New Brighton, Minnesota Testing Lab

Medical Device Testing Center of Excellence

Expertise in Microbiology, Packaging, Biocompatibility & Analytical Chemistry TÜV SÜD Testing Laboratory – New Brighton, MN

Expertise in Microbiology, Packaging, Biocompatibility & Analytical Chemistry TÜV SÜD Testing Laboratory – New Brighton, MN

Meeting regulatory deadlines and overcoming supply chain challenges requires a testing partner you can trust. TÜV SÜD’s New Brighton lab, an ISO 17025-accredited and GLP-compliant third-party facility, delivers dependable, compliant medical device testing with industry-leading expertise and turnaround times. This enables you to stay on schedule and bring safe, effective products to market with confidence. 

We support every stage of your device’s lifecycle, from design and verification to regulatory submission and post-market support, offering a comprehensive portfolio of independent laboratory services backed by global regulatory expertise. 

 

Our advanced capabilities include: 

These services are complemented by a wider portfolio of specialized testing, including EMC testing, and cybersecurity validation, to support every stage of regulatory compliance and product development. 
  

Need More Reasons to Choose TÜV SÜD New Brighton?

  • Reliable Turnaround: Consistent quality, data integrity, and dependable timelines 
  • One Partner, Global Access: Independent testing, certification, and regulatory support 
  • Trusted Expertise: Scientists active in global standards and regulatory committees 
  • Dedicated Support: project management and expert guidance with clear, proactive communication throughout your project

Eliminate the hassle of managing multiple vendors by accessing all your medical device testing needs in one location.

In this industry, every day matters. That’s why we build lab systems and teams that our clients can count on, to move from concept to commercialization with confidence and assurance.

Nicole Cufaude

Laboratory Manager and Head of Global Service Line – Medical Device Testing

 

Internationally Recognized Specializations 

While our capabilities span the entire landscape of medical device testing, the New Brighton lab is internationally recognized for advanced expertise in: 

  • Analytical Chemistry
    • Chemical Characterization or Extractables & Leachables (E&L (ISO 10993-18) 
    • Targeted Elemental and Metals Analysis  
    • Total Organic Carbon (TOC) Analysis  
    • Custom Chemistry Testing  
    • Ethylene Oxide (EO) Residuals Testing 
    • Alternate Sterilization Modality residual testing 
    • Biocompatibility Evaluation of Respiratory Devices (ISO 18562 Series) 
  • Microbiology 
    • Bioburden Testing 
    • Product and BI Sterility Testing  
    • Bacterial Endotoxin Testing (BET / LAL) 
    • Reusable Device Validation (Cleaning, Disinfection, Sterilization) 
    • Sterilization Validation Testing 
    • Water Testing 
    • Incubation and Enumeration 
  • Biocompatibility
    • In Vitro and In Vivo Studies 
    • Cytotoxicity  
    • Irritation 
    • Sensitization 
    • Acute Systemic Toxicity  
    • MMP 
    • Hemocompatibility  
    • Genotoxicity  
    • Toxicological Risk Assessment (TRA) 
  • Packaging
    • Accelerated & Real-Time Aging 
    • Strength Testing 
    • Integrity Testing 
    • Sterile Barrier Testing 
    • Transportation Simulation & Distribution Testing (ISTA) 
    • Shelf-Life Validation 

 

Meet Our Team of Experts:

Our team includes scientists who actively contribute to the development of FDA, ISO, and MDR standards.

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Nicole Cufaude

Laboratory Manager and Head of Global Service Line


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Shannon Carver

Senior Quality Team Lead and Head of Global Quality for Laboratory Testing

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Tim Andrews
Team Lead and Study Director – Chemistry

 

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Jessica Schmidt

Scientific Project Manager

 

 

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Jess Stanton
Principal Study Director – Technical Lead

 

  

Specialized Medical Device Testing Laboratories

Explore our advanced capabilities in chemistry, biocompatibility, microbiology, packaging and processing validation.

TÜV SÜD Accredited Testing Scope

We are proud to hold the following accreditations under our ISO 17025 certification:

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Certificate #2955.22 – Chemistry

Certificate #2955.23 – Microbiology & Biocompatibility 

Located at the Heart of Medical Alley

141 14th St NW
New Brighton, MN 55112, USA

Ready to Get Started?

Contact us today to schedule a meeting with our team or request a quote.

Download our Medical Device Testing Info sheet

Address:

TÜV SÜD America Inc.
141 14th ST NW
New Brighton, MN 55112

Contact:
+1-651-631-2487
+1-800-888-0123

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