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Chemistry Testing Services
Our chemistry testing services help food and beverage companies, packaging suppliers, and manufacturers ensure compliance with global safety standards. From detecting contaminants and pesticide residues to verifying nutritional values and packaging safety, our ISO-accredited labs deliver reliable results you can trust.
Our Chemistry Testing Capabilities
A variety of specialized instrumentation and analytical methods support our chemistry testing portfolio for the food and beverage industry. Using technologies such as LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, and HPLC, we provide accurate and reliable testing across a wide range of products.
Additive & Contaminant Analysis
Trust Mérieux NutriSciences for reliable additive testing services. Our chemistry experts deliver fast and accurate results to help you maintain compliance, protect consumers, and strengthen your product formulations.
Benefits:
- Meet global and regional regulatory requirements
- Detect harmful or unauthorized substances
- Ensure accurate ingredient labeling and transparency
Allergens and Contaminants
Our laboratories provide precise analysis of allergens and chemical contaminants, safeguarding your products and brand reputation. With advanced detection methods, we help you comply with strict regulations and protect consumer health.
Benefits:
- Protect consumer health and prevent allergic reactions
- Identify and quantify allergenic ingredients
- Detect chemical contaminants and residues
- Avoid costly recalls and maintain compliance
Amazon Compliance Verification
Mérieux NutriSciences provides ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited testing and documentation to meet Amazon's dietary supplements policy requirements, ensuring your Amazon listings stay live and remain compliant.
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DNA & Drug Testing Services
We offer comprehensive DNA and drug testing services, including accreditation-level genetic analysis, forensic profiling, environmental DNA (eDNA) species detection, and substance detection in biological samples. Our experts deliver fast, reliable results with detailed reporting to support the needs of regulatory, veterinary, environmental, and legal professionals.
Benefits:
- Parentage, genetic screening, and pedigree verification for livestock & animal species
- Forensic DNA testing with court-admissible STR & Y-STR profiling
- eDNA testing to monitor biodiversity and detect invasive species in water, soil, and air
- Accredited drug detection and confirmation services for equine and other relevant industries
Nutritional & Labeling Compliance Testing
Our nutritional chemistry testing services deliver reliable data on macro- and micronutrients to ensure your labeling is accurate and compliant. Whether you need support for product claims or global regulatory submissions, we provide the insight you need.
Benefits:
- Verify nutrition facts panels for accuracy
- Measure macronutrients, micronutrients, sugars, and fiber
- Support product claims (e.g., “high protein,” “low sugar”)
- Comply with FDA, EU, and global nutrition labeling regulations
Pesticide Residue Testing Services
Our advanced laboratories specialize in pesticide residue testing, ensuring your products meet strict Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs). With both multi-residue and targeted screens, we deliver accurate results to support compliance and consumer safety.
Benefits:
- Detect pesticide residues with advanced screening methods
- Verify compliance with Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs)
- Protect consumer health and product integrity
- Access both multi-residue and targeted pesticide testing
PFAS Testing Services
We provide advanced PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) testing using sensitive LC-MS/MS methods to identify a wide range of compounds. Our chemistry experts help companies address regulatory requirements, reduce risk, and protect both consumer health and the environment.
Benefits:
- Detect PFAS at trace levels with high accuracy and reliability
- Ensure compliance with global regulations and safety standards
- Evaluate materials and packaging for PFAS contamination risks
- Access expert consultation to guide risk management strategies
Quality, Authenticity & Safety Assurance
We safeguard your products against fraud, impurities, and non-compliance through rigorous quality and authenticity testing. From additives and GMOs to adulteration and supply chain risks, our services help build consumer trust.
Benefits:
- Detect impurities, adulteration, and food fraud
- Verify the authenticity of raw materials and finished products
- Maintain supply chain integrity and brand reputation
- Comply with international quality and authenticity standards
Ractopamine Testing & Analysis
Our laboratories offer specialized testing for ractopamine and related beta-agonists using validated LC-MS/MS methods. With trace-level detection and rapid turnaround, we support producers and exporters in meeting strict international standards and maintaining consumer trust.
Benefits:
- Detect ractopamine and beta-agonists at trace levels with precision
- Comply with USDA, ISO, and global regulatory requirements
- Test across multiple animal species and product matrices
- Receive fast results with expert interpretation to support export readiness
Packaging & Materials Chemistry Testing
We conduct comprehensive chemistry testing of packaging materials to identify risks of chemical migration and ensure compliance with food contact regulations. Our team evaluates adhesives, inks, coatings, and substrates to confirm packaging safety.
Benefits:
- Evaluate adhesives, coatings, inks, and raw materials
- Identify potential chemical migration risks
- Ensure packaging safety and food contact compliance
- Strengthen product shelf life and brand trust
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Chemistry Testing Services FAQs
What is chemistry testing in the food industry? Chemistry testing involves analyzing food, beverages, and packaging for additives, contaminants, nutrients, pesticides, and other compounds. It ensures product safety, compliance with regulations, and accurate labeling.
Which products can be tested in your chemistry laboratories? We test a wide range of products, including raw ingredients, finished food and beverage items, dietary supplements, packaging materials, and animal-derived products.
How long does chemistry testing take? Turnaround times vary depending on the type of test, but our laboratories offer both competitive standard lead times and rush services for urgent needs.
What accreditations do your chemistry testing labs hold? Our laboratories are ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited and recognized by AOAC, ensuring that all results meet the highest standards of accuracy and reliability.
Can chemistry testing help with international compliance? Yes. We support compliance with FDA, USDA, EU, and other international regulations, helping companies meet market entry requirements and avoid costly delays.
Do you provide support beyond testing? In addition to test results, our experts provide data interpretation, regulatory guidance, and consultation to help you make informed decisions and protect product quality.