BQCIS

Accurate Nutrient Profiling for Global Label Compliance

BQCIS offers complete nutritional composition testing and label verification services, supporting compliance with FDA 21 CFR 101, EU 1169/2011, Codex Alimentarius, and local labeling regulations. Our accredited laboratories provide reliable nutrient values for product labeling, marketing, and reformulation.

Testing covers macronutrients (protein, carbohydrates, fat, fiber, sugar), micronutrients (vitamins, minerals), and energy content using AOAC and ISO standard methods. We also verify serving size, allergen statements, and health claims for regional compliance.

BQCIS ensures scientifically defensible data, enabling food producers to meet labeling obligations, optimize nutritional profiles, and support transparent product communication.

Key Activities in Nutritional Labeling Analysis

Proximate Analysis

Determination of moisture, ash, protein (Kjeldahl), fat (Soxhlet), fiber, and carbohydrate content.

Energy Value Calculation

Caloric content computed per EU/FDA conversion factors and verified via bomb calorimetry.

Vitamin & Mineral Analysis

HPLC and ICP-MS analysis for vitamin A, B-complex, C, D, E, calcium, iron, and other trace minerals.

Sugar & Fiber Profiling

Analysis of total sugars, added sugars, and dietary fiber fractions (soluble/insoluble) per AOAC 991.43.

Fatty Acid & Cholesterol Testing

GC-FID analysis of saturated, unsaturated, and trans fats with cholesterol quantification.

Label Format Verification

Review of nutritional panel format, serving size, and allergen declarations per regulatory templates.

Health & Nutrient Claims Validation

Verification of “low-fat,” “high-protein,” and “source of fiber” claims against established limits.

Reformulation Support

Nutritional impact evaluation for recipe optimization and nutrient content claims.

Sodium & Potassium Analysis

Accurate quantification of sodium and potassium levels for mandatory labeling and health-conscious consumers.

Key Benefits of Nutritional Labeling Analysis

Regulatory Assurance

Regulatory Assurance

Ensures label accuracy per FDA, EU, and Codex standards to avoid product withdrawal or penalties.

Consumer Transparency

Consumer Transparency

Provides verified nutritional facts to build brand trust and customer confidence.

Product Optimization

Product Optimization

Supports product reformulation and innovation to meet modern dietary and labeling trends.

Global Market Access

Global Market Access

Facilitates export readiness with labeling that meets destination market requirements.

Success Story

Nutrition Label Validation for Export-Ready Snack Manufacturer

The Challenge:

A food producer preparing for EU export required nutritional verification for 25 SKUs across multiple product lines.

Our Solution:

BQCIS conducted full proximate, vitamin, and mineral testing using AOAC methods, delivering GDA-compliant nutrition facts panels in English and French.

The Result:

Achieved EU regulatory approval and eliminated re-labeling costs by 22%, ensuring accurate nutritional communication and market entry compliance.

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