Proficiency testing “Consumer goods / packaging”
With our proficiency testing program for consumer goods and packaging, we offer you a comprehensive selection of various matrices (food contact materials (FCM), textiles, jewelry, toys, cosmetics and much more). Nearly 250 proficiency tests from the following disciplines are available to choose from:
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e.g. for ingredients and additives, residues and contaminants (e.g. mineral oil), migration, extraction
For 2026, we have expanded our range of proficiency tests to include emission testing and testing for additives and contaminants (e.g., phthalates, UV absorbers, chlorinated paraffins, brominated flame retardants) in various matrices.
immunological, molecular biological, microbiological testing
e.g. harmful and indicator organisms (including aerobic spore formers, thermophilic bacteria, yeasts and molds) and risk group 2 pathogens (including S. aureus, Ps. aeruginosa, C. albicans) in real matrices.
Under the keyword “hygiene monitoring,” we expanded our product portfolio in surface testing in 2026 to include the testing of swab samples (detection of Salmonella spp. and Listeria spp.) and overshoes (detection of Salmonella spp.). Furthermore, the product group “Personal Protective Equipment” was added to the section through proficiency testing for protective gloves in laboratories and healthcare (ISO 374-2 and ISO 16604).
organoleptic (sensory) testing
e.g. for food contact materials (FCM), paper/ cardboard, threshold testinge.g. for food contact materials (FCM), paper/ cardboard, threshold testing
The following matrices are available:
consumer goods with food contact (FCM)
e.g. plastics, plastic film, paper and board, kitchen utensils and dishes, canning, glass, printing ink
consumer goods with body contact
e.g. cosmetics, leather, textiles, jewellry, toys, tattoo ink
Reference Material Consumer goods / packaging:
As an addition to our proficiency tests, we offer certified reference materials. This material is available in all areas where proficiency testing is offered. The application possibilities are manifold, whether for keeping control charts, for validation between two proficiency test participations or for training of employees.
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