Packaging
Packaging plays an essential role in safeguarding product integrity across various industries by preventing contamination and tampering. However, packaging materials can themselves pose risks if they come into direct contact with food, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or beverages. As consumer demand for sustainable, biodegradable packaging rises, industries like food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals are under increasing pressure to comply with stringent regulations. These evolving guidelines require continuous updates to testing standards and practices to ensure packaging remains safe, inert, and compatible with the products they contain. METS Lab is committed to helping companies meet these challenges through comprehensive testing and evaluation.
At METS Lab, we offer a full spectrum of testing services for packaging materials to ensure compliance with industry regulations and verify their safety and functionality throughout a product’s shelf life. Our capabilities include Extractables and Leachables (E&L) testing, migration studies for metals and organic compounds, and testing according to the latest USP requirements – USP 661.1 and USP 666.2. With a cGMP compliant facility and an expert team in analytical and physical chemistry, we deliver both qualitative and quantitative analysis. Our lab is designed to handle large sample volumes with quick turnaround times, providing clients with accurate, reliable results to ensure the safety and integrity of their packaging materials.
Packaging Services
Packaging Services Compliance of Materials for Drinking and Potable Water
Since packaged drinking water comes in direct contact with its packaging, it is crucial that the packaging material meets strict guidelines, such as being tamper-proof, transparent, and made from food-grade materials. At METS Lab, we provide comprehensive testing services to ensure that packaging materials comply with all relevant regulations and standards.”
Extractables & Leachables Studies
During the manufacturing of food products, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, various compounds are intentionally added or may be introduced inadvertently through processing or storage. Extractables and Leachables (E&L) testing identifies potentially harmful chemicals that could leach from the product, ensuring safety and compliance with regulatory standards. With nearly two decades of experience in E&L testing, METS Lab is a leading provider in this field. Our advanced labs are equipped with LCMS/MS, GCMS, and ICPMS technology to accurately identify compounds that may leach from products. We offer customized E&L testing services to ensure your products meet regulatory requirements and are safe for use. Our team has conducted over 2,000 studies, with our data accepted by US and European regulatory authorities
Food Packaging Testing
The quality, safety, and shelf life of food products are significantly influenced by their packaging. METS Lab conducts thorough packaging and container evaluations for food contact, covering both primary and secondary packaging, to ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Our services include:
- Extractables and Leachables testing
- Sensory analysis
- Ink migration studies
- Restricted substance testing, including Bisphenol A (BPA)
Plastic Container Testing as per IS: 15410
Since drinking water directly interacts with its container, ensuring the container’s safety is crucial. At METS Lab, we conduct plastic container testing in accordance with the specifications outlined in IS: 15410, which mandates that containers for natural mineral water and packaged drinking water must be colorless and exhibit at least 85% transparency