Benefits

SGS Advanced Centre of Testing can bring you significant benefits. Technological advancements have introduced new possibilities for testing and evaluation, enabling them to be high speed and extremely precise, with high sensitivity and resolution.  Demonstrate the validity of your product safety and quality claims with high-end analysis and data from our ACT services.

Targeted, non-targeted analysis

Test your food products for over 3000 agrochemical residues, pesticides, veterinary drugs, antibiotics and many more known and unknown residues and contaminants.

DNA solutions

Gain confidence in the authenticity of your food ingredients and protect your brand against food fraud. Use the power of next generation sequencing (NGS) technology to identify the plant, fish, meat species, ingredients, pathogens, allergens and potential adulteration, even in highly processed food products.

Digital sensory analysis

Use our advanced artificial sensory technology to get unbiased, accurate and repeatable measurements of sensory parameters, and allow identification and classification of aroma mixtures and taste.

Advance to the next level of safety, quality and sustainability

Are You Future Ready?

Quality testing steps into the next era with SGS's latest scientific tools for the advanced testing of products for safety, quality, authenticity and sustainability.

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Targeted, non-targeted analysis 

With high resolution accurate mass spectrometry (HRAM) using Orbitrap mass analyzer technology, SGS can detect the presence of organic contaminants in a sample. HRAM also allows us to identify the presence of new molecules of pesticides, antibiotics, hormones, steroids, nitrosamines, contaminants, etc. in a given sample.

Targeted analysis allows us to screen for:

• Over 3000 agrochemical residues, pesticides, veterinary drugs, antibiotics and other contaminants
• Adulteration of meat with horsemeat, dyes in spices, and melamine and cyanuric acid in milk powder
• Allergens in food products
  

We can also establish food authenticity and verify organic claims.

Non-targeted screening enables us to identify unknown contaminants in agricultural, food and environmental samples.

DNA solutions

Our next generation sequencing (NGS) technology enables you to ensure product integrity and prevent food fraud, contamination and adulteration. We use digital PCR and RT-PCR to identify plant, fish and meat species, ingredients, pathogens and potential adulteration, even in highly processed food products. A single test can identify all plant or animal species in a food or feed sample.

We can:

• Validate the authenticity of your products and ingredients
  
• Identify genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
  
• Provide an allergen risk assessment
  
• Confirm halal and vegan compliance
  
• Verify your suppliers
  

Digital sensory evaluation 

Our artificial sensory technology allows us to mimic the mammalian smell and taste senses that interact with the human brain. Electronic sensing devices provide unbiased, accurate and repeatable measurements – a distinct advantage over assessments by panels, which involve time-consuming training and are prone to bias.

E-Nose sensory evaluation allows you to:

• Detect off-odor
• Ensure batch consistency
• Ensure sensory conformity during production
• Determine the best storage conditions and shelf life
• Understand the effects of packaging interactions
• Investigate consumer claims
• Protect your trademarks

E-Tongue sensory evaluation allows you to:

• Match products and formulations
• Determine shelf life
• Confirm sensory descriptions
• Test the effectiveness of taste masking
  

Utilize our state-of-the-art E-Nose and E-Tongue technologies for unbiased, accurate sensory evaluation.  

Ethylene Oxide (ETO) residue testing

At SGS, we understand the critical importance of ensuring the safety and quality of spices and other food products. Ethylene oxide (ETO) residue testing is a crucial step in this process, as it helps prevent contamination and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.

Are your food products truly safe? Discover the hidden threats with our Ethylene Oxide (ETO) residue testing 

Ensure product safety and authenticity with Advanced Targeted and Non-Targeted Analysis

Our advanced DNA testing ensures product integrity, identifies GMOs, and confirms halal and vegan compliance. 

Are you Future Ready?

Quality testing steps into the next era with SGS's latest scientific tools for the advanced testing of products for safety, quality, authenticity and sustainability.

SGS testing method and accuracy:

Our testing method involves the determination of 2-Chloroethanol (2-CE) as a marker of Ethylene oxide using Gas Chromatograph Tandem Mass Spectrometer (GC-MS/MS).  Using this method, we deliver the most precise results - with an LoQ of 0.01 mg/kg for ETO and 2-CE. This method has been validated according to the SANTE guidelines.

Choose precision 

The competency of our laboratories continues to be demonstrated through International and National Proficiency Testing programs (FAPAS, BIPEA, AOAC, EURL, LGC etc) in various food products.

FSSAI  APEDA   EIC  BIS  GAFTA  Tea Board IOPEPC  MFDS (KOREA)   

Our ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories are approved by various National and International regulatory bodies including:

Our Services

Quality testing steps into the next era with SGS's latest scientific tools for the advanced testing of products for safety, quality, authenticity and sustainability.

SGS food testing solutions

Comprehensive range of testing and advisory services to help food businesses deliver high quality, safe and compliant products to markets around the world 

Advanced Center of Testing

At SGS, we use advanced scientific tools like high resolution mass spectrometry, digital sensory analyzers, next generation sequencing and digital PCR. ACT opens the door for you to explore an advanced level of quality and safety while offering you the solutions you need to build consumer trust.

Digital sensory analysis

Use our advanced artificial sensory technology to get unbiased, accurate and repeatable measurements of sensory parameters, and allow identification and classification of aroma mixtures and taste. 

PFAS (Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) 

PFAS testing services for food, packaging and other materials to ensure compliance with the latest global regulatory requirements. Our methods meet necessary sensitivity prerequisites and are validated to detect a wide variety of PFAS, including all PFAS/PFOS residues of regulatory interest.

Mycotoxins and other contaminants

We offer a range of mycotoxin testing solutions to ensure agricultural food and feed products conform to strict national and international legislation governing quality, integrity and safety.

Nutritional information 

Confirm the nutrient content and nutritional profile of food products. Nutritional analysis of food products ensures compliance with defined customers specifications and national and international regulations. 

Microbiology (Pathogens and non- pathogens)

Full range of food microbiology testing services, covering a broad spectrum of pathogens, including bacteria, molds, yeasts and parasites as well as other indicator and spoilage microorganisms.

Pesticides, antibiotics, veterinary drugs and agrochemical residues/contaminants

Pesticide and other residues/ contaminants are strictly regulated on food products around the world. Failure to comply with maximum residue levels (MRLs) or other prescribed regulatory limits can result in recalls, reputational damage and loss of market share.

Heavy metals 

Comprehensive analytical testing solutions for all heavy metals (such as lead, cadmium, mercury and arsenic) to help you minimize the risk of non-compliance to national and international standards. 

Allergen testing 

Determine the presence of allergens to ensure public safety and meet labeling rules, with independent testing solutions to detect and quantify the presence of allergens as part of a control program.

Shelf life/ stability studies 

SGS offers stability chambers designed to support your real time and accelerated shelf life studies. Ensure the stability of food and beverage products under varying storage and environment conditions. 

Our services

Ensuring the safety, quality and sustainability of food, healthcare and wellness products.

Customized projects

Our food testing laboratories offer customized projects to improve product quality, safety, and authenticity. We provide method validations, product development support, and small-scale R&D work. With accurate testing protocols and advanced equipment, we address concerns related to taste, aroma, stability, and detect contaminants. Trust us for personalized solutions that drive consumer satisfaction and brand loyalty.

Investigative microbiology

Our food testing labs provide tailored investigative microbiology services, including source identification of microbial contamination, pathogen detection, spoilage analysis, preservation assessment, and hygiene evaluations. We support microbial shelf-life testing, control validation, risk assessment, and quality indexing. With a focus on emerging trends, we enhance your product's safety and quality with actionable insights. 

Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs) & plant-based toxins

Our lab specializes in analyzing Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids (PAs) in a wide range of food products, including herbal teas, honey, grains, spices, and dietary supplements. With advanced testing methods, we accurately identify and quantify PAs and other toxins to ensure consumer safety and compliance with regulatory standards

CO2 analysis

SGS provides fast, accurate dissolved CO2 measurement to ensure the perfect fizz in carbonated beverages. Our method delivers precise, repeatable results with standard deviations as low as 0.005 vol or 0.01 g/L, directly from the container and without air or nitrogen interference. Ideal for all carbonation levels and volumes down to 100 ml, compatible with glass, PET, and cans of any size.