Welcome Certified Laboratories – Burbank to the Contract Laboratory network! With decades of expertise in food safety, testing, and quality assurance services, Certified Laboratories brings their advanced technology, industry knowledge, and commitment to excellence to the network. Their wide range of services and certifications make them an invaluable addition for clients across the food and beverage, dietary supplement, cosmetics, and personal care industries.
About the Organization
Founded in 1926, Certified Laboratories has a rich history of providing analytical testing services to ensure product quality, safety, and compliance with industry standards. Certified Labs operates several advanced facilities across North America, including New York, Illinois, and California, Their ISO/IEC 17025-accredited labs serve many regulated industries, including beef, dairy, poultry, pet food, spices, seafood, nuts, produce, FDA imports, and ready-to-eat foods.
As part of the Certified Group, Certified Laboratories and Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) work together to provide reliable, timely, and accurate food testing solutions, prioritizing customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance.
Specialized Services by Certified Labs
Microbiology Testing
Certified Laboratories specializes in microbiology testing services that help ensure the safety and quality of food products. Their comprehensive testing solutions include:
- Pathogen Detection: Screening for harmful microorganisms such as Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus, and Listeria.
- Indicator Organisms: Testing for microbial indicators to assess food safety conditions.
- Spoilage Organisms: Evaluating products for potential spoilage and shelf-life issues.
- Toxin Detection: Analyzing food samples to detect aflatoxin, enterotoxins, phosphatase activity, etc.
Chemical Testing
They offer chemical testing to analyze food, beverage, dietary supplements, and OTC product composition to suit FDA, USDA, and other regulatory standards. Their services include:
- Nutritional Analysis: Assessing the various food and supplements for macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals.
- Pesticide Residue Testing: Detecting harmful pesticides and biocidal intermediates in food and agriculture products.
- Heavy Metals Testing: Ensuring spices and food items are free from toxic heavy metals like lead, mercury, and arsenic.
Nutritional Labeling
Certified Laboratories provides accurate nutritional labeling services that ensure compliance with FDA and USDA regulations. From macronutrient analysis to vitamin and mineral testing, Certified Labs guarantees that products are labeled according to industry requirements, helping brands build trust and transparency with consumers.
Shelf-Life and Stability Testing
Ensuring product longevity is crucial in the food industry. This CRO offers shelf-life and in-package stability testing based on ICH, FDA, USP, EP, and ISO regulations to assess product performance over time. These tests help manufacturers understand expiration dates, storage conditions, package compatibility, photostability, and overall product durability.
Certification and Audit Services
Certified’s expert teams specialize in ISO 17065 and 17021 food safety accreditations and other global food safety initiative (GFSI)-benchmarked certifications. If you’re looking for a third-party food safety audit, livestock audit, or other audit or certification service, submit a quick laboratory request here.
Training and Consulting
Experts at Certified Labs and FSNS host food safety training courses to introduce best practices and industry norms to their clients. Their courses cover specialized areas like Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) training, preventive maintenance, sanitation design, animal food preventive control, and so on.
Certifications and Accreditations
Certified Laboratories holds numerous certifications and accreditations, showcasing their dedication to quality and reliability, including
- ISO/IEC 17025
- USDA-Recognized Laboratory
- FDA-Approved; U.S. FDA Food Facility Registration
- United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Controlled Substance Regulation Certificate
Their accreditations guarantee that clients receive testing solutions that meet global regulatory standards, building trust and ensuring compliance across the board.
Industries Served
- Food and beverage
- Dietary supplements
- OTC drug products
- Cosmetics and personal care
- Agriculture
Why Choose Certified Laboratories?
Certified Laboratories stands out as a leader in the food safety testing industry for several reasons. With over 90 years of experience, they provide reliable and accurate testing solutions across a variety of industries.
Equipped with world-class analytical equipment, Certified Laboratories – Burbank delivers precise safety testing services that meet FDA, USDA, and international standards. Their client-focused approach ensures tailored testing solutions, making them a trusted partner in product safety and quality assurance.
Your Next Lab Testing Partner
Certified Laboratories brings unparalleled expertise and resources to our network. Their 30+ labs in the North Americas ensure businesses meet global testing and calibration standards. If you’re looking to outsource food testing services, this CRO is your one-stop shop.
Simply submit a laboratory testing request and let the experts take it on!
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