As a prominent nutraceutical testing lab in India, ITC Labs provide an all-encompassing and specialised testing solutions to ensure the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance of nutraceutical products. With over three decades of expertise, we support wellness products, pharmaceuticals, food, and other manufacturers with authentic testing solutions for both raw materials and finished goods.
Comprehensive Testing Solutions
At ITC Labs , we understand the importance of nutraceutical product testing; from quantity verification to quality assurance, we thoroughly check the ingredients, formulation and its perishability. Our services are powered by ultra-modern cutting-edge analytical instruments that stand as a testament to our commitment. In every test we carry out, our analysts ensure the highest standards of quality in ingredients, composition, and packaging.
The following are nutraceutical testing solutions we offer in our labs:
- Raw Materials Testing We meticulously test raw materials used in nutraceutical products to ensure quality and efficacy. Our methods verify the authenticity, identity, purity, and potency of active ingredients, vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts, amino acids, and excipients. As per FSSAI and ICH regulations, we test nutraceutical products for contaminants such as pesticides, heavy metals, and residual solvents.
- Finished Goods Testing Our comprehensive testing services evaluate various aspects of the manufactured products to check whether the products meet expected results. Our laboratory is equipped to conduct testing on capsules, tablets, powders, syrups, and functional foods to verify label claims and ensure batch-wise compliance.
- Active Content Testing In every pharmaceutical and nutraceutical product, there is one prominent ingredient that determines the functionality, and usage of the product. Our tests verify that formulations contain the required concentrations of active molecules compared to excipients using validated methods such as HPLC, UV, and LC-MS/MS.
- Part Per Billion Testing Using robust methods, we measure active content down to minute levels for precise ingredient validation.
- Nutritional Labelling Analysis We perform macronutrient and micronutrient quantification for regulatory submissions and nutritional claim substantiation.
- Allergen Screening Neutracutical products contain natural ingredients that could trigger allergic reaction in some. Sensitive testing is conducted for common allergens such as gluten, soy, milk, nuts, and others to prevent undeclared allergenic substances.
- Analytical Method Validation Our expert team develops and validates analytical methods specific to nutraceutical matrices. We ensure specificity, accuracy, reproducibility, sensitivity, precision, linearity, detection and quantification limits (LOD/LOQ), and robustness in accordance with ICH guidelines. We also provide analytical method verification for client-developed methods and conduct system suitability testing as per regulatory requirements.
- Stability Testing We offer nutraceutical stability testing to assess the shelf life of products. Our advanced tests evaluate whether products maintain effectiveness, safety, and quality over time under varied storage conditions.
- Real-time Shelf-life Testing We have shelf-life testing chambers that simulating actual storage conditions (ambient, refrigerated, etc.) to understand the shelf-life period and ensure long-term product reliability.
- Accelerated Stability Testing We have the facility to elevate conditions (up to 45°C and 75% RH) matching India’s extreme weather to assess degradation time and predict product life under stress. Accelerated testing cuts down the shelf-like testing period drastically to provide actual expiration period within a short period. Customised protocols for testing are designed as per FSSAI, ICH, and market-specific requirements.
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Packaging Analysis: Our shelf-life testing of packaging material evaluates microplastic migration, heavy metals, extractables & leachables, and material interaction with content. These tests ensure packaging integrity, product safety, and consumer reliability. We test for specific migration of molecules such as phthalates, heavy metals, and PAA, along with contamination risks.
- Food and Allergen Testing Our expertise in nutraceutical food testing is strengthened by advanced technology and experienced scientists. We analyse food for nutritional content and allergens such as gluten, nuts, lactose, soy, and others, ensuring compliance with labelling requirements and safety standards. We also verify “free-from” claims following FSSAI guidelines.
- Vegan Certification As per the new FSSAI regulations, manufacturers must provide lab-based reports before labelling their product vegan. Our qualitative and quantitative testing methodologies confirm the absence of animal-derived ingredients and validate vegan claims in plant-based nutraceutical products.
Testing for Ayurvedic and Herbal Nutraceuticals
We specialise in AYUSH-based nutraceuticals testing, where products containing herbal extracts, botanical powders, and mineral-based ingredients.
Our services include:
- Marker compound analysis for standardisation
- Herbal Extracts Profiling
- Residue testing: Pesticides, aflatoxins, and heavy metals
- Shelf-life and stability testing for traditional formulations
- Safety evaluations including heavy metal screening (for bhasmas and mineral ingredients) and microbiological tests
We help bridge the gap between traditional remedies and modern compliance.
Advanced Analytical Techniques
To deliver high-precision services, ITC Labs employs ultra-modern analytical instrumentation. Our facility is equipped with High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS/MS), and Inductively Coupled Plasma–Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS). These systems allow high sensitivity and precision in detecting active ingredients, contaminants, and impurities.
Why Choose ITC Labs for Nutraceutical Testing?
As one of the leading nutraceuticals testing labs in India and experts in food stability testing, we are a trusted partner for several major manufacturing brands. We offer end-to-end solutions across the nutraceutical industry with high-sensitivity chromatography, and expert methodologies that enable precise nutraceutical analysis.
With over 30 years of experience, our services align with national and global standards such as FSSAI, NABL, BIS, and ICH-Q3D guidelines. We are recognised by statutory bodies like APEDA, AYUSH, and BIS. Our testing solutions span raw material validation, stability testing, shelf-life studies, and more, across all formats including functional foods, syrups, tablets, and capsules.
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Whether it’s raw material validation, shelf-life stability testing, or real-time assessments, ITC Labs delivers reliable and timely results. Partner with us for accurate, efficient, and globally recognised testing solutions.
FAQ
ITC Labs provides a range of services, including raw material testing, product testing, stability studies, active content analysis, allergen testing, vegan certification, and packaging material testing.
Our labs adhere to global standards such as FSSAI, NABL, BIS, and ICH-Q3D. We follow regulatory guidelines for real-time stability testing, shelf-life assessments, method validation, and nutritional labelling.
Yes, we provide vegan certification services to confirm products meet FSSAI standards, verifying they contain no animal-derived ingredients through qualitative and quantitative analysis.
We analyse food and nutraceuticals for allergens like gluten, soy, nuts, and seafood, ensuring compliance with safety and labelling regulations.
With over 30 years of expertise, NABL accreditation, advanced equipment, regulatory recognition, and a commitment to excellence, ITC Labs provides precise, reliable, and compliant nutraceutical testing services across both conventional and herbal categories.
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