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The ifplabs Blog shares expert knowledge from across our laboratories, covering analytical methods, regulatory requirements, and real‑world applications in food, water, feed, pharmaceutical, and environmental testing. Our articles translate complex scientific and regulatory topics into clear, practical insights for professionals working at the interface of science, quality, and compliance.

MOSH/MOAH: EU Maximum Levels Are Coming – Are You Prepared?Latest
Contaminants
MOSH/MOAH: EU Maximum Levels Are Coming – Are You Prepared?

The EU is working on legally binding maximum levels for mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons (MOAH) in food. What the industry can expect, why the standard method ...

Apr 30, 2026 | Janine Schäpe
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Cereulide: The Underestimated Toxin in Starchy Foods
Food Safety
Cereulide: The Underestimated Toxin in Starchy Foods

The Europe-wide recalls of infant formula since December 2025 have put a toxin in the spotlight that...

Apr 23, 2026 | Liza Beau
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Allergen Analysis: ELISA, PCR and the Question of the Right Method
Allergens
Allergen Analysis: ELISA, PCR and the Question of the Right Method

The EU is working on harmonized rules for precautionary allergen labelling (PAL) in food. Expected b...

Apr 1, 2026 | Dr. Wolfgang Weber
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Think Lean: Process Optimisation in the Analytical Laboratory
Lab Operations
Think Lean: Process Optimisation in the Analytical Laboratory

What happens when an analytical campus with multiple laboratories and over 1.5 million samples per y...

Mar 12, 2026 | Josephine Linnardi
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