Key services

• Quantitative analysis of the most significant nitrosamines
• Screening of high-risk food categories, including meat, fish, dairy, cocoa, beer, and processed vegetables
• Support for raw material control, particularly for meat substitutes and plant-based products
• Customised reporting and interpretation aligned with EU and international standards
• Rapid turnaround and crisis support for recalls or regulatory enquiries

Additional services

Eurofins Food & Feed Testing offers a range of specialist services to support product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance:

• Method development and validation for complex matrices and challenging sample types
• Trend monitoring and batch comparison to support long-term quality and safety assurance
• Toxicological risk assessment based on benchmark dose modelling established by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
• Consultancy on minimisation strategies, including formulation improvements and process optimisation
• Supplier audits and documentation support for compliance verification and risk management
• Participation in European Union (EU) monitoring programmes and data collection initiatives

Legal bases and guidelines

• EFSA Scientific Opinion on N-Nitrosamines in Food (2023)