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Comprehensive Guide to EN 17193 Determination of Aflatoxicol in Milk and Dairy Testing Services Provided by Eurolab

The determination of aflatoxins in milk and dairy products is a critical aspect of ensuring food safety and compliance with international standards. The European Standard EN 17193 provides the methodology for determining Aflatoxicol in milk and dairy products. This standard is based on the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard, ISO/TS 21806:2018.

Legal and Regulatory Framework

The European Union (EU) has implemented strict regulations to ensure food safety, particularly with regards to aflatoxins. The EUs General Food Law Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 sets out the general principles for food law in the EU, including provisions on food safety and hygiene.

International and National Standards

The following standards apply to EN 17193 Determination of Aflatoxicol in Milk and Dairy testing:

  • ISO/TS 21806:2018
  • EN 17193:2020
  • EC No.178/2002
  • These standards ensure that food products, including milk and dairy products, are safe for human consumption.

    Standard Development Organizations

    The standard development organizations involved in the creation of EN 17193 include:

  • European Committee for Standardization (CEN)
  • International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
  • How Standards Evolve and Get Updated

    Standards evolve through a continuous process of review and update. This involves:

  • Reviewing existing standards to ensure they remain relevant
  • Identifying areas for improvement or updates
  • Conducting public consultations
  • Finalizing revised or new standards
  • Standard Numbers and Scope

    The standard numbers and scope for EN 17193 Determination of Aflatoxicol in Milk and Dairy testing are:

  • ISO/TS 21806:2018 - Determination of aflatoxins in foodstuffs
  • EN 17193:2020 - Determination of aflatoxicol in milk and dairy products
  • Standard Compliance Requirements

    Food manufacturers, importers, and distributors must comply with the relevant standards and regulations to ensure their products meet safety requirements.

    The following industries require EN 17193 Determination of Aflatoxicol in Milk and Dairy testing:

  • Dairy processing
  • Food manufacturing
  • Import/export businesses
  • This test contributes to product safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Failure to perform this test can result in legal consequences and damage to reputation.

    The need for EN 17193 Determination of Aflatoxicol in Milk and Dairy testing arises from:

  • Food safety regulations
  • Quality assurance requirements
  • Regulatory compliance obligations
  • Industry best practices
  • Customer expectations
  • This test is essential to ensure that milk and dairy products are safe for human consumption.

    The following steps are involved in the EN 17193 Determination of Aflatoxicol in Milk and Dairy testing:

    1. Sample collection

    2. Sample preparation

    3. Instrument calibration

    4. Testing

    5. Measurement and analysis

    6. Data recording and reporting

    Test Conditions

  • Temperature: 20-25C
  • Humidity: 50-60
  • Pressure: Normal atmospheric pressure
  • The sample preparation procedure involves:

  • Homogenization of the milk or dairy product
  • Extraction with a suitable solvent
  • Cleanup by solid-phase extraction (SPE) or liquid chromatography (LC)
  • Measurement and Analysis

    The testing parameters include:

  • Detection limit: 0.05-1.00 ng/g
  • Quantification limit: 0.10-2.00 ng/g
  • The measurement and analysis methods involve:

  • Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS)
  • Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS)
  • The test results are documented in a report that includes:

  • Test parameters
  • Sample information
  • Results
  • Conclusion
  • Recommendation
  • The reporting standards and formats include:

  • International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 17025:2017 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories
  • European Committee for Standardization (CEN) EN ISO 3696:2005 - Water for analytical laboratory use. Specification and test methods
  • Why This Test Should Be Performed

    This test is essential to ensure food safety, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance.

    Benefits of Performing the Test

    The benefits of performing the EN 17193 Determination of Aflatoxicol in Milk and Dairy testing include:

  • Food safety
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Why Choose Eurolab for EN 17193 Determination of Aflatoxicol in Milk and Dairy Testing

    Eurolab offers:

  • Expertise in aflatoxin analysis
  • State-of-the-art equipment and facilities
  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation
  • Fast turnaround times
  • Conclusion

    The determination of aflatoxins in milk and dairy products is a critical aspect of ensuring food safety and compliance with international standards. The EN 17193 standard provides the methodology for determining Aflatoxicol in milk and dairy products. This comprehensive guide has outlined the standard-related information, test conditions, and reporting requirements.

    References

  • ISO/TS 21806:2018 - Determination of aflatoxins in foodstuffs
  • EN 17193:2020 - Determination of aflatoxicol in milk and dairy products
  • EC No.178/2002 - General Food Law Regulation
  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories
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