Herbs, Spices & Condiments Testing – METS Laboratories
At METS Laboratories, we specialize in comprehensive testing of herbs, spices, and condiments to ensure their safety, quality, authenticity, and compliance with national and international standards. From raw spices to finished blends, our robust testing protocols support regulatory requirements and brand assurance for both domestic and international markets.
Why Herbs, Spices & Condiments Testing Is Important?
Herbs and spices are consumed globally and often originate from diverse geographic locations, making them susceptible to contamination, adulteration, and mislabelling. Testing is crucial to:
• Detect pesticide residues and heavy metals
• Prevent food fraud and adulteration (e.g., lead chromate in turmeric)
• Ensure microbial safety (e.g., Salmonella, E. coli)
• Verify label claims (purity, origin, active ingredients)
• Comply with FSSAI, ISO, EU, Codex, and US FDA regulations
What We Test?
• Whole & ground spices (turmeric, cumin, pepper, etc.)
• Herbs (basil, thyme, mint, etc.)
• Blended condiments (masalas, chutneys, sauces)
• Pesticide residues (GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS)
• Heavy metals (As, Pb, Cd, Hg – ICP-MS/AAS)
• Microbial contaminants (Salmonella, E. coli, Yeasts & Molds)
• Mycotoxins (Aflatoxins, Ochratoxin)
• Adulterants (synthetic colors, starches, chalk powder, brick dust)
• Nutritional labelling and composition analysis
• Essential oil content and volatile oils
• Moisture, ash, pH, total plate count
AOAC, ISO, FSSAI, BIS, USP, in-house validated methods
What METS Laboratories Offers?
• ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited testing facility
• Rapid TAT and digital reporting
• Customizable test packages based on export/import requirements
• Expert advisory for compliance and certification
• Sample collection support & courier coordination
• R&D support for new formulation development & stability testing
What We Ensure?
Who It’s For?
Protect Consumers. Satisfy Authorities. Boost Market Confidence.
Testing herbs, spices, and condiments with METS Laboratories empowers you to:
• Safeguard public health by detecting harmful residues and contaminants
• Build regulatory trust through compliance documentation
• Prevent costly recalls and brand damage
• Strengthen supply chain transparency and traceability
• Enhance consumer loyalty by assuring safety, taste, and quality
Frequently Asked Questions
How much sample do I need to submit?
Typically 200–500 grams; contact us for product-specific requirements.
How long does testing take?
Standard reports: 5–7 working days. Priority services available.
Are your results accepted internationally?
Yes, we are ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited. Our reports are widely accepted globally.
Do you help with export documentation?
Yes. We support CoA, health certificates, and export-specific regulatory documentation.
Can METS test for adulteration in traditional spice blends?
Absolutely. We offer targeted adulteration and authenticity profiling based on your product type.
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