Residual solvents
Analysis of residual solvents
Residual solvents may pose a health risk and are therefore subject to strict regulatory limits. At Eurofins Food & Feed Testing, we offer accredited, high-sensitivity testing methods to detect and quantify residual solvents in a wide range of matrices. We provide reliable results to support you comply with legal requirements and ensure product safety.
Key services
- Screening and quantification of residual solvents using Headspace-GC-MS
- Customised testing scopes based on production process and risk profile
- Low detection limits in line with regulatory thresholds
Additional services
In addition to standard testing, we offer a range of complementary services in the field of residual solvents:
- Development and validation of analytical methods for novel matrices or specific solvents
- Expert consulting on risk assessment and mitigation strategies
- Support in product development and quality control
- Batch release testing for raw materials and finished products
- Regulatory guidance for international markets (e.g. EU, US, ICH)
Legal bases and guidelines
- Directive 2009/32/EC (extraction solvents for foodstuffs and food ingredients)
- Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012 (specifications for food additives)
- Commission Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 (plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food)
- EFSA Technical Report on the re-evaluation of hexane (2024)
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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.