Chemistry Testing
AsureQuality’s chemistry testing laboratory is the largest in the southern hemisphere and offers the latest technology, led by a team of internationally recognised scientists.
Our services support food, dairy, meat, fresh produce, wine and pharmaceutical manufacturers to ensure their products:
- Meet national and international codes, standards, or regulations
- Comply with labelling requirements to support nutritional claims
- Adhere to manufacturing, quality control, and quality assurance practices
We also provide technical leadership and advice for method development and validation.
Our extensive testing portfolio offers a range of chemical analyses covering compositional, nutritional, functional ingredients, and safety-related compounds. For specific details about the range of matrices and tests, please contact us.
Nutrition Information Panels
A Nutrition Information Panel (NIP) is the table that is printed on food packaging. It outlines for consumers the key nutritional values of the product so that they can make informed purchasing decisions. We provide laboratory testing on food products that will give you the information needed to populate this table on your packaging.
A basic NIP reflects the food labelling regulations set by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). Under these regulations the nutritional labelling of any food product must contain information about seven key nutrient components:
- Protein
- Total Fat
- Saturated Fat
- Carbohydrates
- Energy
- Sugar
- Sodium
Moisture and ash are also included in the basic NIP. These tests are needed to calculate the carbohydrate and energy values. It is not required that these tests be listed on the product labelling.
For more information on NIPs visit the Food Standards website. (external link)
Allergen testing
Accurate allergen labelling on food products is critical for individuals managing food allergies and intolerances. AsureQuality offers a comprehensive allergen testing service to help manufacturers ensure compliance with food labelling requirements, maintain consumer trust and avoid costly recalls.
We offer testing for a full range of allergens, including dairy, egg, tree nuts, gluten and shellfish. We can test sample types including food and ingredients / raw materials, as well as environmental swabs to ensure the safety of your production environment. All testing is performed at our Auckland Food Laboratory.
To discuss your requirements, please contact our team at testing@asurequality.com or visit Sample submission for information about sample submission.
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