Define: Safe Materials

The meaning of “Safe Materials” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Safe Materials definedHow is Safe Material defined in a legal contract?

  • Safe Material means items produced from or made up of substances that cannot be reasonably anticipated to become a part of food or change its properties in any way. This term also refers to an additive, as mentioned under [clause] of the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, or any non-additive materials that are utilised in accordance with the Food and Drug Administration's relevant regulations. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
  • Safe Material means any articles composed of materials that are not expected, either directly or indirectly, to become a component of any food or to alter any characteristic of food. Seen in 2 SEC filings.

The phrase ""Support animal"" was omitted as it doesn't relate to the term 'Safe Material'.

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

Search EDGAR for 'Definitions of safe material' yourself to verify these results. We are always keen to point people to source documents.

in a legal contract?

  • Safe Materials means items created from or consisting of substances that should not reasonably lead, either directly or indirectly, to them becoming a part of or otherwise influencing the traits of any food. Should the materials used be identified as food additives or color additives in conformity with [laws], they are deemed 'safe' only if used according to specified regulations. Alternative materials are considered 'safe' only if they are neither food additives nor color additives as per [laws] and are used in accordance to all relevant regulations as referred to in [clause]. Seen in 29 SEC filings
  • Safe Materials means items manufactured from or comprising materials that cannot be reasonably expected to, either directly or indirectly, become a component of or otherwise alter the traits of any food in a detrimental way. Seen in 12 SEC filings
  • Safe Materials means items produced from or composed of materials that may not reasonably be expected to result, either directly or indirectly, in their becoming a component of or impacting the characteristics of any food. Seen in 3 SEC filings
  • Safe Materials means those articles that are manufactured in accordance with the law. Seen in 1 SEC filing
  • Safe Materials means items manufactured from or composed of substances that should not reasonably be expected to result, either directly or indirectly, in their becoming an element of or otherwise impacting the characteristics of any food. If the materials used are classified as food additives or color additives under [law], they are 'safe' only if they are employed in accordance with [law]. Other materials are 'safe' only if, as used, they are not food additives or color additives as defined by [law]. Seen in 1 SEC filing

Genie Definition 1

  • Safe Material means items produced from materials not expected to directly or indirectly alter food properties, or change additives or non-additives under [pertinent regulations].

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • When producing, distributing or marketing food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic products.
  • When manufacturing materials intended for direct contact with food or additives.
  • When negotiating liability or safety standards concerning food-contact materials.

Relevant Sectors

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

Search EDGAR for 'Definitions of safe materials' yourself to verify these results. We are always keen to point people to source documents.

Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Safe Materials means items created from substances, in compliance with [governing law], that won't change food traits.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • When sourcing suppliers for food products
  • During the creation of restaurant menu items
  • The manufacturing of edible goods

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • Safe Materials means items manufactured in accordance with [governing law].

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Manufacturing or distribution of goods compliant with laws and regulations
  • Ensuring safety and compliance in product development
  • Risk management in product liability scenarios

Relevant Sectors

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Safe Materials means items created from substances, in compliance with [governing law], that won't change food traits

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