Beverage testing

Beverage testing involves evaluating a beverage for nutrients present in it and auditing the production process, among other activities. A beverage is usually composed of more than 85% water. The remaining non-water components include ingredients like sugar, flavouring, sweeteners and colouring. TÜV SÜD’s internationally recognised beverage testing services can help detect water contamination, which can arise either in the internal water piping systems or through environmental pollution that contaminates the water source. 

Various factors can affect the taste and quality of the beverages. These factors include temperature, nutrients in water which may lead to growth of microorganisms such as E. coli. and salmonella, pollutants in the water, and food ingredients like certain additives and preservatives. 

Therefore, a stringent testing approach for water and ingredients is the first step towards beverage quality control. Moreover, beverages are subject to scrutiny by the global regulatory agencies. Application of quality control techniques through testing, inspection and auditing can help beverage manufacturing units comply with regulations and improve their product's acceptability among consumers.

Our global presence and state-of-the-art laboratories help you achieve traceability and beverage quality control across your entire supply chain. 

Our specialist knowledge of regulations and testing expertise means we ensure that your products comply with international and national requirements, including Chinese, Japanese, US FDA and EU standards. 

We offer comprehensive beverage quality control testing to ensure your beverage products are fully compliant with all relevant regulations. Our services include: 

• Testing 
  
  • Microbiological analysis for pathogens 
  • Chemical analysis for antibiotics, hormones, chemical contaminants, preservatives, nutritional analysis and labelling, shelf life studies and food allergens 
• Sampling and inspection 
  
  • During production inspection (DUPRO) 
  • Final random inspection / pre-shipment inspection 
  • Loading supervision 
• Auditing and certification 
• Hygiene audits 
• Label review and regulatory support based on our experts’ in-depth understanding of country-specific import and export regulatory requirements to help customers expedite access to global markets