Supplement testing and quality control
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OUR COMMITMENT
Your partner in supplement testing and quality assurance
In today’s health-conscious world, the quality and safety of supplements is crucial. We specialize in providing rigorous testing and quality assurance services to ensure your products meet the highest standards.
All supplements are tested and verified for safety, potency and quality.
Why choose Somafina?
Advanced testing capabilities
Our multidisciplinary microbiological testing laboratory offers a wide range of high-quality testing services. We perform comprehensive materials analysis on various products, including pathogen testing, yeast and mold enumeration and total aerobic plate count. Our efficient sample management and quick turnaround times ensure timely and accurate results.
Manufacturing excellence
We’re proud of our industry-leading turnaround times in our GMP-regulated facilities that operate under hard-earned NSF, SQF and USDA Organic scrutiny.
Comprehensive quality assurance
We guarantee your product meets all label claims throughout its shelf life, backed by our rigorous quality control measures. Our operations comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and undergo regular audits to maintain the highest standards.
Independent verification
We provide impartial proof that every batch meets your specifications through independent third-party laboratories for raw materials and finished product potency testing. All associated labs are ISO-17025 accredited and audited regularly to ensure accurate results and appropriate methods.
Amazon compliant
UST Labs has extensive experience working with Amazon sellers on a wide range of products. We are well-versed in Amazon’s stringent requirements, including documentation, shipping and formulations.
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What we provide
Adaptable product line testing
As nutritional supplements evolve, so do our testing
protocols. We stay ahead of trends and regulations to offer the most current and effective
testing solutions.
Scalable testing services
Whether you need small-batch testing or large-scale quality
assurance, we can accommodate your requirements and grow with your brand.
Manufacturing solutions support:
We are more than just a testing facility; we are problem solvers. Let us help you overcome any challenges you face in bringing your product to market.
Extensive experience:
With over 75 years of combined industry experience, we've seen and done it all. You can trust us to deliver exceptional testing and quality assurance services.
Speedy service
Our streamlined processes allow us to provide testing and quality assurance services about 25% faster than the industry norm, getting your product to market quickly.
Our commitment to quality
Certificates of analysis
We guarantee your product meets all label claims from
creation through its entire shelf life.
cGMP compliance
Our operations are fully compliant with current Good Manufacturing Practices.
Routine audits
We undergo regular audits by ISO, TGA and NSF, ensuring our
standards meet global regulatory requirements.
Continuous improvement
We are committed to enhancing all aspects of our product
and service quality.
Robust quality management system
Our QMS impacts every step of the process, from formulations and ingredient sourcing to manufacturing and shipping, ensuring exceptional quality and service.
Dedicated team
Our facility is staffed with customer service representatives, scientists and manufacturing professionals who work together to perfect each order.
Third-party verification
We use independent laboratories for raw materials and finished product potency testing, ensuring impartial proof that every batch meets your specifications. All associated labs are ISO-17025 accredited.
Certified products
We routinely manufacture Kosher- and Halal-certified products and are proud members of the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA), American Herbal Pharmacopeia (AHP) and Bio-Utah.
High standards
Our Botany staff ensures all botanical material suppliers meet the highest standards, eliminating the use of adulterated materials in our products.
Rigorous quality control process
In-line manufacturing testing
- Rooms are inspected for cleanliness.
- The production environment is constantly verified with temperature monitoring, light readings and micro-testing.
- In-process product is continuously monitored with several Critical Control Points (CCPs), including material screening, metal detection and robust label verification procedures.
Outbound testing before shipping
- Finished goods undergo a strict multi-step process to certify that potency is above standard, and all other tests comply with regulatory status.
- Samples from all unique batches are collected to verify they conform to specifications.
- An independent, third-party laboratory confirms that the product is unadulterated and safe for the end user.
- In-house testing includes FTIR Spectrometry, FT-NIR Spectrometry, HPLC and Microbial Testing.
- Pallet tags, box labels and lot codes are checked and verified.
Lab capabilities
Our lab is ISO 17025 accredited and offers a comprehensive range of testing capabilities. We are continually planning further growth to expand our services and capabilities to meet evolving industry needs. Our testing capabilities include:
Identification testing
Microscopy
Biologists inspect all botanicals for identification by comparison to validated reference samples. Materials are inspected for adulteration.
TLC
Creates a fingerprint ID of botanicals by verifying the presence of critical unique compounds.
PCR
Identifies probiotic strains through DNA testing.
FTIR
Industry standard for comparison testing of material samples from lot to lot.
Melting point
Identifies minerals lacking UV spectrum.
Microbial testing
Total aerobic plate count (TPC) & yeast and mold
General marker of cleanliness.
Probiotic enumeration
Claimed bacterial load testing for active product claims.
Coliform/enterobacteriaceae
Determines presence of potentially pathogenic organisms.
Pathogens
Tests for specific pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Salmonella and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Analytical testing
Titrations
Testing of acids and other titratable analytes.
UV-Vis
Quantifying a chromophore from a specific wavelength.
HPLC/UPLC
Quantifies most finished product label claims. Includes PDA and Mass Spec capabilities for advanced analysis.
ELISA
Quantifies peptides, proteins antibodies and hormones.
BRIX and refractive index
Measures sugar content and concentration levels in liquid solutions.
Mineral/metal testing
ICP-MS
Quantifies metals at levels in the parts per trillion range.
ICP-MS heavy metals
Analyzes heavy metal contamination.
ICP-MS elementals
Dilutes samples to parts per billion concentration for analysis.
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Ready to ensure your supplements meet the highest quality standards. Contact us to receive a personalized quote and learn how we can help.