TESTING LABORATORY
We specialise in delivering mustard, coriander and linseed ingredients manufactured to the highest standards of safety, consistency and performance. Our advanced process controls, validated quality management systems and adherence to internationally accredited certification schemes ensure full regulatory compliance and reliable product uniformity across all production batches.
Premium Quality Products Under the FACTORIA-AGRO Brand
The superior quality of FACTORIA-AGRO products is the result of a precise, well-controlled manufacturing process carried out under strict sanitary conditions. Every stage of production is overseen through continuous monitoring, ensuring that all quality parameters remain within specification.
Quality Assurance in Every Stage
The FACTORIA-AGRO quality department ensures product integrity by
Maintaining constant oversight of facility and equipment sanitation
Taking systematic samples of raw materials and finished products during production
Submitting samples for evaluation in accredited external laboratories
In-House Analytical Laboratory
FACTORIA-AGRO Ltd. operates a fully equipped, independent analytical laboratory located on-site. Our laboratory uses modern analytical instruments and adheres to rigorous quality standards to deliver accurate, reliable results. Comprehensive testing allows us to verify product quality and compliance with industry and regulatory requirements.
Research conducted
Sensory Analysis
– Appearance – Visual assessment of uniformity, texture, and overall condition.
– Smell, Taste, and Color – Verification of product aroma, flavour profile, and colour consistency.
– Transparency – Evaluation of clarity in liquid-based products (if applicable).
– Pest Infestation – Examination for the presence of live pests that may compromise product quality.
– Pest Contamination – Detection of any residues or traces left by pests, ensuring product safety.
– Foreign Matter – Inspection for unwanted particles such as husks, dust, or other impurities.
– Moisture & Clumping – Checking for excessive moisture levels that may cause clumping or affect product texture.
Gravimetric Analyses
– Moisture and Volatile Substances – Determination of the product’s moisture content and its impact on shelf life and stability.
– Net Weight – Verification of the actual product weight to ensure accuracy in packaging and compliance with declared values.
– Grinding Size – Measurement of particle size to guarantee uniformity and consistency in processed materials.
– Density – Assessment of bulk density for optimal storage, transport, and product formulation.
– Non-Fatty Impurities – Detection of foreign particles that do not contribute to oil or fat content.
– Insoluble Impurities – Identification of substances that do not dissolve in standard solvent tests.
– Ash Content (Including Acid-Insoluble Ash) – Determination of the total mineral content and the portion that remains insoluble in hydrochloric acid.
– Fat Content – Quantification of the total fat mass fraction to ensure consistency in oilseed-based products.
– Fiber Content – Measurement of fiber levels, which influence texture, processing behavior, and nutritional properties.
– Metallic and Magnetic Impurities – Screening for metallic contaminants to ensure product purity and safety.
– Foreign Matter and Impurities – Identification of non-grain contaminants, including foreign seeds, mineral particles, and other unwanted materials.
– Grain Impurities – Analysis of defective or unwanted grains present in the product.
– Oil Impurities – Determination of unwanted oil-based contaminants that may affect product quality.
– Dark Inclusions – Evaluation of dark particles or discoloration that could indicate product degradation.
– Unsaponified Substances – Measurement of substances that do not undergo saponification, impacting oil composition.
– Phosphorus Content – Determination of phosphorus levels, including its presence in lecithin compounds.
Titrimetric Analysis
– Acid Number – Determines the free fatty acid content, which is essential for assessing product freshness and stability. A high acid number may indicate degradation or oxidation.
– Protein Content – Measures the mass fraction of proteins in raw materials, crucial for nutritional value assessment and product formulation.
– Peroxide Value – Evaluates the level of peroxides in oils and fats, an indicator of oxidation and potential rancidity. This parameter is essential for determining product shelf life.
– Iodine Value – Measures the degree of unsaturation in fats and oils, providing insight into product stability and drying properties. This is particularly important for oilseeds and processed oils.
Refractometric Testing
Spectrophotometric & Gas Chromatography Analysis
– Colour Intensity and Purity – Determines the consistency of product coloration, ensuring uniformity in appearance and compliance with quality standards.
– Oxidation Stability – Evaluates the level of oxidation in oils and fats by measuring absorbance at specific wavelengths, helping predict shelf life and storage conditions.
– Fatty Acid Composition – Identifies and quantifies different fatty acids in oils and fat-containing products, ensuring compliance with nutritional and industrial requirements.
– Peroxide Value Estimation – Detects primary oxidation products in oils, indicating potential rancidity or degradation.
– Fatty Acid Composition Analysis – Determines the full profile of fatty acids in vegetable oils, including saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
– Essential Oil Composition Analysis – Identifies and quantifies volatile aromatic compounds in essential oils, ensuring consistency in purity, aroma, and bioactive properties.
– Refractive Index – Measures the bending of light as it passes through a sample, providing insight into product purity, consistency, and potential adulteration.
– Moisture Content – Helps assess the water content in oils, extracts, and concentrates, which affects stability and shelf life.
– Oil and Fat Quality – Used to determine the purity and composition of vegetable oils and fats, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
– Concentration of Dissolved Substances – Evaluates the presence of dissolved solids in liquid-based raw materials, extracts, or emulsions.
– Product Freshness Indicators – Assesses potential degradation of oils, ensuring they maintain their expected chemical properties.