Specialized Lab Services

Cape Town & Johannesburg

ESTABLISHED IN 2007

One of the most advanced chemical and microbiological laboratories in Africa

Our objective is to provide a comprehensive range of analyses for the food related industries under one roof. We continuously add new methods and tests as the market evolves and new client needs are identified. We engage with our clients on their requirements as their input guides our new test development program.

Our Services

SPEAK TO THE EXPERTS

From Consulting to a comprehensive range of Analytical Services

Our specialists provide consultation on the assessments and advise on environmental hygiene management programmes, interpretation of analytical results and advice on nutritional analyses, as well as assistance with pathogen management in production facilities. We also offer a comprehensive range of chemical, nutritional, vitamin, pesticide MRL, routine food microbiological, food pathogen analyses.

Latest News

Pharmaceutical manufacturing facility illustrating pharmaceutical GMP compliance and quality control processes.News
July 9, 2026

Why Pharmaceutical GMP Compliance Matters for Quality and Patient Safety

Pharmaceutical Good ManufacturingGMP compliance is the foundation of safe, high-quality medicine manufacturing. By ensuring that products are consistently produced, monitored, and documented according to regulatory standards, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)…
Independent laboratory testing helps verify nutritional claims, support food compliance, and protect consumer trust.News
July 6, 2026

Nutritional claims verification: Protecting food integrity and consumer trust

The global food industry is experiencing a significant shift in consumer expectations. Nutritional information is no longer viewed as a simple compliance requirement on the back of a pack. For…
Laboratory technician performing food microbiological testing to detect foodborne pathogens and ensure food and beverage safety in South Africa.News
June 30, 2026

Food microbiological testing for food and beverage safety in South Africa

Food microbiological testing remains one of the most effective ways to identify contamination risks before products reach the market. Microbiological contamination continues to be one of the greatest challenges facing…
Citrus pesticide residue testing in an accredited laboratory using LC-MS/MS technology for export compliance and food safetyNews
June 25, 2026

Why MRL Pesticide Testing is Critical for South African Food Production and Export Markets

In today’s food supply chain, pesticide residue compliance is no longer just a technical requirement, it is a market access requirement. For South African producers, especially in high value export…
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