Flavour
Integrity issues
- non-compliance with the regulatory definition, as laid down in the EU regulation 1334/2008 or equivalent, and/or explanatory industry guidelines (IOFI, EFFA, etc.), especially regarding the central issue of naturality
- presence and amount of biologically active / allergenic substances
Potential threat to public health
Some flavouring substances may have negative health impacts: some have been classified as allergens, and must be labelled on perfumes and cosmetic products, and some others have been defined as “biologically active compounds”, for which a maximum concentration threshold is defined in the Annexe III of the EC Regulation 1334/2008.
To preserve Flavour reputation and consumer health, monitor their integrity through analytical testing
Our expertise
Our laboratory has been deeply involved in flavour testing since more than 30 years, with a worldwide footprint. Our experts participate in a dedicated working group (SNIAA) to optimize knowledge about analytical methods and define an interpretation frame.
Eurofins companies support the Flavour sector, with the commitment to better serve you and to reply to all your issues with our very wide portfolio of testing.
Eurofins Network Offer
| Testing requests | Methods |
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Check the naturality / precursors of pure molecules (e.g. vanillin, benzaldehyde, anethole, etc.) |
Chiral GC-MS |
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Vanilla extracts & aromas authenticity |
Stable Isotopes testing (SNIF-NMR and IRMS) |
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Check the designations "Natural X Flavouring" (fruit, mint), natural aroma |
Gas Chromatography coupled with Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), including chiral analysis |
| Quantitative monitoring of Biologically active compounds & potential allergens | |
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Integrity of essential oils |
Gas Chromatography coupled with Flame Isonisation Detection (GC-FID) chiral analysis coupled with Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) |
FOODINTEGRITY HANDBOOK
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