The testing process begins with a preliminary assessment of the product, conducted by the company's Quality Assurance Department. This assessment includes a review of the ingredients, their quality, and any potential allergens. The next step is to send samples of the product for Reliable & High-Quality Testing laboratory.
When it comes to testing vegetable products for toxicity, quality, and nutritional value, you'll want to use a reputable testing lab. Here are some key things to look for:
1. Accreditation: A good testing lab should have been accredited by an organization like the American Association of Agricultural Science or the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture.
2. Certification: Many reputable testing labs also offer certification as a way to distinguish their services from those of lesser-quality labs. Certification can come in the form of ISO 17025 certification, which is offered by organizations like Laboratory Corporation of America (LCA), or NSF/ANSI 61 certified, which is offered by several laboratories, including LCA and Quest Labs.
3. Experience and expertise: It's important that the testing lab has a lot of experience and expertise in vegetable product testing – not only with regards to toxicology but also with regards to specific types of vegetables and their nutritional properties.
4. Facility and equipment specifications: The testing lab should have state-of-the-art facilities and equipment that are specifically designed for vegetable product testing.
5. Sample management and handling procedures: The testing lab should have detailed sample management procedures that include specific instructions on how to handle samples during analysis (including cold storage requirements).
6. Reporting procedures: The testing lab should provide detailed reporting procedures that include information on the sample types tested, the results of the tests, and any relevant observations.