Acrylamide testing

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has identified acrylamide in food as a potential carcinogen. To regulate the presence of acrylamide, the EU has set indicative values in certain foodstuffs. At Eurofins Food & Feed Testing, we offer expert analysis to support you in meeting these legal requirements.

Key services

  • Comprehensive analysis of acrylamide in all relevant food matrices using 2D-LC-MS/MS
  • Low limit of quantification (LOQ) down to 5 µg/kg for sensitive product categories
  • Testing in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2017/2158
  • Fast turnaround times and reliable reporting
  • Support in sampling strategies and process optimization
  • Comparing analytical results against reference levels for various food categories
  • Multilingual reporting and international logistics support

Additional services

Beyond standard testing, we offer a range of complementary services to support your acrylamide management strategy:

  • Process validation and optimisation to reduce acrylamide formation
  • Raw material screening to identify high-risk ingredients
  • Expert consultation for mitigation strategies and recipe adjustments
  • Shelf-life studies to monitor acrylamide development over time
  • Training and workshops for your quality and R&D teams
  • Customised research projects in collaboration with our scientific experts
  • Preparation kitchen services for realistic simulation of cooking processes

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Would you like to find out more about our testing solutions, or do you need tailored analytical support? Contact us today to get in touch with our experts.

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