Food Product Testing & Nutritional Labelling
Get your food products tested for shelf life, adulteration, and nutritional facts. Ensure full compliance with FSSAI packaging guidelines.
Overview
Before launching a packaged food product into the market, it must undergo scientific laboratory testing. FSSAI regulations mandate that all pre-packaged food products must display an accurate "Nutritional Information" panel on the label. Furthermore, businesses must ensure their products are free from harmful bacteria, heavy metals, and adulterants. Our NABL-accredited laboratory partners conduct exhaustive tests on your food samples to generate accurate nutritional profiles and certify that the food is completely safe for human consumption.
What is Included in Our Package
Detailed compliance and filing scope managed by JRC corporate experts.
Documents Required to Start
Upload digital files during onboarding. No physical submissions needed.
Business Information
- Company Name, FSSAI Registration Number, and Brand Name
- Complete list of raw ingredients used in the product
- Current packaging layout (if available)
Product Samples
- 2 to 3 intact units of the final packaged food product, sent securely to the laboratory.
Step-by-Step Testing Timeline
Our step-by-step advisory workflow.
Step 1: Test Scoping
We help you select the exact tests required for your specific product category (e.g., dairy requires different testing than baked goods).
Step 2: Sample Submission
You dispatch the physical food samples to our partner NABL-accredited laboratory.
Step 3: Laboratory Analysis
The lab breaks down the food using chemical reagents and spectrophotometry to measure macros, micros, and screen for pathogens.
Step 4: Final Report & Label Design
You receive the detailed NABL test report along with a standardized Nutritional Facts table that you can print directly on your packaging.
Key Advantages of Food Testing
Lab testing is crucial for product launch, legal compliance, and marketing.
Mandatory Label Compliance
FSSAI strictly requires accurate declaration of energy, protein, carbohydrate, sugars, and fats on product packaging.
Quality & Claims Verification
Scientifically validates your marketing claims such as "High Protein", "Trans-Fat Free", or "Zero Sugar".
Retailer Acceptance
Supermarkets, aggregators (like Swiggy Instamart), and export agencies will not stock your product without a valid NABL lab report.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers to common regulatory inquiries.
Do I need to test every single flavor of my product?▼
Yes. Since different flavors use different ingredients (e.g., chocolate vs. strawberry), the nutritional values and potential allergens will vary. Each distinct SKU requires its own nutritional test.
What is Shelf-Life testing?▼
Shelf-life testing involves keeping the food in controlled environmental chambers to simulate aging. The lab tests the food at specific intervals (e.g., Day 1, Day 30, Day 90) to determine exactly when it spoils, allowing you to accurately print the "Expiry Date".
Is testing required for freshly cooked restaurant food?▼
No. Nutritional labeling is primarily mandatory for "pre-packaged" food products that are sealed and sold off-the-shelf. Freshly cooked restaurant meals served directly to consumers are generally exempt from mandatory nutritional labeling.
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