Microbiology Food Testing

Microorganisms – useful and dangerous

For the production, processing and preservation of food, the importance of microorganisms must not be underrated. A particular microbial process can be useful in one food while it can lead to spoilage in another food. Most microorganisms are not toxic to human health. On the other hand microbiology food testing is able to identify pathogens, that can lead to severe food poisoning.

Benefits we offer to our customers

At Institut Kirchhoff Berlin, a Mérieux NutriSciences company, we use a systematic approach for microbiology and microbiological food testing to ensure the greatest possible safety for your products. We go beyond routine analysis and also offer you:

• Consulting (legal advice)
• Interpretation of result in the context of your processes
• Identification of optimization needs
• Customization of projects
• Delivery of results within 24 hours (upon request for specific analysis)
• Holistic partnership

Fields of application of our microbiological methods

The microbiological status of food and other product groups is an essential parameter for their safety and quality assessment. We offer analysis of your raw materials, food, animal feed, drinking and process water and packaging that is specifically tailored to your needs. Let us advise you and put together your individual complete package. Of course, we are also your reliable partner if you already know your analysis package.

Indicator and pathogen testing for food safety

Our microbiology testing portfolio includes analytical services to detect common indicators, pathogenic microbes and organisms causing decay such as yeasts and molds.

Our full range of microbiological tests enables you to guarantee the quality of your food products by ensuring an acceptable level of spoilage organisms and absence of pathogens.

Microbiological analysis in cooperation with our Silliker Food Science Center and Expert Service – Team

In close cooperation with our Silliker® Food Science Center and Expert Service Team, we also carry out shelf-life studies and process validations or accompany you in the conception, optimization and review of your hygiene concept. In this way, you can offer yourself and your customers the greatest possible safety through a well-established food safety culture.

German and European legal framework