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Food Testing Solutions
TEL Expert Solutions | Managed by Experts. Overseen by Experts.
Do you need to consistently meet evolving food safety and quality standards and fulfill expectations from management, clients, or regulators regarding food specifications? Our expertise ensures compliance with regulatory demands while delivering results swiftly and accurately, meeting the expectations of your stakeholders, saving costs, and minimizing the risk of recalls. Whether you require testing in accordance with internationally recognized food and food contact testing methods from organizations such as AOAC, ASTM, AOCS, FDA, ISO, BS, EN, GB, and Codex Alimentarius, or scientific peer-reviewed literature, we have the resources to support you.
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OUR SERVICES
Categories of Food Testing
Food testing is a critical component of the food industry, involving a variety of scientific analyses to ensure the safety, quality, and integrity of food products. As food moves from farm to table, it may be exposed to harmful residues, contaminants, and pathogens that could jeopardize consumer health.
The significance of food testing lies in its ability to safeguard public health and uphold consumer rights by identifying and quantifying harmful substances while ensuring accurate labeling. By implementing rigorous testing protocols, manufacturers can maintain high-quality standards and contribute to a safer food supply, ultimately building trust in the products available to consumers.
Let us help you protect your customers and your brand! Partner with us to ensure your products are safe, compliant with industry standards, and overseen by experts.
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Ensures accurate labeling of product weights and volumes, building consumer trust and regulatory compliance.
Commonly Requested Weights and Measures Tests
Net weight, Gross weight, Net volume, Gross volume -
Verifies that food products meet defined quality standards, ensuring safety and consistency in the market.
Commonly Requested Food Specification Tests
Food nutrients (nutrition labelling), Alcohol, Ash, Moisture, Peroxide value, Water activity, pH, and moreInformation to:
Nutrition Labelling -
Tests the quantity of additives to ensure they are within safe limits, protecting consumers from potential health risks.
Commonly Requested Food Additive Tests
Chemical Preservatives: Benzoic acid, Paraben, Nitrites, Sorbate acid, Propionic Acid, and more
Anti-Oxidants: BHA, BHT, Octyl gallate, Propyl gallate, and more
Colouring: Allura red AC, Carmoisine, Indigo carmine, Sudan dyes, Tartrazine, and more
Nutrient Supplements: Amino Acids, Minerals, Vitamins, and more
Sweetening Agents: Sweeteners (i.e. Acesulfame-K, Cyclamates, Saccharin, Sucralose) -
Identifies allergens to prevent cross-contamination and allergic reactions, ensuring clear labeling and consumer safety.
Common Requested Allergen Tests
Crustacean, Egg, Fish, Gluten, Milk, Soya bean, Sulfites, Peanuts, Tree nuts, Wheat -
Detects harmful organic substances that can enter the food supply, safeguarding public health from environmental and process contaminants.
Commonly Requested Organic Contaminants Tests
Environmental Contaminants: Dioxins, Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH)
Process Contaminants: 3-Monochloropropane-1,2-diol (3-MCPD) and glycidyl esters, Acrylamide, Melamine, Nitrosamines -
Tests for harmful inorganic substances to prevent health issues associated with contamination.
Commonly Requested Inorganic Contaminants Tests
Antimony, Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury, Tin -
Ensures that products containing meat are free from residues of antibiotics, banned drugs and growth promoters, protecting consumer health and compliance with regulations.
Selected Drugs and Residues
Amoxicillin, Beta-agonists, Chloramphenicol, Doxycycline, Penicillins, Tetracyclines, Trimethoprim, and more -
Identifies toxins produced by microorganisms or plants, preventing foodborne illnesses and health risks.
Commonly Requested Foodbourne & Natural Toxins Tests
Mycotoxins: Aflatoxins, Ochratoxin A, Patulin, and more
Marine Biotoxins: Amnesic Shellfish Poisons (ASP), Azaspiracids (AZA), Brevetoxins (PbTXs), Diarrhetic Shellfish Poisons (DSP), Histamine, Paralytic Shellfish Poison (PSP), and more
Natural Toxins: Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), and more -
Ensure that food products are free from pesticide chemicals to ensure food safety and compliance with established limits, protecting consumers from potential toxicity.
Selected Pesticides Residues
Acephate, Dithiocarbamates, Methamidophos, Permethrin, Pirimiphos-methyl, Ziram, and more -
Detects harmful microorganisms in food products, preventing foodborne illnesses and maintaining product quality.
Commonly Requested Microbiological Tests
Escherichia coli, Bacillus cereus, Clostridium perfringens, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella spp., Listeria monocytogenes, Total Plate Count (TPC), Total Yeast and Mould Count (TYMC), and more -
Measures radioactive substances in food to ensure safety and protect consumers from health risks associated with radiation exposure.
Commonly Requested Radioactivity Tests
I-131, Cs-134, Cs-137, Pu-239, and more -
Verifies the true nature and grade of food products, protecting consumers from fraud and ensuring they receive what they pay for.
Commonly Requested Authenticity Tests
Edible bird's nest (EBN), Olive oil, Coffee, and more
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Relevant Products
Our consulting and testing services encompass a wide range of food products including, but not limited to:-
Meat and Meat Products
Fish and Fish Products
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
Eggs and Egg Products
Processed Food
Live Animals and Animal Products, including live poultry, livestock, and more
Rice
Relevant Regulatory or Authority Organisations
TEL Expert Solutions adheres to the following key regulations and standards in the provision of our services:
Singapore
Authorities : Singapore Food Agency (SFA), Health Promotion Board (HPB), Enterprise Singapore (ESG)
Regulations : Sale of Food Act 1973, Weights and Measures Act 1975United States of America (USA)
Authorities : U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Regulations : Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act)Australia and New Zealand
Authority : Food Standards Australia New Zealand Board
Regulations : Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (FSANZ)
If you require assistance with regulations from other countries, we are available to review and provide expert guidance tailored to your specific requirements.