Arsenic occurs naturally in the environment and can enter food and feed through water, soil and raw materials. Inorganic arsenic is classified as a carcinogen and poses the highest toxicological concern, while certain organic arsenic compounds are also subject to monitoring.
In the European Union (EU), maximum levels for arsenic are set under Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/915. In Great Britain (GB), these requirements continue to apply as assimilated law following EU exit.
Eurofins Food Testing UK Ltd., in partnership with our European competence centres, provides accredited analysis and expert guidance to help you meet regulatory expectations and demonstrate due diligence.
Our Arsenic testing services
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Determination of total and inorganic arsenic in food, feed and raw materials
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Speciation analysis to differentiate between inorganic and organic arsenic forms
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Advanced instrumentation including ICP-MS, ICP-MS/MS and IC-ICP-MS for trace-level detection
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Robust accredited methods suitable for complex matrices such as fish meal and mineral premixes
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Low detection limits for sensitive product categories including baby food and rice
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Rapid turnaround times and clear, actionable reporting
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Support with sampling plans and risk-based monitoring approaches
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Comparison against EU and GB maximum levels and customer-specific specifications
Additional support
Our expertise goes beyond routine testing. We also offer
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Process and supply chain assessments to identify arsenic risk points
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Raw material and ingredient screening for early detection
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Custom method development and R&D projects
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Workshops and consultancy for quality and technical teams
Legal context
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Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (Contaminants Regulation; applicable in EU and as assimilated law in GB)
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Directive 2022/32/EC (undesirable substances in feed), establishes limits for arsenic in feed materials and compound feed in the EU and remains in force in GB as assimilated law for feed businesses and importers
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Commission Recommendation 2022/C 206/01 (inorganic arsenic in feed) provides EU guidance on monitoring inorganic arsenic in feed and is considered relevant risk-based guidance in Great Britain
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EFSA Scientific Opinions provide the scientific basis for EU risk assessment and also inform national risk-assessment approaches in GB
Get in touch
For small batches, order our most routine testing from Eurofins Testing Direct.
To discuss arsenic testing or request a quotation, please contact our sales team on 0845 604 6740 or make an enquiry.
