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ISO-Compatible Workflow for Food Allergen Analysis Laboratory Testing Service: A Comprehensive Guide

Food allergens are a major concern in the food industry, with the potential to cause severe health reactions in individuals who are allergic to them. The European Union has established strict regulations and standards for the detection of food allergens in processed foods. In this context, Eurolabs ISO-Compatible Workflow for Food Allergen Analysis laboratory testing service plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and quality of food products.

Relevant Standards

The following international and national standards apply to the ISO-Compatible Workflow for Food Allergen Analysis testing:

  • ISO 17025:2017 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories

  • ISO/TS 16140-2:2016 - Microbiology of food and animal feeding stuffs Guidelines on preparation and production of culture media

  • EN 15591:2014 - Foodstuffs Determination of protein content by Kjeldahl method

  • TSE 1001:2015 - Foodstuffs Determination of moisture content (gravimetric method)

  • ASTM D685-15 - Standard Test Method for Moisture in Foods

    • Legal and Regulatory Framework

    The European Unions Food Information Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011 requires food businesses to provide information on the presence of allergens in their products. In addition, the EUs General Food Law Regulation (EC) No. 178/2002 establishes a framework for ensuring the safety and quality of food.

    International and National Standards

    The following international organizations develop standards related to food allergen analysis:

  • International Organization for Standardization (ISO): Develops standards for laboratory testing and calibration, including ISO 17025.

  • European Committee for Standardization (CEN): Develops European standards for foodstuffs, including EN 15591.

  • Turkish Standards Institution (TSE): Develops national standards for foodstuffs in Turkey, including TSE 1001.

    • Standard Compliance Requirements

    Food businesses must comply with the relevant standards and regulations to ensure the safety and quality of their products. Eurolabs ISO-Compatible Workflow for Food Allergen Analysis laboratory testing service helps businesses meet these compliance requirements.

    Food allergens are a major concern in the food industry, and accurate detection is crucial to ensuring product safety and consumer health.

    Why This Test Is Needed

    The presence of food allergens can cause severe health reactions in individuals who are allergic to them. The European Unions regulations require food businesses to provide information on the presence of allergens in their products. Accurate detection of food allergens is essential to ensure compliance with these regulations and protect consumer health.

    Business and Technical Reasons

    Conducting ISO-Compatible Workflow for Food Allergen Analysis testing provides several business and technical benefits, including:

  • Compliance with regulations: Ensures compliance with EU regulations on food allergen labeling.

  • Product safety: Detects the presence of food allergens to prevent harm to consumers.

  • Quality control: Helps ensure consistent product quality by detecting potential contaminants.

    • Consequences of Not Performing This Test

    Failure to detect food allergens can lead to severe health consequences, including anaphylaxis and even death. Non-compliance with regulations can result in financial penalties, damage to reputation, and loss of customer trust.

    Industries and Sectors

    The following industries and sectors require ISO-Compatible Workflow for Food Allergen Analysis testing:

  • Food processing: Manufacturers of processed foods must ensure compliance with EU regulations on food allergen labeling.

  • Bakery: Bakery products often contain allergenic ingredients, such as gluten and nuts.

  • Confectionery: Confectionery products may contain allergens like milk, eggs, and tree nuts.

    • Risk Factors and Safety Implications

    Food allergens pose a significant risk to consumer health, particularly in cases of severe allergic reactions. Accurate detection is crucial to prevent harm and ensure compliance with regulations.

    Eurolabs ISO-Compatible Workflow for Food Allergen Analysis laboratory testing service involves the following steps:

    Testing Equipment and Instruments

  • Spectrophotometers: Used for measuring protein content.

  • Kjeldahl analyzers: Used for determining moisture content.

    • Testing Environment Requirements

  • Temperature: 20C 5C

  • Humidity: 50 10

    • Sample Preparation Procedures

  • Crushing or grinding: Samples are crushed or ground to ensure even distribution of allergens.

  • Extraction: Allergenic compounds are extracted from the sample.

    • Testing Parameters and Conditions

  • Detection limit: 0.01

  • Quantitation limit: 0.1

    • Measurement and Analysis Methods

  • Spectrophotometry: Used for measuring protein content.

  • Kjeldahl method: Used for determining moisture content.

    • Measurement Uncertainty

    Eurolabs laboratory testing service ensures measurement uncertainty is within the acceptable limits specified in ISO/TS 16140-2:2016.

    Test Report and Certification

    A detailed test report and certificate are provided to clients, including:

  • Test results: Results of allergen detection.

  • Certificate of analysis: Certifies that the product meets the required standards.

    • Measurement Uncertainty (MU)

    Eurolabs laboratory testing service ensures measurement uncertainty is within the acceptable limits specified in ISO/TS 16140-2:2016.

    Test Report and Certification

    A detailed test report and certificate are provided to clients, including:

  • Test results: Results of allergen detection.

  • Certificate of analysis: Certifies that the product meets the required standards.

    • The following information is included in the test report:

  • Client identification: Details of the client, including name and address.

  • Product details: Description of the product tested, including batch number and date.

  • Test results: Results of allergen detection, including concentration.

  • Certificate of analysis: Certifies that the product meets the required standards.

    • Conclusion

    Eurolabs ISO-Compatible Workflow for Food Allergen Analysis laboratory testing service is designed to ensure compliance with EU regulations on food allergen labeling and protect consumer health. Our team of experts follows rigorous protocols to detect the presence of allergens in processed foods, providing accurate results and certification for our clients.

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