ISO 29435 Multi-Residue Screening in Beverages
The ISO 29435 standard provides a robust framework for multi-residue screening of pesticides in beverages. This service is essential for ensuring the safety and compliance of agricultural products used in beverage manufacturing processes. Compliance with this standard helps protect public health by minimizing exposure to harmful pesticide residues.
Our laboratory utilizes advanced analytical techniques, including Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), which offers high sensitivity and selectivity necessary for detecting a wide range of pesticides at trace levels. This approach ensures accurate identification and quantification of multiple pesticides simultaneously without the need to run separate analyses for each compound.
The testing process involves several key steps: sample preparation, extraction, clean-up, and finally, analysis by LC-MS/MS. Sample preparation is critical as it directly impacts the accuracy of results obtained from subsequent analytical processes. Properly extracting target analytes while minimizing interference from non-target compounds ensures reliable data.
The acceptance criteria for this test are stringent, aligning with international guidelines set forth in ISO 29435. Results must fall within specified limits to be considered compliant with regulatory requirements. Our laboratory adheres strictly to these standards throughout every phase of testing, ensuring accurate and consistent results.
Beverage manufacturers rely heavily on pesticide residue testing due to increasing concerns over food safety and quality. By implementing ISO 29435-compliant practices early in their supply chain management processes, companies can reduce risks associated with harmful pesticide residues entering finished products destined for consumer markets.
Our multi-residue screening service supports various sectors within the food & feed industry, including dairy producers, beverage manufacturers, and agricultural suppliers. With our expertise in handling complex matrices like juices, teas, and wines, we provide reliable data that helps maintain brand integrity and trust among consumers.
Applied Standards
| Standard | Description |
|---|---|
| ISO 29435:2018 | Multiresidue screening of pesticides in food and feed products using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry. |
| EU Directive 2002/657/EC | Regulation concerning the placing of plant protection products on the market. |
| Methodology | Description |
|---|---|
| Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) | Analytical technique used for precise detection and quantification of pesticide residues. |
| Sample Preparation Techniques | Involves extraction, clean-up procedures to isolate target analytes from matrix components. |
Why Choose This Test
The ISO 29435 multi-residue screening test is crucial for beverage manufacturers seeking to comply with stringent regulatory requirements and ensure product safety. By incorporating this service into their quality control programs, companies can demonstrate commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety.
Our laboratory offers several advantages over traditional single-residue testing methods. For instance, we perform simultaneous analysis of multiple pesticides rather than conducting individual tests for each compound separately. This efficiency not only saves time but also reduces costs associated with repetitive lab work.
In addition to saving resources and improving operational efficiency, our multi-residue screening service enhances overall product quality by providing comprehensive insights into potential contamination risks. Manufacturers who implement this testing approach early in their production processes can identify issues promptly and take corrective actions before they affect final products.
Compliance with ISO 29435 ensures that all tested samples meet stringent international standards, thereby protecting public health from harmful pesticide residues. By partnering with us for your multi-residue screening needs, you gain access to state-of-the-art facilities equipped with experienced personnel and cutting-edge technology.
Quality and Reliability Assurance
We understand the importance of accurate and reliable test results when it comes to pesticide residue analysis. That's why we have implemented robust quality assurance measures throughout our entire testing process—from sample receipt through final reporting.
To maintain consistency in our analytical methods, we follow strict protocols established by ISO 29435. These guidelines ensure that all samples are handled uniformly across different batches and laboratories. Our trained technicians use standardized procedures to prepare extracts, perform clean-ups, and conduct analyses using LC-MS/MS instrumentation.
The accuracy of our results is further enhanced through rigorous quality control checks at various stages of the testing process. We employ internal controls such as duplicate runs on reference materials and inter-laboratory comparisons against certified reference standards provided by reputable organizations like NIST (National Institute of Standards & Technology).
In addition, we maintain detailed documentation for each test conducted under ISO 29435, including sample identification information, method parameters, instrument settings, operator notes, and final results. This comprehensive record-keeping allows us to trace any discrepancies back to their source if needed.
