PAHs
PAH testing
PAHs are environmental and process contaminants that can enter the food chain through drying, smoking, roasting or environmental exposure. Some PAHs are known carcinogens and are therefore strictly regulated. At Eurofins Food & Feed Testing, we help you identify and quantify PAHs with high precision.
Key services
- Quantitative analysis of PAH4 and PAH8 in food, feed and raw materials
- Additional scopes such as Benzo[a]pyrene, 16 EU-PAHs, 12 EPA-PAHs and 25 PAHs available
- Low limits of quantification (LOQ) for sensitive matrices such as edible oils and baby food
- Validated methods using GC-MS/MS, LC-GC-MS and HPLC-FLD in line with EU regulations
- Accredited testing according to ISO 17025
- Fast turnaround times
- Multilingual reporting
- Support in sampling strategies and monitoring plans
- Comparing against EU maximum levels and internal quality standards
- Specialised testing for smoke flavours, smoked, grilled and roasted products
Additional services
In addition to standard PAH analysis, we offer a wide range of complementary services:
- Process evaluation to reduce PAH formation during drying, smoking or roasting
- Environmental testing of soil, air and packaging materials for PAH contamination
- Monitoring of edible oils and fats for multiple organic contaminants
- Customised method development for complex or novel food matrices
- Training and consulting for your quality and regulatory staff
Legal bases and guidelines
- Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (Contaminants Regulation)
- Regulation (EC) No 2065/2003 (Smoke Flavourings in Food)
- EFSA Scientific Opinion on PAHs in Food (2008)
Get in touch
Would you like to find out more about our testing solutions, or do you need individual analytical support? Contact us today to get in touch with our experts.