Food Testing
Microbiological, chemical and physical testing for packaged and fresh food, plus allergen screening, hand swab analysis, sensory evaluation and animal feed testing, at an FSSAI-notified, NABL-accredited laboratory.
Why does food safety testing matter?
A single microbiological failure, an undeclared allergen, or a heavy metal contaminant found by a regulator can shut down a production line, trigger a recall, or end a retail listing overnight. Food safety testing is the evidence that lets you catch these risks before a customer, an auditor, or FSSAI does.
Equinox Labs is an FSSAI-notified, NABL-accredited (ISO/IEC 17025) laboratory covering the full spectrum of food safety testing: microbiological screening, sensory evaluation, hand swab hygiene checks, heavy metals & pesticide residue analysis, and animal feed testing. We test packaged food, fresh produce, dairy, meat and beverages against FSSAI Food Safety and Standards Regulations.
When a product is being readied for market, the same accredited team also handles shelf life analysis, nutritional labeling and label validation, plus FoSTaC training for your food handlers.
Food Safety Testing Services for Your Business
From microbiological testing to chemical contaminant analysis, we help businesses assess food safety and product quality through relevant testing services.
Food Safety Testing
Total plate count, coliforms, Salmonella, Listeria and other pathogen screening for food products.
Learn more about Food Safety Testing
Microbiological Testing
Testing for total plate count, coliforms, Salmonella, Listeria and other relevant microorganisms in food products.
Learn more about Microbiological Testing
Hand Swab Analysis
Assess hygiene on food handlers' hands to help identify potential microbial contamination and cross-contamination risks.
Learn more about Hand Swab Analysis
Sensory Evaluation
Assessment of taste, aroma, texture and appearance against defined product specifications.
Learn more about Sensory Evaluation
Heavy Metals & Pesticides
Testing for selected heavy metals, including lead, arsenic and cadmium, and pesticide residues against applicable requirements.
Learn more about Heavy Metals & Pesticides
Animal Feed Testing
Nutritional and contaminant testing of animal feed and feed ingredients.
Learn more about Animal Feed TestingCheck your paneer before you cook it
Video
Paneer Adulteration: 4-Step Home Test
- A 4-step test you can run in your own kitchen before you cook with the paneer
- The common adulterants found in market paneer and how they actually show up
- When a home test isn't enough and lab confirmation is worth the extra step
Which parameters do we test?
Microbiological, chemical and physical parameters. The panel is selected for your product category.
Microbiological
Chemical
Physical & Sensory
Who needs food testing?
From food manufacturers to HoReCa operators.
Food & Beverage Manufacturers
Batch-wise release testing and shelf-life validation before a product ships.
HoReCa & Institutional Kitchens
Hygiene swabs and raw material testing to keep FSSAI hygiene ratings audit-ready.
Feed & Ingredient Suppliers
Nutritional profiling and contaminant screening for animal feed ingredients.
How does food testing work, from sample to report?
The same process across every food safety testing engagement.
Inquire
Tell us your product type and which parameters need testing.
Sample Collection
Our professionals collect the samples from your premises.
Testing
Samples are tested using applicable methods and parameters based on the agreed testing requirements.
Results & Support
We share the test report and provide guidance on understanding the results and identifying appropriate next steps.
Access the Equinox PortalReports FSSAI, retailers and auditors accept
Accredited methodology, pan-India reach, and a team that explains what the numbers mean.
FSSAI Notified & NABL Accredited
Dual recognition means your reports are accepted by regulators and retailers alike.
Pan-India Sample Collection
Field teams cover 500+ cities, so testing keeps pace with multi-plant operations.
Regulatory Fluency
Deep working knowledge of FSSAI FSS Regulations and product-specific standards.
A Dedicated Account Manager
One point of contact who understands your product portfolio and testing calendar.
Food testing labs across India
NABL-accredited testing with doorstep sample collection in 500+ cities, anchored by five regional labs.
Delhi NCR (Noida)
Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad and Faridabad
Food testing in Delhi NCRFood safety testing FAQs
Food testing requirements depend on the applicable FSSAI regulations, product category and business activities. Food businesses should identify the testing requirements relevant to their products and operations to support compliance.
We test packaged foods, fresh produce, dairy, meat and seafood, beverages, spices, and animal feed, across microbiological, chemical and physical parameters relevant to each category.
Yes, including gluten, nuts, soy and dairy allergen panels. See our dedicated Gluten Testing service for details on that specific parameter.
Hand swab analysis checks food handling staff for microbial contamination, helping kitchens and manufacturing units catch hygiene lapses before they become a cross-contamination incident.
Frequency depends on product type, ingredients and shelf life. Most manufacturers test each new batch or formulation plus periodic stability checks; we can set up a customised testing schedule for your product line.
Food businesses can approach a food testing laboratory to identify suitable tests for their products. The required testing depends on the product category, ingredients, potential contaminants and applicable regulatory or customer requirements. Before submitting a sample, confirm the available parameters, sample requirements, turnaround time and applicable accreditation scope.
Get your Food Safety Testing enquiry answered
Tell us a little about your requirement and our team will get back to you within one working day.
- Response within one working day
- PAN-India service network
- Dedicated account manager
Thanks, we've got your enquiry
Our team will reach out within one working day to discuss your requirement.