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What to Look for in an Independent Testing Lab
Is the lab interested in helping you build a reputable, high-quality supplement? Are they willing to answer your questions in a respectful and timely manner? Do they clearly communicate and stick ...
Read moreBrand owners and contract manufacturers go to great lengths to produce a finished product that meets consumer needs. That same product can then remain on a shelf for a long time. Determining if th...
Read moreBenefits of UV-VIS Spectroscopy
UV-Vis spectroscopy is a valid stand-alone means to determine and quantify nutrients and other components. In some instances, USP standards specify UV-Vis testing. Further interferences are decrea...
Read moreFourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
FTIR testing provides a cost-effective and versatile method for quick confirmation anaylsis. High-quality products start with high-quality ingredients. Build your product's reputation for clean and...
Read moreThe Benefits of ICP-MSÂ for Dietary Supplements and Food
There is nothing more expensive for a company than a recall. Public safety issues cause recalls. When recalls happen, the brand owner eats every cost associated with producing and distributing thei...
Read moreIdentity and Concentration Testing with HPLC
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), formerly referred to as high-pressure liquid chromatography, is a technique in analytical chemistry used to separate, identify, and quantify each comp...
Read moreBefore marketing, viscosity testing ensures final product texture and thickness to meet consumer expectations and satisfaction.Â
Read moreWater Activity vs. Moisture Content
Two different water testing procedures are used on food products, dietary supplements, and cosmetics to provide a complete picture. These two tests are water activity (aw) measurement and moisture ...
Read moreTo meet your product’s legal requirements for quality, stability, and packaging, turn to CTLA for all your moisture content testing needs. We conduct moisture content testing for food, dietary supp...
Read moreLaboratory testing is a necessary expense that protects public safety. However, conducting unnecessary tests adds costs to the final product. Knowing a product’s aw helps owners determine the appro...
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