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Comprehensive Guide to AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains Laboratory Testing Service by Eurolab

The AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service is governed by various international and national standards that ensure the accuracy, reliability, and consistency of the results. These standards are developed and maintained by standard development organizations such as ISO, ASTM, EN, TSE, and others.

International Standards

  • ISO 21570:2013 - Mycotoxins - Determination of aflatoxin B1 in grain and grain products
  • ISO 11290-4:2009 - Microbiology of the food chain - Part 4: Guidance on the use of microbiological criteria
  • ASTM E1820-14 - Standard Practice for Sampling and Sample Handling
  • National Standards

  • EU Commission Regulation (EC) No. 1881/2006 - Setting maximum levels for certain contaminants in foodstuffs
  • US FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)
  • Canadian Grain Commission Regulations, 2015
  • Standard Development Organizations

  • International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
  • American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
  • European Committee for Standardization (CEN)
  • Turkish Standards Institution (TSE)
  • Evolution of Standards

    Standards evolve over time to reflect new technologies, scientific discoveries, and changes in regulatory requirements. This ensures that the testing service remains relevant and effective.

    Standard Numbers and Scope

  • AOAC 2003.05: Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains
  • Scope: Determination of aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2), fumonisins (B1, B2), zearalenone, deoxynivalenol, and T-2 toxin in grains

  • ISO 21570:2013: Mycotoxins - Determination of aflatoxin B1 in grain and grain products
  • Scope: Determination of aflatoxin B1 in grain and grain products

    Industry-Specific Requirements

    The AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service is required by various industries, including:

  • Food processing and manufacturing
  • Grain trading and storage
  • Feed industry (animal feed production)
  • Quality control laboratories
  • Standard Compliance Requirements

    Conformance to relevant standards is mandatory for industries requiring the AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service.

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    The AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service is essential for ensuring product safety, quality, and compliance with regulations.

    Business and Technical Reasons

    Conducting the AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service ensures:

  • Product safety and quality
  • Compliance with regulatory requirements (food safety, animal feed, and human health)
  • Prevention of economic losses due to mycotoxin contamination
  • Consequences of Not Performing the Test

    Failure to conduct the AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service can result in:

  • Economic losses due to contaminated products
  • Non-compliance with regulatory requirements (fines, penalties)
  • Damage to brand reputation and customer trust
  • Industries Requiring This Testing

    The AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service is required by various industries, including:

  • Food processing and manufacturing
  • Grain trading and storage
  • Feed industry (animal feed production)
  • Quality control laboratories
  • Risk Factors and Safety Implications

    Mycotoxins pose a significant risk to human health, animal health, and environmental safety. The AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service helps mitigate these risks.

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    The AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service involves a series of laboratory procedures to determine the presence and concentration of mycotoxins in grains.

    Testing Equipment and Instruments

  • High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)
  • Mass spectrometry (MS)
  • Gas chromatography (GC)
  • Solid-phase extraction (SPE)
  • Testing Environment Requirements

  • Temperature: 20-25C
  • Humidity: 40-60
  • Pressure: 1 atm
  • Sample Preparation Procedures

  • Sampling and sample handling
  • Extraction and cleanup
  • Instrumental analysis
  • Testing Parameters and Conditions

  • Detection limits:
  • Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2): 0.5-2.0 μg/kg

    Fumonisins (B1, B2): 2.0-10.0 μg/kg

    Zearalenone: 50-200 ng/kg

  • Extraction solvents:
  • Acetonitrile

    Methanol

    Instrumental Analysis

    The AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service uses HPLC-MS/MS for detection and quantification of mycotoxins.

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    Other relevant sections:

  • Quality Control and Assurance
  • Certification and Accreditation
  • Training and Competency
  • Equipment Maintenance and Calibration
  • Sample Handling and Storage
  • Reporting and Interpretation of Results
  • The comprehensive guide to the AOAC 2003.05 Multi-Mycotoxin Analysis in Grains testing service provides detailed information on standard-related requirements, business and technical reasons for conducting the test, industries requiring this testing, risk factors and safety implications, test conditions and methodology, quality control and assurance, certification and accreditation, training and competency, equipment maintenance and calibration, sample handling and storage, and reporting and interpretation of results.

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