Food Testing UK | November News
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Welcome to November’s Eurofins Food Testing news including microbiology testing and upcoming regulation changes, PFAS testing, training and events updates.
Microbiology | Challenge TestingWe offer microbiological challenge testing to help you understand how your food products behave under realistic conditions if contaminated. It is a powerful tool to help support microbial safety, validate shelf-life, and strengthen your food safety systems. |
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Dog chews | Mandatory microbiological testingContrary to some industry assumptions, all dog chews are legally required to undergo microbiological testing if they contain animal by products. |
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Listeria | Are you ready for the upcoming changes?Did you catch our news post on EU Regulation 2024/2895 and its forthcoming changes to Listeria monocytogenes controls in ready-to-eat (RTE) foods? If this applies to your business, now is the time to prepare. With 2026 fast approaching, revisit the update to ensure your food safety systems are ready for the changes taking effect on 1 July 2026. |
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Monitoring rising TFA levels | PFAS in plant-based foodsNew research has revealed rising levels of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) and other ultrashort PFAS in plant-derived foods, prompting increased interest in monitoring. In response, we have launched new testing packages for TFA and related compounds in fruit, vegetables, cereals and other non-woody plants, to support due diligence across the supply chain. |
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Spirit Compositional | AnalysisDo you require testing for a Standard Certificate of Analysis of spirit composition? |
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Issue 15 | Risk insights newsletterThe latest edition of our Risk Insights News from our Eurofins Food Compliance and Risk Management Team is now available. |
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Christmas opening hours 2025 | Eurofins Food Testing UKA quick reminder to plan any sampling and submissions ahead of the festive period. Seasonal closures and reduced collection schedules mean deadlines are tighter than usual, so please check the dates carefully to avoid delays or any risk to sample integrity. |
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Online food training courses 2025 | Book your place
Note: Our training courses are available including an optional assessment. Where applicable, to select courses without an assessment visit our training & events calendar. |
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