UKAS Accredited Food Allergen Testing at Romer Labs UK
The Romer Labs analytical service labs in Runcorn, Cheshire and Wells, Somerset are two of the country’s leading providers of specialised food testing services to domestic food manufacturers. Our UKAS accreditation, held by both labs, means that we have the analytical expertise and in-depth knowledge in food allergen testing that today’s food producers rely on to stay efficient, productive and compliant.
Food allergen analysis is a key capability of Romer Labs, and we have the recognition to prove it.
Both food allergen testing laboratories are ISO 17025 accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS), and the Runcorn laboratory is additionally ISO 9001 certified through TUV Nord. Our team have proven expertise in the technologies essential to precise testing for food allergens: polymerase chain reaction (PCR), lateral flow devices (LFD), enzymatic assays and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).
Fast turn-around times make Romer Labs an extension of your lab or production facility
Imagine the convenience and reliability of a full-service lab located in your own facilities. Our lab provides you with analytical services for food allergens that meet the needs of your business.
Our normal turn-around time is 10 working days, but, if you’re in a rush, we can get it done within 3 days. If you need results right away, we can prioritise your samples with same-day service.
Sample submission made easy
Generally, a minimum of 50 g of the sample (where possible) is required for testing. Analytical results refer strictly to the submitted sample. The extent to which the sample is representative depends on the sampling procedure which is of crucial importance.
To submit a sample, simply download the submission form and send it in:
NEW at Romer Labs UK
Our UKAS scope of accreditation has expanded to include these tests:
- AgraQuant® ELISA Total Milk
- AgraQuant® ELISA Mollusk
- AgraQuant® ELISA Fish
Analytical Service
Romer Labs UK Ltd offers the following food allergen analyses:
| Allergen | LOQ Samples | LOQ Swabs (ng/ml) | UKAS Accredited |
| Food Allergen Analyses | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Almond | 0.4 - 10 ppm | 20 - 500 | Yes |
| ß-Lactoglobulin (BLG) | 10 - 400 ppb | 0.5 - 20 | Yes |
| Casein | 0.2 - 6 ppm | 10 - 300 | Yes |
| Cashew | 2 - 60 ppm | 100 - 3000 | No |
| Crustacea | 20 - 400 ppb | 1 - 20 | Yes |
| Egg White Protein | 0.4 - 10 ppm | 20 - 500 | Yes |
| Fish | 4 - 100 ppm | 200 -5000 | Yes |
| Gluten (AgraQuant method) | 4 - 120 ppm | 8 - 240 | Yes |
| Gluten (G12 method) | 4 - 200 ppm | 10 - 500 | No |
| Gluten (R5 method) | 5 - 80 ppm | 10 - 160 | Yes |
| Hazelnut | 1 - 40 ppm | 50 - 2000 | Yes |
| Lupin | 2 - 30 ppm | 100 - 1500 | No |
| Macadamia Nut | 1 - 25 ppm | 50 - 1250 | No |
| Milk | 0.4 - 10 ppm | 20 - 500 | Yes |
| Mollusk | 10 - 400 ppb | 0.5 - 20 | Yes |
| Mustard | 2 - 60 ppm | 100 - 3000 | Yes |
| Peanut | 1 - 40 ppm | 50 - 2000 | Yes |
| Pistachio | 1 - 40 ppm | 50 - 2000 | No |
| Sesame | 2 - 30 ppm | 100 -1500 | Yes |
| Soy | 40 - 1000 ppb | 2 -50 | Yes |
| Walnut | 2 - 60 ppm | 100 - 3000 | Yes |
| Allergen | UKAS Accredited |
| Food Allergen PCR Analyses | |
|---|---|
| Celery (LOD 10 ppm) | Yes |
| Pecan/Walnut (LOD 10 ppm) | No |