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SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
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Food testing that builds consumer confidence
PFAS, MOSH–MOAH & HPTLC Testing
SGS food solutions
From the freshness of dairy to the richness of seafood and the authenticity of spices, food products carry tradition, culture and consumer expectations.
Today, however, consumers expect more than taste — they demand safety, authenticity and transparency across the supply chain.
SGS supports food manufacturers, processors and retailers with advanced testing solutions that help identify contaminants, confirm authenticity and meet evolving regulatory requirements.
With accredited laboratories and state-of-the-art analytical technologies, we help businesses ensure their food products are safe, compliant and ready for global markets.
Our services
SGS combines scientific expertise with advanced analytical capabilities to detect both established hazards and emerging contaminants across multiple food categories.
Our testing solutions support manufacturers and retailers in protecting product integrity, ensuring compliance and maintaining consumer trust.
Precision detection of “forever chemicals” in dairy, seafood, processed foods, and spices
PFAS testing
Accredited hydrocarbon analysis using advanced HPLC‑GC‑FID technology to safeguard product safety.
MOSH–MOAH analysis
HPTLC fingerprinting
Chromatographic fingerprinting to confirm identity and detect adulteration in botanicals, herbs, spices, and plant‑based products.
MOSH–MOAH analysis
We provide:
• Accredited MOSH–MOAH analysis using advanced HPLC-GC-FID technology
• Testing across a broad range of food matrices and food contact materials
• Source identification to trace contamination back to packaging, processing or storage
• Regulatory alignment with EU recommendations and industry standards
We provide:
- High‑sensitivity detection of PFAS across diverse food matrices (dairy, seafood, processed foods, spices).
- Accredited analytical methodologies aligned with global regulatory frameworks such as EU and US guidelines
- Risk management support through early identification of contamination sources
- Traceability insights to identify potential contamination from packaging, processing or environmental exposure
Mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOH) are complex mixtures derived from crude oil and are divided into two groups:
MOSH — Mineral Oil Saturated Hydrocarbons
MOAH — Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons
These substances may enter food through packaging materials, processing aids or environmental exposure. Some studies have raised concerns about potential health risks associated with mineral oil contamination, particularly MOAH fractions.
SGS provides advanced MOSH–MOAH analysis to help food businesses detect and quantify mineral oil hydrocarbons accurately while supporting regulatory compliance and product safety.
Ensuring purity and authenticity with HPTLC
Food authenticity is critical in today’s global supply chains, where substitution, adulteration and ingredient fraud can damage both brands and consumer trust.
High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography (HPTLC) provides a chromatographic fingerprint that allows food products to be compared with verified reference standards.
SGS offers advanced HPTLC testing solutions that help food manufacturers, processors and retailers verify authenticity, detect adulteration and ensure consistent product quality.
We provide:
• Identity confirmation of botanicals, herbs, spices and plant-based ingredients
• Adulteration detection to uncover hidden substitutions or dilution
• Batch consistency analysis to ensure uniform product quality
• Support for regulatory compliance and export documentation
Safeguard consumer health
Identify contaminants such as PFAS and mineral oil hydrocarbons to reduce potential long-term health risks.
Ensure regulatory and market compliance
Meet evolving regulatory requirements and retailer expectations across global markets.
Control packaging-related migration risks
Detect contaminants originating from recycled packaging, printing inks and processing aids before they affect product quality.
Protect and strengthen your brand
Minimise the risk of recalls, rejected consignments and reputational damage through proactive testing and monitoring.
Benefits
PFAS analysis
Per‑ and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are synthetic chemicals often referred to as “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment and ability to accumulate in food chains.
PFAS may enter food through contaminated water, soil, packaging materials or processing environments, creating potential health and regulatory concerns.
SGS provides advanced PFAS testing solutions that enable food manufacturers, processors and retailers to detect and quantify PFAS with high precision, ensuring compliance with international regulatory requirements
Protect your brand with reliable PFAS, MOSH–MOAH & HPTLC analysis.
Utilize our state-of-the-art E-Nose and E-Tongue technologies for unbiased, accurate sensory evaluation.