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QTS Analytical – A Tentamus Company Designated as an Official Laboratory for Organic Controls by DEFRA

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Sep  2, 2026
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QTS Analytical - A Tentamus Company has been designated as an Official Laboratory for Organic Controls by DEFRA under Article 37 of Assimilated Regulation (EU) 2017/625, the Official Controls Regulation.

The designation enables QTS Analytical - A Tentamus Company to carry out Pesticide Residue Testing in support of official controls, within its designated scope. It reflects the laboratory's capability to provide reliable analytical testing that supports regulatory requirements and official control activities within the food and agricultural sectors.

Pesticide residue testing plays an important role in verifying compliance with regulatory standards and helping to maintain confidence in organic products throughout the supply chain. Through this designation, QTS Analytical - A Tentamus Company will continue to support organisations with high-quality testing services backed by technical expertise and robust analytical capabilities.

The achievement represents an important milestone for the laboratory and is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the QTS Analytical - A Tentamus Company team. It further strengthens the laboratory's position as a trusted testing partner for the food industry and reinforces its commitment to delivering accurate, dependable results.

Congratulations to everyone involved in achieving this designation!

For more information, please contact us at HelloUK@tentamus.com