Broader Fresh Produce Testing via Tentamus
Protect your brand and meet regulatory standards with comprehensive fresh produce testing. At Tentamus, we specialise in high-precision testing services designed to ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. From microbiological contamination to pesticide residues and chemical composition, we provide actionable insights to help you deliver fresh, safe products to market.
Why Fresh Produce Testing Matters
Fresh produce is highly susceptible to contamination at every stage of the supply chain — from farm to packing to distribution. Contaminants such as harmful bacteria, viruses, pesticides, allergens, and chemical residues pose serious health risks and can damage consumer trust and brand reputation.
Our laboratory services are tailored to help growers, packers, importers, retailers, and food processors meet strict regulatory standards and ensure product integrity.
Our Comprehensive Produce Testing Services
Identify and control harmful pathogens that may be present on your produce. We offer:
- E. coli O157:H7 detection
- Salmonella spp. testing
- Listeria monocytogenes screening
- Yeast and mould count
- Total Plate Count (TPC)
Our microbiological tests are UKAS/ISO 17025 accredited
Mycotoxins are toxic compounds produced by certain fungi that can contaminate fresh produce during growth, harvest, or storage. Our targeted testing detects and quantifies harmful mycotoxins that pose serious health risks to consumers.
- Detection of key mycotoxins such as aflatoxins, ochratoxin A, fumonisins, zearalenone, and deoxynivalenol (DON)
- Suitable for fresh produce at risk, including leafy greens, tomatoes, peppers, and berries
- Supports compliance with EU regulations, FSA guidelines, and major retailer standards
- Helps reduce the risk of rejected shipments and supports high food safety standards
Heavy metals can enter fresh produce through contaminated soil, water, or environmental pollution. Our heavy metals testing offers precise quantification of toxic elements to ensure your produce is safe and meets regulatory standards.
- Analysis includes lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), arsenic (As), and mercury (Hg)
- Ideal for fresh produce like leafy greens, root vegetables, fruits, and salad crops
- Aligned with UK, EU, and Codex Alimentarius limits for heavy metal residues
- Essential for supply chain assurance, especially for organic, baby food, and premium-grade products
Deliver accurate nutritional information and meet labelling requirements with confidence. Our services support transparency and consumer trust in the fresh produce industry through:
- Proximate Analysis: Measurement of moisture, fat, protein, carbohydrates, and ash in fruits and vegetables
- Dietary Fibre Content: Evaluation of total, soluble, and insoluble fibre
- Custom Nutrition Facts Panel Creation: Designed to meet region-specific labelling regulations for fresh produce (e.g., FDA, EU)
Our Nutritional Analyses are UKAS/ISO 17025 accredited.
Industries We Serve
- Fresh Produce Growers & Packers
- Organic and Conventional Farms
- Food Processors & Manufacturers
- Retail & Grocery Chains
- Importers & Exporters
Trusted by Global Brands
With decades of experience in food safety testing, we are a trusted partner to major food brands, offering rapid turnaround times, certified accuracy, and expert support for regulatory compliance.
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