What is food microbiology testing?

Food microbiology testing for pathogens and organisms can help ensure safety and hygiene of your products and mitigate risks that can be detrimental to human health.

At TÜV SÜD, we provide a wide range of microbiological analysis services. These include both classical methods and modern methods (such as ELISA tests and PCR tests) for rapid microbiological results. Our experts can advise you on an appropriate product audit based on the knowledge of the methods that are best recommended and most reliable for your specific needs.

What is food microbiology testing?

Food microbiology testing for pathogens and organisms can help ensure safety and hygiene of your products and mitigate risks that can be detrimental to human health.

At TÜV SÜD, we provide a wide range of microbiological analysis services. These include both classical methods and modern methods (such as ELISA tests and PCR tests) for rapid microbiological results. Our experts can advise you on an appropriate product audit based on the knowledge of the methods that are best recommended and most reliable for your specific needs.

FOOD MICROBIOLOGY TESTING AND CERTIFICATION PROVIDES YOUR ORGANISATION WITH MULTIPLE BENEFITS:

• Mitigate risk – by minimizing quality and safety issue with independent testing.

• Save time and money – TÜV SÜD is a one-stop solutions provider that can serve your company’s need.

• Shorten time to market – with the help of our sophisticated infrastructure and advance knowledge of regulations.

• Enhanced quality and productivity – TÜV SÜD works with you along the entire product development lifecycle to ensure compliance to national and international standards.

• Inspire confidence – by ensuring your products and processes comply with national and international standards, you inspire greater confidence in your buyer.

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?

Our microbiological analysis encompasses a manner of different solutions, including:

• Pathogens

  • Salmonella

  • Listeria

  • E.coli 0157

  • Campylobacter

  • Shigella

  • Vibrio

  • Legionell

• Typical hygiene indicators

  • Coliforms

  • E.coli

  • Enterobacteriaceae

  • Staphylococcus aureus

• Total Viable Count (TVC)

• Yeast and Moulds

• Environmental Monitoring

• Shelf life studies

We also conduct:

• Food contamination testing and veterinary drug determination
• Process and product audit (according to customer requirements)
• Supplier audit (to minimise the risk from external sources)

WHY CHOOSE TÜV SÜD?

TÜV SÜD is an independent certification body which is accredited to globally recognised microbiological standards. Our experienced experts can help you gain the trust of your customers by making sure that your products are of the highest possible quality.