Why Choose Food Research Lab's FRL as Your Food Product Development (FPD) Consultant and Partner?

There are several options in almost every product area in today’s market, and the difficulty is in coming up with unique items that stand out and connect with customers. Food Research Lab's Food Research Lab takes a holistic approach to creating food and beverage products. We define, demographically target, and build effective goods through a sequential process for category selection and comprehension. The client can visit the lab to learn the process. We offer unlimited rounds of revisions to ensure customer satisfaction. The final product prototype, along with the documentation process, including the video (through email), will be shipped to the client, and in case the client is not satisfied with the video, a food technology consultant will visit the place for the product demo at the client’s costs.

What are the different forms that you deliver the Food Product Formulations?

The food industry is witnessing a new form of consumption. Keeping that in mind, we can formulate the products in the form of ready-to-eat, ready-to-drink, ready-to-mix, ready-to-serve, and ready-to-cook food products. We use ingredients that offer an added value to the development and improve its indulgence and sustainability in terms of its functional ingredients, plant-based food dyes, and natural preservatives with a clean label.

What are the sectors Food Research Lab cover?

We cover a wide range of sectors such as soups, sauces and dips, chips, tortillas, dry beverage powder, plant-based products, masalas, puddings, instant mixes and many more.

How is sensory testing been carried out?

Our sensory examination leads to the precise formulation and recipe recommendations. We develop data-driven design models based on sensory research and customer insights. The fact-based design methodology used by Food Research Lab reduces risk and gives our clients market confidence while cutting development time in half. With our dedicated sensory lab facility, our team takes satisfaction in creating and optimizing successful products in the marketplace, generating a favourable return on investment, and developing brand advocates.

Regulations and guidelines governing the maximum allowable limits of heavy metals in herbal products

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Regulations and guidelines governing the maximum allowable limits of heavy metals

Regulations and guidelines governing the maximum allowable limits of heavy metals in herbal products

The following are the regulations and guidelines governing the maximum allowable limits of heavy metals in herbal products to ensure consumer safety. Here are some key regulatory aspects:

European Pharmacopoeia: The European Pharmacopoeia provides monographs specifying limits for heavy metals in herbal drugs and fatty oils. For example, monograph 2.4.27 outlines methods for the determination of heavy metals such as cadmium, copper, iron, nickel, lead, and zinc in herbal drugs.
US Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP also sets standards for heavy metal limits in dietary supplements, which may include herbal products. These limits ensure that products meet acceptable safety thresholds for heavy metal contamination.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA): In the United States, the FDA regulates dietary supplements, including herbal products. While specific limits for heavy metals are not typically detailed in FDA monographs, they enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) which include provisions for ensuring products are free from harmful contaminants, including heavy metals.
World Health Organization (WHO): WHO provides guidelines and recommendations on quality control of herbal medicines, including limits for heavy metals to protect public health.
International Standards: Various international bodies may adopt standards and guidelines for heavy metals in herbal medicines, aligning with global best practices to ensure safety and quality.

These regulations aim to minimize the risk of exposure to toxic heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury, and others, which can accumulate in herbal products through environmental contamination or improper processing. Compliance with these regulations helps to safeguard consumer health and ensure the quality of herbal preparations on the market.