Laboratory testing services

Commission Regulation (EU) No 2023/915 specifies maximum levels for heavy metals in various foods and Directive 2002/32/EC does the same for various feeds. This analysis can be used to quantify traces of the heavy …

Determination of microplastics present in food samples using Raman spectroscopy. The results of the analysis will specify different types of polymers by size (1-10 µm, 10–50 µm, 50–100 µm, 100–500 µm, >500 µm). This analysis can be used only on typical food samples. …

The osmolality of liquid samples is determined using a freezing point osmometer according to Ph. Eur 2.2.35.2020. Osmolality defines the number of osmols per kilogram of liquid. Osmolality reflects the total number of dissolved ionic and molecular compounds present …

Determination of osmolarity of liquid samples using a freezing point osmometer according to Ph. Eur 2.2.35.2020. Osmolarity defines the number of osmols per liter of liquid. Osmolarity reflects the total number of dissolved ionic and molecular substances present in …

This metal screening analysis includes the semi-quantitative determination of 70 elements. The method can be used, for example, to determine the background concentrations of metals in environmental samples or to study the …

Quantitative determination of gliadin and gluten in food, cosmetics, feed and environmental samples with ELISA. Quantitative measurement of intact gliadin is used as a measure of gluten. Method is not accurate for samples that contain …

Nutritional analysis of compound feed or complementary feed intended for cats, dogs, and other furry animals according to the Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/2279. The following parameters are included: Moisture, Ash, Crude protein, …

Horizontal method for the detection and enumeration of Enterobacteriaceae (EN ISO 21528). For microbiology analyses, a sample preparation cost of €39 will be invoiced per order.

This test is designed to measure the water vapor transmission rate (WVTR) of packages, such as cups, bottles, trays, and containers. The analysis includes three replica measurements. This test is not suitable for films or …

Acrylamide is a food contaminant that forms from the naturally occurring constituents of the amino acid asparagine and reducing sugars, such as glucose and fructose, when food is prepared in low-moisture conditions at temperatures above 120 °C. The risk of …

Determination of Be, Ba, Co, Al, Mg, Cu, Li, Mn, Ag, Sn, Ti, V, Zn, Tl, B, Hg, Mo, Fe, Ca, K, U, P, Cd, Na, Cr, Ni, Pb, Sb, As, and Se in water …

The nutrition declaration should appear on the label of most packaged foodstuffs. The Food Information Regulation (EU) 1169/2011 defines what information must appear on the label. This nutritional analysis package includes …

Screening of pesticide residues from various matrices, including food, feed, and dietary supplements. Pesticides are extracted using acetonitrile according to the QuEChERS (Quick, Easy, Cheap, Effective, Rugged, …

The nutrition declaration should appear on the label of most packaged foodstuffs. Food Information Regulation (EU) 1169/2011 defines what information must appear on the label. In this …

Determination of aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, and G2 in food, feed and dietary supplements with an HPLC method based on EN 14123. Aflatoxins are mycotoxins produced by certain Aspergillus fungi. According to EU food …

Carotenoids are pigments present in various food products either naturally or as additives, for example as food colorants. Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 regulates the use of carotenoids as food additives. This test package includes the determination of the …

Determination of mineral oil saturated hydrocarbons (MOSH) with polyolefin oligomeric saturated hydrocarbons (POSH) and mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons (MOAH) from …

This analysis package is used to determine the amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in food, feed, and dietary supplements. The package covers the following substances, known together as PAH 4: benzo(a)pyrene, …

Determination of the fatty acid profile of food and feed using GC-FID. The measurement includes the determination of the following fatty acids and parameters: Butyric Acid (4:0), Caproic Acid (6:0), Enanthic Acid (7:0), Caprylic …

Benzoic and sorbic acids can be used as preservatives in various foods. Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 regulates the foods in which benzoic and sorbic acid can be used as additives and the maximum levels allowed. This HPLC-UV method …

Determination of volume-specific surface area (VSSA) for the identification of nanoparticles. VSSA can be calculated from the specific surface area obtained by N2 adsorption and the BET method and effective density obtained by He …

Determination of allergens from food, feed, or supplement samples with enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). The following allergens are available for analysis: Peanut, Soy protein, Gliadin/gluten, Casein, Cashew, Egg white, Fish, …

Determination of fatty acid profile of crude lipid extract, fats, or oils with GC-MS or GC-FID. The measurement includes the …

Determination of Sb, As, Hg, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Pb, Ni, Zn, and V from water samples with the ICP-MS technique. The concentration of …

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has concluded that certain perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), such as PFOS, PFOA, PFNA, and PFHxS can cause adverse effects on serum cholesterol, the liver, the immune …

Analysis of a single element (Al, Ca, Cr, Cu, Fe, K, Mg, Na, Ni, Zn, etc.). The sample matrix has to be always agreed upon in advance. The matrix might affect the analysis price.

This analysis is used to assess the ultimate aerobic biodegradability of materials in controlled composting conditions by the ISO 14855 standard. Testing is most typically performed on …

The following analyses are included in this measurement package. Does not include OECD 125. Particle size distribution and aspect ratios by SEM-EDX: Preparation with isopropanol and classification in accordance with the 2022 EC …

Determination of calcium (Ca), phosphorus (P), sodium (Na), magnesium (Mg), zinc (Zn), manganese (Mn), copper (Cu), selenium (Se), and cobalt (Co) in food samples with the ICP-MS-technique. Other elements can be added to the analysis package if needed. The price …

Detection and quantification of whole egg or egg white proteins in food products and other suitable matrices with the ELISA method. The amount of whole egg powder or egg white protein is calculated based on the analysis of egg white proteins ovalbumin and …

Analysis package of biogenic amines for food and feed. The package includes the determination of the following substances: Tryptamine [CAS: 61-54-1], Phenylethylamine [CAS: 64-04-0], Putrescine [CAS: 110-60-1], Cadaverine [CAS: 462-94-2], Histamine [CAS: 51-45-6], …

According to EU regulations, ethylene oxide must not be used in plant protection products due to its carcinogenic and mutagenic properties (Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009). Its use for sterilizing purposes in food additives is also prohibited (Regulation (EU) …

UPLC-MS/MS analysis for determining the melatonin content in dietary supplements. According to Regulation (EU) No 432/2012, melatonin supplements may be marketed with the following health claims: "Melatonin contributes to the alleviation …

Test package for mycotoxins listed in Commission Regulation (EU) No 2023/915, including the following determinations: Aflatoxin B1, B2, G1, G2, Ochratoxin A, …

The peroxide value (PV) measures the amount of oxygen chemically bound to oil or fat as peroxides, particularly hydroperoxides, as a result of autoxidation reactions. It is an important quality parameter in food and feed …

Determination of total sugar content, expressed as glucose, of food and feed with the Luff–Schoorl titration method.

Analysis of anticholinergic tropane alkaloids in food or supplement products. The testing package includes the following parameters: Atropine, Scopolamine, Sum of atropine and scopolamine. According to EU food contaminant regulations, products that …

A biodegradation analysis for determining how materials decompose in soil, conforming to the ISO 17556 standard. This standard is specific to aerobic biodegradation in soil environments, where organic materials are broken down into …

Quantitative analysis of beta-lactoglobulin (β-lactoglobulin, BLG) in food to evaluate the presence of milk allergens. Testing is based on the ELISA method and is also suitable for other matrices, such as feed, dietary supplements, cosmetics, …

Quantitative determination of the milk protein casein in food, feed, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and environmental samples with ELISA. Several different ELISA kits are available, and sample composition is considered when choosing the most appropriate kit …

Quantitative determination of cashew in food, feed, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and environmental samples with ELISA. Cashews are listed as an allergen in Annex II of Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 on the provision of food information to consumers. This …

Quantitative analysis of fish protein in food and other relevant sample matrices, such as feed, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and environmental samples. Testing is performed with the ELISA method (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay). Fish and fish products are …

Quantitative determination of mollusc protein (tropomyosin) in food products with the ELISA method. The results of the analysis are often used to support allergen labeling by EU regulations. Molluscs and mollusc products are listed in Annex II of Regulation …

Quantitative analysis of peanut or peanut protein in food, feed, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and environmental samples with the ELISA method. Peanut is listed in Annex II of Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 as a substance or product causing allergies or …

Determination of the amount of water-soluble chloride in solid matrices. Chloride is extracted from the dried sample with water in a single-stage shaking test at room temperature (20 ± 5°C) …

Analysis of dioxins and PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO). The analysis package contains the following determinations: TEQ-WHO values: Sum of dioxins, Sum of dioxins and dioxin-like …

Determination of 36 elemental impurities from ultra-pure water with ICP-MS. The measurement includes the following elements: Al, Sb, As, Ba, Be, Bi, B, Cd, Ca, Cr, Co, Cu, Ga, Ge, Au, Fe, Pb, Li, Mg, Mn, Mo, Ni, Nb, Pt, K, Ag, Na, Sr, Ta, …

Ergot alkaloid analysis of food, feed, and dietary supplements with an HPLC method. Ergot alkaloids are mycotoxins produced by Claviceps genus fungi, mainly Claviceps purpurea. Regulation (EU) 2023/915 sets maximum levels for the amount of ergot alkaloids …

Determination of glucosinolates in rapeseed and rapeseed products. Glucosinolates are recognized as undesirable compounds in for example animal feed products. This method includes the following parameters: Epiprogoitrin, …

Histamine is a biogenic amine formed by the decarboxylation of histidine by microbial activity, which causes allergy-like symptoms upon consumption. Preserved fishery products have been identified as a potential source of histamine-related …

Hot-stage microscopy (HSM) service provides direct visual analysis of materials under controlled temperature conditions. Capabilities include: Morphology assessment: Examining compound morphology and particle characteristics., Transformation studies: Observing …

Contaminants detected by light filth analysis include insect fragments, animal hair, whole insects, and other extraneous material such as feather barbules, mites, metal, rubber, plastic, and paint chips.

Our nutrient content analysis of alcoholic beverage samples includes the following parameters: Moisture, Ash, Total fat (solvent extraction following acid hydrolysis), Protein (Kjeldahl method), Sugar profile (HPLC-PAD method) …

Determination of ochratoxin A from food and feed with an HPLC method based on ISO 14132. Ochratoxin A is a mycotoxin produced by some Aspergillus and Penicillium species. Regulation (EU) 2023/915 sets maximum levels for the amount of ochratoxin …

The p-Anisidine value is used to determine the amount of aldehydes, principally α,β-unsaturated aldehydes, in fats and oils. It is a good, widely used approximation for the level of secondary oxidation. This p-Anisidine analysis is …

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has concluded that certain perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) such as PFOS, PFOA, PFNA, and PFHxS, can cause adverse effects on serum cholesterol, the liver and the immune …

Analysis of sugar composition of food with HPLC-PAD. Parameters included in the test: Fructose, Glucose , Lactose , Maltose , Sucrose , Sum of sugars.

Determination of aflatoxin M1 content in food, feed, and dietary supplements with an HPLC method based on the EN 14501 standard. Aflatoxin M1 is a metabolite of aflatoxin B1 and can be present in milk and milk products if the animal …

Quantitative determination of almonds in food, feed, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and environmental samples with the ELISA method. Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 on the provision of food information to consumers specifies almonds as a substance or product …

Quantitative determination of crustacean tropomyosin in food and other samples with ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay). As they are known allergens, the presence of crustaceans and crustacean products in food sold in the EU must be indicated and …

Quantitative determination of hazelnuts in food with the ELISA method to enable allergen labeling by EU regulations. According to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 on the provision of food information to consumers, hazelnuts and other allergens must be …

Quantitative laboratory analysis of lupin protein in food and other applicable matrices, including feed, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and environmental samples. Testing is based on the ELISA method (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay). Due to its allergenic …

Quantitative determination of milk protein in food and other samples that contain milk or milk powder. Milk protein content is calculated based on caseins and beta-lactoglobulin. Specific ELISA methods for casein and β-lactoglobulin are also …

According to EU regulations, mustard is a food allergen whose intentional presence must be declared and emphasized in the list of ingredients. It is also recommended to indicate the possibility of unintentional presence. This quantitative determination of …

Quantitative determination of pistachio allergens in food products with the ELISA method. Pistachio nuts are listed as an allergy-causing product in Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 on the provision of food information to consumers, which means that it …

Quantitative determination of sesame seeds in food to facilitate allergen labeling according to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 on the provision of food information to consumers. According to the regulation, sesame seeds and other allergens must be …

Quantitative determination of soya protein in food, feed, dietary supplements, and other applicable samples with the ELISA method. Soybeans and products derived from there are listed in Annex II of Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011, which specifies substances and …

Determination of sulfite and sulfur dioxide content (expressed as sulfur dioxide) in food and feed with a titrimetric method based on the EN 1988-1 standard. Sulfites and sulfur dioxide at concentrations above 10 …

As defined in the EU honey directive 2001/110/EC, honey is the natural sweet substance produced by Apis mellifera bees from plant nectar or honeydew. Honey that is placed on the market in the EU must meet the composition criteria outlined in the directive and must not …

Determination of caffeine from food and dietary supplements with an HPLC-UV-VIS method. According to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 on the provision of food information to consumers, caffeine-containing products must be labeled with the following disclaimers: "High …

Cannabinoids are a class of terpenes present in the hemp plant, some of which possess various biological properties. Due to this, the levels of certain cannabinoids in food products are controlled under EU regulation. According to Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/915, …

Determination of free or total carnitine in food with an HPLC-MS method based on AOAC 2015.10. Carnitine is an essential nutrient that plays a role in energy metabolism. Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 lists carnitine as a …

Determination of chlorate and perchlorate content in food, feed, and dietary supplements with an HPLC-MS/MS method. Chlorate has been historically used in plant protection products and is a by-product of chlorine disinfectants used in food …

Determination of citrinin in food, feed, and dietary supplements with an HPLC method based on EN 17203. Citrinin is a mycotoxin produced by some Aspergillus, Penicillium, and Monascus species. Regulation (EU) 2023/915 specifies a maximum level for citrinin in food …

Analysis of deoxynivalenol (DON) in food, feed, and supplement products. DON is a mycotoxin produced by certain Fusarium fungi. According to EU regulations, materials that potentially require testing include: Unprocessed cereals, Pasta, …

Analysis package for dietary supplements. For all supplement products, the Commission Regulation (EU) No 2023/915 sets maximum level for heavy metals lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd) and mercury (Hg). In addition to the analysis of heavy …

The measurement determines the content of dissolved silicon in ultrapure water using UV-Vis spectroscopy (molybdenum heteropolyblue method). The silicon detection limit is 0.7 ppb. The sample must be collected in a suitable sample container …

Determination of ethanol in alcoholic beverages and food products with a GC-FID method. The more specific method can differ depending on the sample, and the method most suitable for the product is chosen. The results are expressed as alcoholic …

Determination of fatty acid profile from a very small amount (20 mg) of food or feed. Fat extraction is included in the price.

With this label check, the information provided on a food label is reviewed against the rules and guidelines set in Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011. Applicable implementing regulations are also considered (e.g. Implementing …

Analysis of fosetyl-Al and phosphonic acid in food, feed, and dietary supplements with an HPLC-MS/MS method. The results are expressed as fosetyl-Al (sum of fosetyl, phosphonic acid, and their salts, expressed as fosetyl).

Determination of fumonisins B1 and B2 from food, feed, and dietary supplements with an HPLC method based on EN 14352. Fumonisins are mycotoxins produced by some Fusarium species. Regulation (EU) 2023/915 sets maximum levels for the …

Glycoalkaloids are naturally occurring compounds formed in potatoes that pose a risk to human health when present in high concentrations. Improper storage conditions can lead to the formation of glycoalkaloids, and especially …

The Finnish Food Authority specifies a limit value of <10 mg/100 g or 100 ml (i.e. <0.01 g/100 g or 100 ml) for lactose content in lactose-free products. The limit is based on the Nordic report "Nordiske Seminar- og Arbejdsrapporter …

Determination of nivalenol content in food, feed, and supplements with an HPLC method based on EN 15791. Nivalenol is a mycotoxin produced by some Fusarium species.

The p-Anisidine value is a widely used approximation for the level of secondary oxidation of food and feed. It indicates the amount of aldehydes, principally α,β-unsaturated aldehydes, in fats and oils that have been extracted from …

Determination of patulin content in food, feed, and dietary supplements with an HPLC method based on EN 14177. Patulin is a mycotoxin produced by several different species of fungi. Apples and apple products are especially susceptible to patulin contamination, but the …

The peroxide value (PV) measures hydroperoxides formed as a result of the autoxidation of unsaturated fatty acids in food and feed products. Accumulation of autoxidation products in food and feed affects sensory quality and is …

Pyrrolizidine alkaloids are naturally occurring substances produced by various plants as a defense mechanism against insect herbivores. The Scientific Panel on Contaminants in the Food Chain (CONTAM Panel) of EFSA has concluded that there is a …

Determination of reducing sugar content, expressed as glucose, from food and feed with the Luff–Schroorl titration method.

Shelf life refers to the time between the production date and the "best before" or "use by" date of a product. In the EU, the date of minimum durability is mandatory food information for almost all packaged …

Determination of starch in food with a spectrophotometric method.

Determination of mycotoxins T-2 and HT-2 in food, feed, and dietary supplements with an HPLC method based on EN 16923. T-2 and HT-2 are mycotoxins produced by some Fusarium species. Regulation (EU) 2023/915 sets maximum levels for the …

Determination of theobromine content in cocoa and cocoa products, such as chocolate, with an HPLC-UV-VIS method. Theobromine (xantheose) is the main alkaloid present in cocoa beans.

The TOTOX value gives an indication of overall oxidation in fats and oils. It is calculated using indicative values for primary oxidation products (peroxide value) and secondary oxidation products (p-Anisidine value). For TOTOX …

The TOTOX value is a useful indicator of the overall oxidation of fats and oils. It is calculated using indicative values for primary oxidation products (peroxide value) and secondary oxidation products (p-Anisidine value). This …

Determination of zearalenone in food, feed, and dietary supplement samples with an HPLC method based on EN 15792. Zearalenone is a mycotoxin produced by some Fusarium species. Regulation (EU) 2023/915 sets maximum levels for the amount of …