Turnover: 47 million EUR (2021)

Country: Italy

Eurofins is a multinational company specialized in analytical and testing services in the food and animal feed industry. The company provides a wide range of laboratory services to ensure the safety and quality of food and feed. It also operates globally and has a presence in several countries, including Italy. It offers a wide range of services, including:

1. Chemical testing to detect the presence of contaminants in food, such as pesticides, heavy metals, antibiotic residues, unwanted chemicals and food additives.

2. Microbiological testing to identify and quantify the presence of pathogenic microorganisms, such as Salmonella, Escherichia coli, Listeria monocytogenes and other undesirable bacterial species in food.

3. Specific testing to identify food allergens, such as gluten, lactose, eggs, nuts, and other ingredients that can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

4. Nutritional testing to determine the nutritional value of foods, including fat, protein, carbohydrate, vitamin and mineral contents. This information is essential for proper labeling of food products.

5. Sensory testing to assess the appearance, smell, taste and texture of foods, providing information on the organoleptic quality of products.

Eurofins is committed to providing reliable and timely results, using state-of-the-art food testing methods and technologies to ensure that marketed foods are safe, authentic, and comply with applicable regulations. It also offers consulting and training services to help food companies understand and comply with food safety regulations, improve production processes, and ensure compliance with quality standards.

Studies mentioning this company

The food safety market - Italy

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  • Eurofins
  • Bureau Veritas
  • Intertek
  • DNV
  • Certiquality
  • Valoritalia