--- title: Industrial Glue Blog - LD Davis | direct food contact description: direct food contact | We write regularly on a wide range of industrial glue topics including types and uses of glues as well as varying applications. --- [![LD Davis Glues & Gelatin](https://blog.lddavis.com/hs-fs/hubfs/lddavis-logo.png?width=230&height=84&name=lddavis-logo.png "LD Davis Glues & Gelatin")](https://www.lddavis.com/) [1.800.833.6199](tel:+18008336199) - [About](https://www.lddavis.com/about-us/) - [Why LD Davis?](https://www.lddavis.com/about-us/why-ld-davis/) - [Industries We Serve](https://www.lddavis.com/about-us/industries-we-serve/) - [Management Team](https://www.lddavis.com/about-us/management-team/) - [Lab Capabilities](https://www.lddavis.com/lab-capabilities/) - [Products](https://www.lddavis.com/products/) - [Eco-friendly Glue](https://www.lddavis.com/products/eco-friendly-glue/) - [Liquid Glue](https://www.lddavis.com/products/liquid-glue/) - [Hot Melt Glue](https://www.lddavis.com/products/hot-melt-glue/) - [Gelatin](https://www.lddavis.com/products/gelatin-adhesives/) - [Stay Tape](https://www.lddavis.com/products/stay-tape/) - [Applications](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/) - [Bookbinding](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/book-binding/) - [Sustainable Packaging](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/sustainable-packaging/) - [Rigid Box](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/rigid-box-glues/) - [Laminating](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/laminating/) - [Food & Beverage Packaging](https://www.lddavis.com/applications/food-beverage-packaging/) - [Resources](https://www.lddavis.com/resources/) - [Blog](https://blog.lddavis.com) - [FAQs](https://www.lddavis.com/resources/faqs/) - [Contact](https://www.lddavis.com/contact-us/) - [Order Now](https://info.lddavis.com/place-an-order-lddavis-main) Blog At LD Davis, we pride ourselves on being an educational resource for our customers, our prospects and the community. Our blog is a helpful learning tool for those wanting to know more about glue best practices, news in the industry and simple answers to common glue questions. Hear it straight from the experts in every post. [Subscribe to our blog updates.](https://info.lddavis.com/blog-subscribe) ### Most Popular Posts [![LD Davis Blog](https://blog.lddavis.com/hubfs/glue%20for%20food%20and%20beverage%20manufacturers.png)](https://blog.lddavis.com/a-guide-to-food-grade-glues-for-the-food-and-beverage-industry) [Posted by LD Davis Team on Aug 21, 2025, 4:12:41 PM](https://blog.lddavis.com/author/ld-davis-team) ## [A Guide to Food-Grade Glues for the Food and Beverage Industry](https://blog.lddavis.com/a-guide-to-food-grade-glues-for-the-food-and-beverage-industry) For food and beverage manufacturers, safety isn’t just about the ingredient inside the package, but also the materials that hold it together. Food-grade glues play a critical role in keeping products secure, labeled, and ready for distribution. A carefully selected glue will also help minimize interruptions on the packaging line to reduce bottlenecks. These adhesives are held to strict safety standards designed to protect consumers and prevent potential health risks. [Read More \>](https://blog.lddavis.com/a-guide-to-food-grade-glues-for-the-food-and-beverage-industry) [![LD Davis Blog](https://blog.lddavis.com/hubfs/Ensuring%20Adhesive%20Safety%20in%20Direct%20Food%20Contact%20Applications.png)](https://blog.lddavis.com/ensuring-adhesive-safety-in-direct-food-contact-applications) [Posted by LD Davis Team on May 19, 2025, 4:25:02 PM](https://blog.lddavis.com/author/ld-davis-team) ## [Ensuring Adhesive Safety in Direct Food Contact Applications](https://blog.lddavis.com/ensuring-adhesive-safety-in-direct-food-contact-applications) When it comes to packaging the food we eat, safety extends well beyond just the ingredients and the primary packaging materials. One critical yet often overlooked component is the adhesive, particularly in direct food contact applications. These adhesives must meet strict regulatory standards and be applied under carefully controlled conditions to ensure they are safe for consumers. As discussed in our previous blog, [What Exactly is a Food-Safe Adhesive?](https://blog.lddavis.com/what-exactly-is-a-food-safe-adhesive), the FDA regulates materials used in food packaging to prevent contamination and protect public health. Adhesives are no exception.  In this post, we’ll explore the key regulatory requirements, best practices, and considerations for choosing food-grade adhesives that ensure safety and FDA compliance in packaging. [Read More \>](https://blog.lddavis.com/ensuring-adhesive-safety-in-direct-food-contact-applications) [![LD Davis Blog](https://blog.lddavis.com/hubfs/What%20kind%20of%20glue%20can%20come%20in%20contact%20with%20food_.png)](https://blog.lddavis.com/food-contact-glue) [Posted by Maria Ceschan on Mar 5, 2019, 8:50:00 AM](https://blog.lddavis.com/author/maria-ceschan) ## [What kind of glue can come in contact with food?](https://blog.lddavis.com/food-contact-glue) We get this question from prospects and customers often: what kind of glue can come in contact with food? Naturally, when it comes to food packaging, this question is very important. [Read More \>](https://blog.lddavis.com/food-contact-glue) --- [View All Posts](https://blog.lddavis.com/all) Copyright © 2026 LD Davis. 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