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Microbac Laboratories Offers Over 49 Full ISO-Accredited Tests for Allergens in Raw Ingredients to Finished Goods

From discovering the source of a food allergen contamination to offering one of the broadest allergen scopes of any laboratory in the nation, food manufacturers receive solutions and peace of mind by partnering with Microbac Laboratories world-class allergen testing team. For example, most regulatory laboratories that perform testing for the FDA have the capacity to test products for just the most common allergens – commonly referred to as the Big 8 or Big 9. With over 49 full ISO-accredited food allergen tests, our laboratory can test for virtually any known food allergen from the Big 9 (milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts, soybeans, and sesame) to way beyond. Microbac Laboratories will detect where in the supply chain a product became contaminated with an undeclared allergen.

The Definitive Guide to Rapid Allergen Validation & Line Clearance

Reduce costly production holds and clear lines faster with Microbac Laboratories definitive guide to rapid allergen validation and line clearance. Learn how the right testing methods and defensible data can support food safety, audit readiness, and keep operations moving.

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Explore Your Options With Our Broad List of Allergen Testing Capabilities:

With one of the largest allergen scopes in the country, Microbac Laboratories can meet your needs. Below are the standard allergen tests we offer, with the addition of specialized and uncommon food allergens upon request:

Almond
Hazelnut
β-Lactoglobulin
Macadamia Nut
Brazil Nut
Mustard
Casein
Peanut
Cashew
Pecan
Coconut
Pistachio
Crustacean
Sesame
Egg
Soy
Fish
Total Milk
Gluten
Walnut

Here’s why:

We’re Experienced We’re Accessible We’re Efficient

We’re Experienced

Our experts have more than 50 years of combined industry experience
We are proud to utilize best-in-class ELISA and DNA methodologies
We boast over 49 allergens on scope

We’re Accessible

At Microbac, you’re not just a number. We pride ourselves on developing personal connections with our clients
You will have direct access to call or email your testing team, when you need them

We’re Efficient

Fast 2-day turnaround time on most allergen testing
Free or reduced select shipping
Easy submission and reporting
Free testing supplies
Competitively affordable pricing

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