Food > Oil, Wine & Beverages
We support olive growers, millers, and bottlers in controlling the oils they produce or purchase by conducting various types of analyses to determine chemical, physical, and sensory characteristics. For many years, we have been committed to ensuring the quality of the olive-oil and wine-making supply chains, aiming to improve production quality. Method, experience, and planning allow Analytical to meet the needs of agricultural producers and food industries in terms of product enhancement and addressing the ever-growing need for consumer safety, protection, and assurance.
Oil
We provide our know-how for collaborations with public and private research entities with the aim of continuously improving the quality of food products, particularly extra virgin olive oil. In our Laboratory, the Professional Tasting Committee of the Italian Association of Olive Oil Millers operates, recognized by the Ministry of Agricultural Policies, for the organoleptic evaluation of the product. The tasting panels can certify the quality of the oil, indicating its strengths and weaknesses, and assign the exact commercial classification (extra virgin – virgin – lampante).
Our services for oil
Oil Quality Analysis
The quality and freshness of oil depend on many factors, including composition and acidity content, peroxides, diglycerides, and pyropheophytins. Spectrophotometry also provides important quality indicators.
Oil Purity Analysis
To determine the purity of oil, it is important to evaluate the composition of fatty acids, stigmastadienes, and sterols.
Oil Contaminant Analysis
We monitor chemical compounds that may be present in oil and pose health risks. Our analysis focuses on MOSH, pesticides, 3-MCPD, and glycidol.
Nutritional Content Analysis and Nutritional Labeling
Wine
For over twenty years, we have been conducting analyses for the wine sector according to accredited methods published by the International Organization of Vine and Wine (OIV) and the Ministerial Decree of March 12, 1986, and we are a reference laboratory for many certification bodies. We provide a comprehensive quality analysis service for wine, ensuring that each bottle reflects the excellence of its region. From the harvest to the creation of the nutritional label, we carefully follow each phase of the process to guarantee the highest quality and complete satisfaction for our clients. Our analyses include the parameters required by the main regulations, among others:
- Alcoholic Strength by Volume: necessary for labeling.
- Total Acidity: essential for evaluating freshness and balance.
- Volatile Acidity: to determine the preservation of wines.
- Sulfur Dioxide: to aid in preservation and verify compliance with regulations.
- Sugars (glucose and fructose) and Total Sugars: to monitor the proper fermentation process and the classification of wines, including sparkling and semi-sparkling wines.
Our services for wine
Nutritional Content Analysis and Nutritional Labeling
At Analytical, we conduct detailed analysis of the nutritional profile of foods.
Detection of Additives and Preservatives
Verifica della conformità con le normative relative all’uso di additivi.
Verification of Organic Acid Levels
Acido malico, acido lattico, acido citrico, acido ascorbico influenzano il sapore e la conservabilità .
Pesticide Residues
Valutazione della presenza di sostanze chimiche residue dai trattamenti agricoli.
Inorganic Contaminants
Analisi dei metalli pesanti come piombo, cadmio e mercurio, che sono limitati dai Regolamenti Europei.
Beverages
We perform accurate analyses on various types of beverages. From water to non-alcoholic drinks such as fruit juices, to alcoholic beverages like liquors. We ensure they are safe, contamination-free, and meet the standards of the target markets.
Water for Human Consumption
The Legislative Decree of February 23, 2023, No. 18, introduced significant changes to the Italian legislation on drinking water, repealing the previous D.Lgs. 31/2001. The legislation implements Directive (EU) 2020/2184 and aims to protect human health from the dangers arising from the contamination of water intended for consumption. It includes aspects such as risk assessment and management for drinking water, establishes quality requirements for water, and introduces measures to ensure the safety and accessibility of drinking water. The decree applies to all water intended for human consumption, excluding specific categories such as recognized natural mineral waters and medicinal waters. 01
Our services for beverages
Nutritional Content Analysis and Nutritional Labeling
At Analytical, we conduct detailed analysis of the nutritional profile of foods.
Detection of Additives and Preservatives
Verifica della conformità con le normative relative all’uso di additivi.
Verification of Organic Acid Levels
Acido malico, acido lattico, acido citrico, acido ascorbico influenzano il sapore e la conservabilità .
Pesticide Residues
Valutazione della presenza di sostanze chimiche residue dai trattamenti agricoli.
Inorganic Contaminants
Analisi dei metalli pesanti come piombo, cadmio e mercurio, che sono limitati dai Regolamenti Europei.
Perfluorinated Compounds (PFAS) and PFCs
Testiamo la presenza di perfluorati (PFAS, Perfluoroalchil e Polifluoroalchil Sostanze) e i PFC (Composti Perfluorocarbonici), sostanze chimiche pericolose per la salute.
Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
Sono prodotti da processi industriali, uso di pesticidi, e rilasciati da determinati rifiuti. A causa della loro persistenza, i POPs possono viaggiare lunghe distanze nell’ambiente e si possono trovare in regioni dove non sono mai stati utilizzati.
Microplastics
In collaboration with the University of Florence, we can analyze various matrices using advanced micro FTIR instrumentation, performing qualitative and quantitative recognition of plastics.
