Toxicological Safety Tests

Food safety is a fundamental pillar of public health and a key responsibility of the global food industry. As food systems become increasingly complex, driven by innovation in raw materials, processing technologies, functional ingredients, and health-oriented products, the potential toxicological risks associated with foods must be carefully evaluated and scientifically controlled. Toxicological safety assessment provides the essential scientific basis for determining whether foods and food-related substances are safe for short-term and long-term human consumption. Regulatory authorities worldwide, including those in the European Union, the United States, and Asia-Pacific regions, require comprehensive toxicological data to support market approval, risk assessment, and post-market surveillance of foods, food ingredients, additives, and health foods. At the same time, consumers are more informed and safety-conscious than ever, expecting transparency, scientific rigor, and regulatory compliance throughout the food supply chain. At Alfa Chemistry, we offer a full range of toxicological safety tests designed to identify potential hazards, characterize toxic effects, and support scientifically sound risk assessments. Our services help food manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and brand owners demonstrate product safety, comply with regulatory requirements, and confidently introduce innovative products to global markets.

Our services cover a broad spectrum of food-related products:

• Foods raw materials, and food ingredients
• Animal-derived foods , such as meat, dairy products, eggs, and aquatic products
• Plant-based foods and plant-derived ingredients
• Beverages, including conventional and functional drinks
• Seasonings and condiments
• Food additives, such as preservatives, colorants, sweeteners, and processing aids
• Health foods and dietary supplements
• Novel food
• ...

We provide a comprehensive portfolio of toxicological safety testing services:

• In vitrotoxicological testing, including cytotoxicity and preliminary hazard identification assays
• Genotoxicity testing (Ames test, in vitro micronucleus test, chromosomal aberration assays)
• Acute and short-term oral toxicity studies
• Sub-acute and sub-chronic toxicity studies (28-day and 90-day oral toxicity studies)
• Reproductive and developmental toxicity testing
• Toxicokinetics and ADME studies

Regulatory compliance and global acceptance

Our toxicological safety testing services are designed to support regulatory compliance across major global markets. All studies are conducted in accordance with internationally recognized guidelines and quality standards, including OECD, EFSA, FDA, and other relevant regulatory frameworks. With a strong understanding of regulatory expectations for foods, food ingredients, additives, and health foods, we help clients generate reliable and globally accepted toxicological data to support product registration, market access, and ongoing compliance.