Sugar & Sugar Products Testing

Sugar & Sugar Products Testing – METS Laboratories

At METS Laboratories, we understand the importance of ensuring the purity, safety, and quality of sugar and sugar-based products. Whether it’s crystalline white sugar, brown sugar, syrups, jaggery, or confectionery items, our advanced analytical services help food producers, suppliers, and regulators validate that sugar products meet national and international standards. With cutting-edge instruments, validated methods, and a dedicated team of experts, METS Laboratories provides comprehensive testing solutions for the entire spectrum of sugar and sugar-containing products.

Why Sugar & Sugar Products Testing In Food Is Important?

Sugar is not just a sweetener—it is a functional ingredient affecting taste, texture, shelf life, and even microbial stability. Due to its widespread use in food and beverages, ensuring the quality and safety of sugar products is essential:
• Detection of impurities such as sulphur, heavy metals, and microbial contamination.
• Authentication of product quality to avoid adulteration with cheaper substitutes.
• Compliance with FSSAI, BIS, Codex, and other regulatory standards.
• Assurance of nutritional labelling accuracy (e.g., total sugars, added sugars).
• Protection against food fraud and enhancement of traceability.
• Preservation of brand integrity and consumer trust.
Inaccurate or untested sugar inputs can impact the quality and legality of the final food product. That’s why regular, reliable testing is crucial.

What We Test?

Types of Products:

• White Refined Sugar
• Raw Sugar / Brown Sugar
• Jaggery / Gur
• Liquid Glucose / Invert Sugar
• High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS)
• Molasses and Sugar Syrups
• Sugar-based Confectionery

Key Parameters Tested:

a) Chemical Parameters
• Moisture Content
• pH and Acidity
• Polarity and Purity
• Total Sugar / Reducing Sugar
• Sulphur Dioxide Content
• Ash Content
• Conductivity
• Heavy Metals (Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury)
b) Microbiological Testing
• Total Plate Count
• Yeast & Mold Count
• Coliforms / E. coli
• Salmonella spp.
c) Adulteration and Quality Checks
• Synthetic Sweeteners (e.g., Saccharin, Cyclamate)
• Colorants or Dyes
• Added Starch or Foreign Material
d) Nutritional and Labelling Parameters
• Energy (kcal)
• Carbohydrates (g)
• Sugars (g), Added Sugars
• Optional: Vitamin Fortification

Testing Methods Used:

• Polarimetry
• Gravimetry
• Spectrophotometry (UV/Vis)
• HPLC / GC-MS
• ICP-OES / AAS
• Titration Methods
• Microbiological Culture Techniques (ISO/IS/FSSAI methods)

What METS Laboratories Offers?

METS Laboratories offers fully customizable, ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 accredited testing services for sugar and sugar products:
• Routine and specialized chemical analysis
• Microbial safety screening
• Adulteration detection and authenticity testing
• Nutritional profiling for labels
• Support for FSSAI / BIS certification compliance
• Regulatory documentation and COA (Certificate of Analysis)
• Quick turnaround times with express testing options
• Expert consultation on results and compliance
Whether you’re a manufacturer, importer, brand owner, or exporter, we provide solutions aligned with your product type and target market.

What We Ensure?

Accuracy: Use of validated international and national methods (FSSAI, BIS, ICUMSA, Codex, AOAC).
Reliability: Calibration and validation of instruments by trained professionals.
Traceability: Proper sample handling and chain-of-custody procedures.
Confidentiality: Strict data protection and report integrity.
Compliance: Support in meeting regulatory and customer-specific standards.
Transparency: Clear, well-documented test reports with expert review.

Who It’s For?

Sugar Mills and Refineries
Food and Beverage Manufacturers
Confectionery and Bakery Producers
Food Importers and Exporters
Government and Regulatory Bodies
Third-party Auditors and Certification Agencies
Retail Chains and Private Labels
Research and Educational Institutions

Protect Consumers. Satisfy Authorities. Boost Market Confidence.

Ensuring the safety and quality of sugar products isn’t just about compliance—it’s about trust. At METS Laboratories, we help you:
• Safeguard consumers from harmful adulterants and contamination.
• Meet domestic and international food safety standards.
• Strengthen your brand’s reputation with clean, tested ingredients.
• Demonstrate due diligence during audits and inspections.
• Reduce recalls, rejections, and regulatory penalties.
• Enter new markets with confidence through globally accepted results.
Sugar may be sweet, but the stakes are serious. We help you stay ahead with science.

Frequently Asked Questions

What standards do you follow for sugar testing?

We follow a range of standards including FSSAI, BIS (IS 5982, IS 11206), ICUMSA methods, Codex Alimentarius, AOAC, and ISO standards depending on the product type and client requirement.

How much sample do you require?

Typically, we require 250–500 grams of solid sugar samples or 250 mL for liquid sugar products. Specific requirements will be shared upon request.

How long does testing take?

Our standard turnaround time is 5–7 working days. Expedited testing (within 2–3 days) is available upon request and feasibility.

Can you help with FSSAI compliance or label claims?

Yes. We offer full FSSAI label claim verification, nutritional testing, and preparation of documents for product registration or market release.

Do you offer pickup services?

Yes, we offer sample pickup services in select locations or can guide you on safe sample dispatch to our facility.

Are your reports accepted by authorities?

Absolutely. As an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory, our reports are widely accepted by regulatory bodies, food safety authorities, and certification agencies.

Can I get expert help interpreting results?

Of course. Our technical team will walk you through the findings, clarify any queries, and provide recommendations if corrective actions are needed.

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