About Adhesives and Food Safety Adhesive products are used in everyday items that we all use every day, but most of us don't take the time to think about the technology involved with different types of adhesives , glues, and sealants. Manufacturing companies are often presented with needs for specialized adhesive products for use in packaging. For example, the glue used in the packaging food products requires an approval from the FDA. Every ingredient used to bond or seal things like cereal boxes, pasta packaging, french fry holders and even a six-pack of beer must be on the FDA approved list. To be specific, it’s the FDA’s Federal Regulations Title 21 Part 175.105 which governs any indirect food additives, including adhesives and coatings . This regulation allows for food packaging adhesives to have minimal contact with food and also governs how adhesives should look and be identified. While most white glues and hot melts fit the bill because they are non-toxic and transpar