Key services

• Quantitative analysis of bisphenol A (BPA) and related compounds (e.g. BPB, BPS, BPF) in food, packaging, and raw materials
• Detection of a large range of phthalates (e.g. DEHP, DBP, DINP, DIDP), adipates (e.g. DEHA, DEA, DIBA), phosphates, citrates and DINCH in food contact materials and foodstuffs
• Low limits of quantification (LOQ): plasticisers down to 0.1 mg/kg depending on the substance using; bisphenols down to 1 µg/kg – depending on the substance, UHPLC-ESI-MS/MS, different substance scopes available
• Analysis of chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs, MCCPs) used as plasticisers and flame retardants
• Migration testing for plasticisers and bisphenols from packaging into food simulants
• Screening of food and feed, including oils, fats, fish products, and food supplements for contamination with plasticisers
• Customised reporting and interpretation aligned with EU and international regulations

Additional services

In addition to standard testing, Eurofins Food & Feed Testing offers:

• Consulting on packaging optimisation to reduce migration risks
• Supplier audits and raw material screening to prevent contamination at the source
• Batch comparison and trend monitoring for quality assurance
• Support in crisis situations, including rapid testing and regulatory communication