Food Authenticity Identification

Service Overview

Our service focuses on thorough examination of finished food items for mislabeling and discrepancies between asserted and actual contents. We spot unauthorized combinations of constituents, adulterating agents, and claims of different places of origins through molecular, chemical, and isotopic analyses. Substantiated compliance with regulations, ethical procurement practices as well as protection of the environment from negative consequences of Ponzi production are thus enabled.

• DNA Based Identification: Next generation sequencing (NGS) and DNA barcoding are used in analyzing the substitution or contamination of specific proteins by targeting genus and species specific DNA markers.
• Spectroscopic Profiling: The molecular fingerprints which are characteristic of particular substances and enable the quick detection of certain adulterants, such as artificial colors or other unwanted additives, are defined with the use of Infrared (FTIR) and Raman spectroscopy.
• Isotopic analysis: measurement of the ratio of stable isotopes, known as SIRA, of elements such as C, N, and O traces specific geographies by correlating isotopic signatures with the region's environment.

• High specificity: The presence of multiple layers of validation minimizes false positives and negatives.
• Multi-technology integration: Cross verification increases building blocks for complex matrices.
• Speed: Automation allows workflows to be started and results delivered in less than 3 days, normally.
• Scalability: Usable protocols for bulk and targeted testing increases adaptability.

• Water Conservation: Decreased consumption of fresh-water from 30-50% by a validated closed-loop system.
• Cost Saving: Reduced carbon footprint by more efficient energy using tested working methods.
• Regulatory Alignment: Assistance for UN SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) and ESG reporting.

We offer a comprehensive suite of food authenticity identification services, including:

• Ingredient Authentication: Validation of raw material composition.
• Adulterant Screening: Detection of undeclared additives or diluents.
• Geographic Origin Certification: Verification of regional claims (e.g., Protected Designation of Origin).