Fortified Food Testing – METS Laboratories
At METS Laboratories, we provide comprehensive testing services for fortified food products to ensure they meet regulatory compliance, quality standards, and consumer expectations. Our testing portfolio supports manufacturers, importers, exporters, and brand owners to validate the presence and stability of added vitamins, minerals, and other micronutrients in a wide range of food matrices.
Why Fortified Food Testing Is Important?
Food fortification is a key public health strategy to combat micronutrient deficiencies. Fortified food testing is essential for:
• Ensuring label claims are accurate and verifiable.
• Complying with FSSAI, Codex, WHO, and global regulatory requirements.
• Monitoring shelf-life stability and nutrient retention.
• Preventing over-fortification and related health risks.
• Supporting product development and reformulation.
What We Test?
• Vitamins: A, B-complex (B1, B2, B3, B6, B9, B12), C, D, E, K
• Minerals: Iron, Zinc, Calcium, Iodine, Selenium, Magnesium
• Omega-3 & DHA content
• Amino acid profiling
• Bioavailability assessments
• Milk & Dairy
• Edible Oils
• Cereals & Grains
• Bakery & Snacks
• Infant Nutrition
• Beverages & Juices
• Nutraceuticals & Supplements
• HPLC, ICP-OES, GC-MS, UV-Vis Spectrophotometry
• AOAC, ISO, BIS, and in-house validated methods
What METS Laboratories Offers?
• Full-suite micronutrient analysis as per FSSAI Fortification Standards
• Customized testing protocols for diverse product matrices
• Shelf-life stability testing and retention studies
• Label verification and nutrient compliance
• Method development and validation services
• Technical consultancy and documentation support
What We Ensure?
Who It’s For?
Protect Consumers. Satisfy Authorities. Boost Market Confidence.
• Fortified foods must be both safe and efficacious.
• Testing builds credibility with regulators and consumers.
• METS Laboratories empowers you to:
• Avoid non-compliance penalties
• Build consumer trust with verified claims
• Expand in domestic and global markets
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the regulations for fortified food in India?
The Food Safety and Standards (Fortification of Foods) Regulations, 2018, issued by FSSAI, outline standards for fortification of staples such as milk, oil, wheat flour, rice, and salt.
How often should fortified products be tested?
Regular testing is recommended at batch release, and periodically for shelf-life and regulatory compliance checks.
Can METS help in developing fortified formulations?
Yes, our technical team offers support in method development, formulation validation, and stability studies.
Are the testing reports acceptable for export requirements?
Yes, our reports are ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 accredited and widely accepted by national and international authorities.
Do you test for overages and nutrient loss?
Yes, we conduct overage analysis and retention studies to assess nutrient degradation over time.
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Food Additives & Preservatives 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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Animal Food & Feeds Testing
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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
