Food Testing UK | April News

New | Expanded UK food dye testing now includes solid foods

Eurofins' accredited testing for water-soluble artificial colours now includes both liquid and solid food matrices. Previously limited to liquid samples such as soft drinks, this advanced testing method has been extended to cover a much broader range of food types including starchy and complex foods.

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New | Milk protein allergen test by ELISA

We are pleased to announce that we have a new method for milk allergen testing at our UK laboratories. This new method uses a sensitive ELISA-based approach for the combined detection of both casein and beta-lactoglobulin, the two major milk proteins that are known allergens.

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New | PCR allergen testing for Celery, Soya & Mustard

We have now launched new PCR allergen testing methods for the detection of celery, soya and mustard in food, swabs and rinse water samples. The PCR tests offer improved specificity and help to reduce cross-reactivity issues which can sometimes be seen with ELISA-based testing, especially in complex food matrices.

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Issue 8 | Risk insights newsletter

The latest edition of our Risk Insights Newsletter from our Eurofins Food Compliance and Risk Management Team is now available.

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Sustainable marketing update | Moving from paper to digital

As part of our commitment to sustainability and Eurofins’ global target of achieving net zero by 2025, Eurofins Food Testing UK is reducing reliance on printed materials.

Going forward, when you meet us at events or in person, you’ll have the option to access a digital collection of our marketing leaflets via a QR code instead of taking printed copies.

This simple change helps cut down on paper waste while making it easier for you to keep and share our most recent materials.

Thank you for supporting our journey towards more sustainable practices.

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Waste legislation | Supporting new waste laws with enhanced site practices

As of 1st April, new waste legislation has come into effect requiring stricter on-site waste segregation. Eurofins is fully committed to meeting these new standards and continuing to improve our environmental impact.

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Celebrating commitment | Long service wall

Our Wolverhampton site has unveiled a Long Service Wall, celebrating the experience and loyalty of our incredible and highly experienced teams across our Food and Water Hygiene Testing businesses. The wall highlights years of dedication across the business, with more significant milestones to come.

Events | Where to find us in 2025

PATS Pet & Aquatics Tradeshow | NEC, Birmingham | 28-30 September

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Online food training courses 2025 | Book your place

• NEW Understanding Microbiological Results and Setting Action Limits: 7 May
• Bacteria & Co for the bewildered; ‘a beginners’ guide to food microbiology’: 8 May
• Insights into Shelf Life: 3 June
• NEW Listeria: Hazard Awareness, Monitoring, and Principles of Control: 4 June

Note: Our training courses are available including an optional assessment. Where applicable, to select courses without an assessment visit our training & events calendar.

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