ISO 21060 Hormone Residue Profiling in Fish and Seafood
The ISO 21060 standard provides a comprehensive approach to detecting hormone residues in fish and seafood, ensuring that these products are safe for consumers. This service is critical in the food & feed testing sector as it helps maintain public health standards and regulatory compliance.
Under the scope of this international standard, we specialize in identifying various classes of hormones such as estrogens, progestogens, and glucocorticoids. Our laboratory employs advanced analytical techniques to ensure accurate and reliable results. The protocol for analyzing hormone residues involves several critical steps:
- Sampling: We collect samples from fish and seafood products using standardized methods.
- Sample preparation: Samples are processed according to ISO 21060 guidelines, ensuring the integrity of the sample.
- Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS): This technique is used for precise measurement and identification of hormone residues. It ensures high sensitivity and selectivity necessary for detecting even trace amounts of hormones.
- Validation: Each test undergoes rigorous validation to meet the stringent criteria set by ISO 21060, ensuring that results are accurate and reproducible.
The importance of this service cannot be overstated. It plays a crucial role in maintaining consumer trust and ensuring that food products adhere to international safety standards. Compliance with this standard is not only beneficial for the reputation of manufacturers but also essential for regulatory approval and market access.
In summary, our ISO 21060 Hormone Residue Profiling service ensures that fish and seafood products are free from harmful hormone residues. By adhering to this international standard, we provide a robust solution for quality managers, compliance officers, R&D engineers, and procurement teams who need reliable data.
Why It Matters
The presence of hormone residues in fish and seafood can have severe health implications. These residues may disrupt the endocrine system, leading to adverse effects on human health. Regulatory bodies worldwide are increasingly focusing on this issue due to growing public concern about food safety.
- Health Risks: Exposure to excessive levels of hormones like estradiol-17β can lead to reproductive disorders and other health issues.
- Consumer Trust: Ensuring the absence of hormone residues in fish and seafood builds consumer confidence, which is crucial for brand reputation and market success.
- Regulatory Compliance: Adhering to international standards like ISO 21060 helps manufacturers comply with local regulations and avoid potential legal issues.
Moreover, this service supports the broader goal of sustainable food production. By identifying hormone residues early in the supply chain, we can help prevent their spread into larger populations, thus promoting a healthier ecosystem.
In conclusion, ISO 21060 Hormone Residue Profiling is not just about detecting hormones; it's about protecting public health and ensuring compliance with global standards. This service is essential for maintaining the integrity of the food & feed testing sector.
Eurolab Advantages
Our laboratory stands out in providing ISO 21060 Hormone Residue Profiling services due to several key advantages:
- State-of-the-Art Equipment: We utilize cutting-edge LC-MS/MS technology and other advanced analytical instruments that ensure precise measurements.
- Expertise: Our team comprises highly trained scientists with extensive experience in food safety testing, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
- Rigorous Validation: Every test undergoes strict validation to meet the stringent criteria set by ISO 21060, guaranteeing accuracy and reproducibility.
- Compliance: Our services are designed to ensure compliance with international standards, thereby facilitating market access and regulatory approval.
In addition to these technical strengths, we also offer fast turnaround times and detailed reporting that provides actionable insights for our clients. These advantages make us a trusted partner in the food & feed testing sector.
Quality and Reliability Assurance
To ensure the highest level of accuracy and reliability, we follow a stringent quality assurance protocol:
- Calibration: All instruments are regularly calibrated to ensure precise measurements.
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Our laboratory adheres to strict SOPs that are reviewed and updated annually.
- Audits: Internal audits are conducted quarterly to assess compliance with ISO 21060 standards.
- Certification: We maintain our certification through continuous improvement and adherence to international standards.
We also participate in proficiency testing programs, which validate the reliability of our methods. This commitment to quality is what sets us apart in the food & feed testing sector.
