Comprehensive package of tests for heavy metals in dietary supplements

Why is testing of dietary supplements vital?

Nowadays, when dietary supplements are becoming an increasingly popular part of our daily health routine, the issue of their safety and quality takes on special importance. Our dietary supplement testing package is designed for manufacturers, distributors and consumers who value certainty and transparency about product composition.

What does our testing package include?

Our comprehensive testing package focuses on detecting and measuring concentrations of three key heavy metals that may pose a potential threat to consumer health:

Cadmium (Cd) - Limit of quantification (LOQ): 0.01 mg/kg
Lead (Pb) - Limit of quantification (LOQ): 0.01 mg/kg
Mercury (Hg) - Limit of quantification (LOQ): 0,01 mg/kg

Test method: ICP-MS

We use a state-of-the-art inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) method to conduct the tests. This advanced analytical technique allows for extremely precise detection and measurement of heavy metal concentrations even in trace amounts.

Why choose our tests?

Accreditation and reliability

Our laboratories are accredited, which confirms the highest quality and reliability of the tests performed:

Accreditation No. AB 1334 - detailed scope available on the website of the Polish Accreditation Center: https://www.pca.gov.pl/akredytowane-podmioty/akredytacje-aktywne/laboratoria-badawcze/AB%201334,podmiot.html
Accreditation No. S-406 - full scope can be found on our website: https://cdnmedia.eurofins.com/european-east/media/2857299/s-406_749-9148-2021-1_scope.pdf

Precision and sensitivity of tests

Our tests have an extremely low limit of detection (LOQ) of 0.01 mg/kg for each of the metals tested. This means that we have the ability to detect even trace amounts of these substances, which is key to ensuring the safety of dietary supplements.

The importance of testing heavy metals in dietary supplements

Cadmium (Cd)

Cadmium is a heavy metal that can accumulate in the body, leading to serious health problems, including kidney and liver damage. Regular monitoring of its levels in dietary supplements is essential to ensure consumer safety.

Lead (Pb)

Lead is particularly dangerous due to its neurotoxic properties. Even small amounts of this metal can have a negative impact on the development of the nervous system, especially in children. Testing lead levels in supplements is key to protecting public health.

Mercury (Hg)

Mercury, especially in organic form, can cause serious damage to the nervous system. Its presence in dietary supplements must be strictly controlled to ensure consumer safety.

Benefits of conducting tests on dietary supplements

Consumer safety - Testing helps rule out potential threats from heavy metals in supplements.
Regulatory compliance - Regular testing helps manufacturers meet regulatory requirements for product safety.
Building trust - Transparency about the composition and purity of supplements builds consumer trust in the brand.
Quality control - Tests allow monitoring the quality of raw materials and manufacturing processes.
Competitive advantage - The ability to document product safety can be a significant advantage in the dietary supplement market.

Remember that investing in tests on the quality and safety of dietary supplements is first and foremost an expression of concern for the health and well-being of consumers. When you choose our services, you are choosing certainty, professionalism and the highest testing standards.

Testing package of 3 heavy metals in dietary supplements