Gelatin And Other Gums Testing – METS Laboratories
At METS Laboratories, we provide comprehensive analytical testing services for gelatin and hydrocolloids (gums) used across food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries. Our testing ensures that these critical ingredients meet international quality, purity, safety, and labelling requirements. We use advanced methodologies aligned with pharmacopeial, ISO, and food safety standards.
Why Gelatin And Other Gums Testing Is Important?
Gelatin and gums like guar gum, xanthan gum, carrageenan, agar, and gum arabic are functional ingredients that impact texture, stability, and shelf life. However, due to their diverse sources and applications, it’s essential to test for:
• Adulteration and authenticity (e.g., pork/beef origin, plant vs. synthetic)
• Microbiological safety
• Heavy metals and toxins
• Functional performance (e.g., gel strength, viscosity)
• Regulatory compliance (Halal, Kosher, E-number, etc.)
Testing ensures product integrity, consumer safety, and compliance with national and international standards.
What We Test?
• Physical: Moisture, Ash, pH, Viscosity, Particle Size
• Chemical: Protein, Gel Strength (Bloom Value), Sulfur Dioxide, Lead, Arsenic, Mercury, Zinc
• Microbiological: Total Plate Count, Yeast & Mold, E. coli, Salmonella, Coliforms
• Residual Solvents (for pharma-grade gelatin)
• Species Identification (DNA-based for animal origin detection)
• Functional Tests: Swelling Index, Gelling & Thickening Power
• ISO, AOAC, USP, BP, JP, IP Methods
• FTIR, ICP-MS, UV-Vis, HPLC, GC, PCR-based DNA Testing
• Food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade gelatin
• Hydrocolloids: Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum, Agar, Carrageenan, Locust Bean Gum, Gum Arabic
• Supplements, capsules, jellies, beverages, dairy and meat analogs
What METS Laboratories Offers?
• End-to-end testing for raw materials, in-process samples, and final products
• Customized testing plans based on product application and regulatory market
• Halal/Kosher certification assistance through validated origin testing
• Technical support in label compliance and functional specification matching
• Rapid turnaround with digitally traceable reporting
What We Ensure?
- Accuracy and traceability with ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 accredited methods
- Sample integrity and confidentiality at every step
- Risk mitigation for product recalls and import/export rejections
- Confidence in meeting FSSAI, EU, US FDA, Codex, and Pharmacopeial standards
- Support for clean-label and plant-based claims
Who It’s For?
Protect Consumers. Satisfy Authorities. Boost Market Confidence.
With increasing scrutiny on ingredient authenticity and allergen cross-contamination, testing gelatin and gums is no longer optional. METS Laboratories empowers you to:
• Avoid regulatory penalties and recalls
• Uphold brand integrity
• Meet export documentation needs
• Gain consumer trust with transparency and quality claims
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you test whether gelatin is from porcine or bovine origin?
Yes. We use PCR-based species identification to detect the animal source of gelatin.
Do you provide testing for vegan or plant-based claims?
Absolutely. We test for animal-origin contaminants and validate plant-based hydrocolloids.
What is the lead time for testing?
Typically 4–7 working days depending on the parameter list. Express services are available.
Are your methods accepted internationally?
Yes, we follow USP, IP, BP, JP, ISO, AOAC and Codex methodologies based on client needs.
Can you help with compliance documentation for exports?
Yes, we provide COAs, method validation data, and assist with country-specific documentation.
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