melamine production with reliable Taiwan manufacturing.