Regulatory Compliance Assistance
- Conducting thorough assessments of food and beverage facilities to ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations such as FDA, USDA, EU regulations, and Codex Alimentarius standards.
- Providing guidance on adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), and other regulatory requirements.
Allergen Testing
- Providing allergen testing services to detect the presence of allergenic ingredients (e.g., gluten, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, dairy) in food and beverage products.
- Employing ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay), PCR, and other methods to accurately identify allergens and ensure compliance with labeling regulations.
Nutritional Analysis
- Conducting nutritional analysis to determine the nutrient content and composition of food and beverage products.
- Analyzing macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats), micronutrients (vitamins, minerals), dietary fiber, calories, and other nutritional components to provide accurate labeling information and meet regulatory requirements.
Sensory Evaluation
- Offering sensory evaluation services to assess the sensory attributes and quality characteristics of food and beverage products.
- Conducting sensory testing panels or consumer taste tests to evaluate taste, aroma, texture, appearance, and overall acceptability of products.
Shelf-Life Studies
- Performing shelf-life studies to evaluate the stability and quality of food and beverage products over time.
- Monitoring changes in microbial growth, sensory properties, chemical composition, and packaging integrity to determine product shelf-life and storage recommendations.
Food Fraud Prevention
- Implementing food fraud prevention strategies to protect against intentional adulteration, mislabeling, and counterfeit products.
- Conducting vulnerability assessments, authenticity testing, and traceability audits to identify and mitigate risks throughout the supply chain.
Training and Education
- Providing training programs, workshops, and seminars on food safety, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and best practices in food testing and analysis.
- Equipping food industry professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain compliance, ensure product safety, and meet consumer expectations.
Customized Consulting Solutions
- Offering tailored consulting services to address specific challenges and objectives of food and beverage companies.
- Providing strategic guidance, technical expertise, and actionable recommendations to optimize processes, improve product quality, and enhance food safety standards.