At Eurofins Food Testing UK, we specialise in developing customer-specific analytical methods for detecting residual DNA in various sample types. We establish and validate methods provided by our clients for subsequent analysis. This enables you to comply with regulatory requirements and verify product integrity. Our services offer transparency and control throughout your supply chain.
Key services
- Detection of residual DNA from genetically modified production strains
- Testing of a wide range of matrices, including:
- Enzymes, vitamins, amino acids
- Food additives and processing aids
- Fermentation-derived ingredients
- GMP and GLP-compliant residual DNA testing possible
- Customised method development and validation for the specific detection of production strain DNA and subsequent analyses in connection with EFSA approvals and for other applications
- Short turnaround times and reliable reporting
Your Competence Centre for GMO
Eurofins GeneScan GmbH, our Competence Centre for GMO testing, has supported the food and feed industry for decades with reliable methods for GMO screening, identification, and quantification. We serve the entire value chain, from seed breeding and trade to food and feed production and retail, ensuring compliance and consumer confidence.
A wide range of substances are produced using genetically modified microorganisms (GMMOs). These include amino acids used as additives or dietary supplements, flavor compounds, and enzymes applied as processing aids. Vitamins such as B2 (riboflavin), H (biotin), C (ascorbic acid), and B12 are increasingly manufactured through biotechnological processes.
Legal bases and guidelines
Regulation (EC) No 1331/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council (new flavor regulation)
Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (genetically modified food and feed)
Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (additives for use in animal nutrition)
EFSA (2018). Guidance on the characterisation of microorganisms used as feed additives or as production organisms
EFSA (2021). Scientific Guidance for the submission of dossiers on Food Enzymes
EFSA (2022). Scientific Guidance on the data required for the risk assessment of flavourings to be used in or on foods
EFSA (2024). Guidance on the scientific requirements for an application for authorisation of a novel food in the context of Regulation (EU) 2015/2283
EFSA (2011). Guidance on the risk assessment of genetically modified microorganisms and their products intended for food and feed use
