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Chemistry, Allergen, & Heavy Metal Testing

AEMTEK provides a range of chemistry testing including Heavy Metals, protein, fat analysis, and more. Our in-house chemistry testing for food and beverage products enables us to be your one-stop shop for all routine testing needs.
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Food Chemistry

AEMTEK utilizes the latest technologies for accurate chemistry analysis with rapid turnaround times. Common analyses include:
  • Fat
  • Protein
  • pH
  • Water Activity
  • Moisture
  • Allergens
  • Mycotoxins
  • SDS-PAGE
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Allergens Information

AEMTEK can test food and allergen swab samples for the following allergens.

Allergen
Qualitative
Quantitative
Gluten
N/A
✔
Hazelnut
✔
✔
Milk
✔
✔
Egg
✔
✔
Almond
✔
✔
Soy
✔
✔
Peanut
✔
✔

Heavy Metals

Heavy metals such as cadmium, arsenic, mercury and lead are all considered toxic and have adverse effects in human metabolism.

Heavy metals in the environment enter the food chain when they bio-accumulate in plants and animals that become food sources. Testing ingredients and finished products for concentrations of heavy metal contamination is an important part of ensuring the food is safe for consumption.

Accurately quantifying heavy metals is not only vital to food safety and consumer health, but can also help identify contaminants and provide important data for process improvement and chemical product formulation development. In addition, it can be used to deter fraudulent labeling of a food’s origin, since the metal content can be used to identify derivation.

Method For Heavy Metal Analysis

AEMTEK analyzes heavy metals by ICP-MS. Our ICP-MS can detect up to 30 elements. This system offers accurate multi-element determinations to the parts-per-billion (ppb) level with a wide linear range. For samples that are not easily solubilized, we utilize an Anton Paar closed-vessel microwave digestion system.

Sensitivity and Detection Limits

Element
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium, Lead, Mercury, Selenium, Cerium, Cobalt, Manganese, and Nickel
0.01
0.01
Zinc
0.4
0.4
Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Sodium, Magnesium, Aluminum
2
2
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.01
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.01
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.01
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.01
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.01
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.01
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.01
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.01
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.01
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.01
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.01
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.01
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.01
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.01
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.01
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.01
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.01
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.01
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.01
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.01
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
0.04
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
0.04
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
2
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
2
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
2
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
2
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
2
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
2
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
2
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
2
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
2
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
2
Detection Limit for Food (ppm)
2
Detection Limit for Water (ppb)
2
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Scoville Heat Testing

Our cutting-edge technology allows us to analyze and quantify capsaicinoids in chili peppers and hot sauces, providing you with the most reliable Scoville ratings. Whether you’re a hot sauce manufacturer striving for consistency or a grower looking to rank your peppers, our HPLC testing ensures you have the exact data you need to measure and appreciate the fiery intensity of your peppers and products.

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Oil Uptake Testing

What is Oil Uptake testing?

Oil Uptake testing is a means of identifying the nutritional information of a product after frying.

For which products is Oil Uptake testing applicable?

This method is applicable for fried products where the nutritional information of the unfried product and oil used for frying are both known.

How is Oil Uptake testing performed?

When performing Oil Uptake testing, our laboratory analyzes a raw (unfried) and fried sample of the same product. Both samples are tested for Moisture and Fat content. This data is then used by AEMTEK to calculate the amount of oil that was absorbed during the frying process. Knowing the amount of oil absorbed during frying enables us to accurately calculate the nutritional value of the product after frying. This replaces the need to send fried products out for full nutritional analysis, which can cost upwards of $1,000 per product.

Why is Oil Uptake testing better than Full Nutritional Analysis?

Full nutritional analysis can cost upwards of $1,000 per product. In contrast, Oil Uptake testing provides the nutritional information of products, after frying, at about 20% of the cost.

What is the cost of oil uptake testing per product?

Please contact us for current pricing.

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Deep Technical Expertise

Get help solving your most complicated challenges from our team of seasoned industry professionals and Ph.D. scientists. We have experience in every aspect of laboratory testing, from chemistry and microbiology to product formulation and processing technology.

Direct Access to Experts

Gain more confidence in your product and food safety decisions by taking advantage of easy access to our Ph.D. scientists. We make sure our knowledgeable staff is easily accessible to address all your questions and provide advice in a timely manner, so you can do your job more efficiently.

A Partner in Growth

Work with a laboratory that cares about your business. For almost two decades, we have partnered with a range of companies to help solve challenges and support company growth. From early start-ups to established names, AEMTEK tailors it’s services to support your goals.

Reliable & Accurate Results

Breathe easier and sleep more soundly recognizing AEMTEK’s focus on analytical integrity.

We use the latest accredited methods and state-of-the-art equipment to deliver only the most accurate and reliable results to our clients.

Competitive Pricing & Fast TATs

Get results faster at competitive prices. All microbiology samples are prepped immediately upon arrival to ensure the quickest turnaround times possible.

Our chemistry testing has quick standard turnaround times.

Top-of-the-line Customer Care

Experience industry leading customer service. Get prompt replies to your questions whether via email, phone, or through our website chat. Our knowledgeable staff knows the importance of timeliness in the manufacturing industry and is here to address your questions and requests with speed and a smiling face.

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Laboratory Accreditations

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Analyses are performed using various rapid and classical methods, including the FDA Bacteriological Analytical Manual (BAM), the Compendium of Methods for the Microbiological Examination of Foods, the APHA Standard Methods for the Examination of Dairy Products, and the AOAC International Official Methods of Analysis. We employ rigid quality assurance guidelines in all testing. We offer modern rapid methods of analysis for reliable, timely results. Reports are electronically generated in a user-friendly language and format. In addition, our scientists are always ready to answer your questions and address your concerns.