Eurofins Nutrition Analysis Center Launches Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate Method Specific to Pet Food Products
April 17, 2025 - Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, through a wide variety of ingredient sources, are incorporated in pet food and pet supplement products frequently to promote joint health and mobility. However, due to the complexity of these sample types and the limitations of standard compendial methods, optimizing analysis techniques became a critical need for the pet food industry.
The Eurofins Nutrition Analysis Center in Des Moines, IA has successfully developed and implemented advanced methods specifically tailored for pet foods and pet supplements. By harnessing state-of-the-art technology and precision cleanup steps, these methods address the unique challenges and interferences inherent in these intricate formulations.
Key Highlights of the New Methods:
- Enhanced clarity in analyzing complex matrices
- Effective elimination of adulteration interferences
- Sensitivity improvements, achieving detection levels as low as 50 ppm
- Reduced variance in challenging sample types
- Chemistry focused designed methods to meet complex matrix analytical needs
These groundbreaking advancements underscore Eurofins' commitment to providing reliable and innovative testing solutions for the pet food and pet supplement industries.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your pet food and pet supplement testing!
About Eurofins
Eurofins is a global leader in providing a comprehensive range of testing services across industries such as food, environment, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and more. With an extensive network of over 950 laboratories in 60 countries and a workforce of ca. 63,000 dedicated professionals, Eurofins is committed to delivering accurate, reliable, and innovative solutions.
