Analytical Testing – Dietary Supplements
QuanTEM Food Safety Laboratories offers a comprehensive range of analytical services designed to meet the diverse needs of the food and nutraceutical industry. From microbiological testing to chemical analysis and custom-tailored projects, our team of experts utilizes advanced methodologies to deliver precise, actionable results. Explore our services below to see how we can help ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of your food products.
Dietary Supplements
The dietary supplement industry operates under stringent regulations to ensure the safety, quality, and efficacy of its products. At QuanTEM Food Safety Laboratories, we provide comprehensive testing services designed specifically for the unique challenges of the nutraceutical and dietary supplement sector. With expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and regulatory compliance, we deliver the accurate and reliable results you need to meet industry standards and protect consumer trust.
Microbiology Testing
Microbiological safety is a cornerstone of quality assurance in dietary supplements. Our microbiology testing services ensure your products are free from harmful pathogens and meet microbial quality standards.
We specialize in detecting:
- Salmonella species: A critical foodborne pathogen that must be absent in dietary supplements.
- E. coli: Testing for generic E. coli to identify potential fecal contamination, ensure adherence to microbial safety standards, and confirm the absence of harmful strains that may pose a risk to consumer health.
- Staphylococcus aureus: A pathogen that can contaminate supplements through improper handling.
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa: An opportunistic pathogen of particular concern in the sterile and non-sterile pharmaceutical industry.
In addition to pathogen testing, we provide comprehensive microbial quality testing:
- Aerobic Plate Count: Evaluates the total microbial load and overall product quality.
- Yeast and Mold Counts: Ensures products are free of spoilage organisms.
- Coliforms: Indicates potential fecal contamination or poor manufacturing hygiene.
- Enterobacteriaceae: Assesses general microbial quality and identifies potential issues with sanitation or contamination.
Our microbiological testing is conducted using trusted techniques, including traditional USP culture methods and multiplexed PCR panels, ensuring accuracy and reliability for a variety of supplement matrices. We tailor sample size requirements and validate methods to suit each client’s specific product and matrix, ensuring precise and dependable results that meet your unique needs.
Chemistry Testing
Chemical analysis is critical for verifying product identity, ensuring potency, and detecting contaminants in dietary supplements. Our chemistry services provide the data you need to meet regulatory requirements and maintain the highest quality standards.
We specialize in:
- Identity Testing: Verifies the identity of raw materials to ensure they meet label claims and regulatory standards.
- Heavy Metal Testing: Quantifies toxic elements such as lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium, ensuring compliance with safety limits.
- Potency Testing: Measures the concentration of active ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, and herbal compounds to confirm label claims.
- Contaminant Testing: Detects residual solvents, pesticides, and other chemical contaminants that can compromise product safety.
Why Choose QuanTEM for Dietary Supplements?
With QuanTEM Food Safety Laboratories as your testing partner, you can ensure your dietary supplements meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. Contact us today to learn more about our specialized services for the nutraceutical industry.
- Expertise in microbiology and chemistry testing tailored to dietary supplements.
- Advanced technologies to ensure robust results.
- Adherence to USP, AOAC, and other relevant methodologies for accuracy and compliance.
- Customized support to address your unique product and regulatory needs.