Animal Food & Feeds Testing – METS Laboratories
At METS Laboratories, we offer comprehensive testing services for animal food and feed to ensure they meet national and international safety, nutritional, and quality standards. Our state-of-the-art laboratory supports manufacturers, importers, exporters, and regulatory bodies in assessing feed safety and compliance—helping ensure the health and productivity of animals and the safety of the food chain.
Why Animal Food & Feeds Testing Is Important?
Animal feed directly impacts the health and productivity of livestock, poultry, aquaculture, and pets. Contaminated or nutritionally unbalanced feed can lead to disease, reduced performance, food safety concerns, and financial losses. Regulatory bodies globally mandate strict feed quality testing to prevent:
- Contamination (mycotoxins, pesticides, heavy metals)
- Fraudulent substitution
- Nutritional imbalance
- Antimicrobial resistance from banned substances
What We Test?
• Cattle & poultry feed
• Pet food (dogs, cats, etc.)
• Fish & aquaculture feed
• Premixes & feed additives
• Proximate analysis: Moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash
• Mycotoxins: Aflatoxins, ochratoxin, fumonisins, etc.
• Heavy metals: Lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium
• Pesticide residues
• Veterinary drug residues
Salmonella, E. coli, yeast &mold
• BIS, ISO, FSSAI, APHA, AOAC, Codex, EU & USDA norms
• HPLC, GC-MS, ICP-MS, ELISA, PCR, and classical microbiology
What METS Laboratories Offers?
- ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 accredited testing facility
- Comprehensive chemical, microbiological, and molecular testing
- Fast turnaround times with digital reporting
- Sample pickup and courier assistance
- Advisory support for regulatory compliance and risk assessment
- Custom test panels for client-specific needs (e.g., export testing, pet food labeling, toxicology assessment)
What We Ensure?
- Accurate and reproducible test results
- Compliance with national and global regulatory norms
- End-to-end traceability and confidentiality
- Robust internal quality control and instrument calibration
- Data integrity in alignment with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
- Support in meeting BIS licensing, FSSAI requirements, and international trade regulations
Who It’s For?
Protect Consumers. Satisfy Authorities. Boost Market Confidence.
High-quality feed ensures healthier animals, safe meat/milk/egg production, and consumer trust. Our validated testing helps:
- Prevent outbreaks from contaminated feed
- Prove compliance to authorities and buyers
- Strengthen your brand’s credibility
- Reduce product recalls, trade barriers, and penalties
- Enable market access in EU, US, Middle East & Asia
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you test as per FSSAI/BIS regulations?
Yes. Our methods and reports comply with FSSAI, BIS, and Codex standards for animal feed safety.
What is the sample size required?
Typically 500g–1kg for solids and 500ml for liquids. Contact us for specialized matrices.
How long does testing take?
Standard reports are issued within 5–7 working days. Express testing available on request.
Can you assist in export testing?
Absolutely. We offer test panels aligned with EU, US FDA, and Gulf regulatory requirements.
Is sampling service available?
Yes, we provide on-site and courier-assisted sample collection in selected regions.
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Food Additives & Preservatives Testing
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Fortified Food Testing
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Processed Food Nutrition Value Testing
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Nutraceuticals & Functional Foods Testing
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Residue Analysis
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Bakery & Confectionery Products Testing
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Beverages (Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic) Testing
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Canned & Processed Foods Testing
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Cereals, Pulses & Cereal Products Testing
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Coffee & Cocoa Products Testing
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Dioxin and Furans Testing
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Edible Colours & Flavors Testing
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Edible Oils & Fats Testing
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Edible Salts Testing
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Eggs & Egg Products Testing
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Essential Nutrients Including Vitamins Testing
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Fruit & Fruit Products Testing
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Gelatin And Other Gums Testing
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Herbs, Spices & Condiments Testing
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Honey & Honey Products Testing
