Acrylamide Testing

Quantitative acrylamide analysis by HPLC-MS/MS with a limit of quantification of 10 µg/kg for accurate detection in food matrices.

Price per sample:

$300

Additional information

Turnaround Time

3 weeks

Sample Size

50 grams

Quantity

Acrylamide Testing for Food and Consumer Products

Acrylamide testing is used to detect and quantify acrylamide, a process contaminant that can form in certain foods during high-temperature cooking such as baking, frying, or roasting.

At Pentyl Labs, we support acrylamide analysis through validated methods to help manufacturers, brands, and importers assess product safety and meet regulatory and retailer expectations.


What Is Acrylamide?

Acrylamide is a chemical compound that can form naturally in carbohydrate-rich foods when cooked at high temperatures through the Maillard reaction.

It is commonly associated with:

  • Fried foods such as potato chips and fries
  • Baked goods such as cookies and crackers
  • Roasted coffee
  • Certain processed foods

Because of its classification as a potential carcinogen, acrylamide is subject to increasing regulatory scrutiny.


When Is Acrylamide Testing Required?

Acrylamide testing is commonly performed for:

  • Regulatory compliance (e.g., California Proposition 65)
  • Retailer and brand safety requirements
  • Product development and reformulation
  • Risk assessment and labeling considerations

Testing Method and Sensitivity

Acrylamide is analyzed using HPLC-MS/MS, a highly sensitive and specific analytical technique suitable for trace-level detection in complex food matrices.

  • Limit of Quantification (LOQ): 10 µg/kg

This level of sensitivity supports compliance evaluations, including low-level detection relevant to regulatory and legal thresholds.

Testing is performed by qualified partner laboratories with appropriate validation and quality controls.


Sample Requirements

Typical sample requirements include:

  • Approximately 50–100 grams of finished product
  • Representative sample of production batch
  • Ingredient list (recommended for context)

Turnaround Time

Typical turnaround time is approximately 1–2 weeks from sample receipt, depending on sample type and lab capacity.


Applications

Acrylamide testing is commonly used for:

  • Snack foods and fried products
  • Baked goods and cereals
  • Coffee and roasted products
  • Confectionery items

Why Work With Pentyl Labs

  • Coordinated testing through qualified partner laboratories
  • Clear reporting suitable for compliance and customer requirements
  • Support for regulatory and risk-based decision making

Get Started

Contact [email protected] to request a quote or discuss your acrylamide testing needs.

Description

Acrylamide Testing for Food and Consumer Products

Acrylamide testing is used to detect and quantify acrylamide, a process contaminant that can form in certain foods during high-temperature cooking such as baking, frying, or roasting.

At Pentyl Labs, we support acrylamide analysis through validated methods to help manufacturers, brands, and importers assess product safety and meet regulatory and retailer expectations.


What Is Acrylamide?

Acrylamide is a chemical compound that can form naturally in carbohydrate-rich foods when cooked at high temperatures through the Maillard reaction.

It is commonly associated with:

Because of its classification as a potential carcinogen, acrylamide is subject to increasing regulatory scrutiny.


When Is Acrylamide Testing Required?

Acrylamide testing is commonly performed for:


Testing Method and Sensitivity

Acrylamide is analyzed using HPLC-MS/MS, a highly sensitive and specific analytical technique suitable for trace-level detection in complex food matrices.

This level of sensitivity supports compliance evaluations, including low-level detection relevant to regulatory and legal thresholds.

Testing is performed by qualified partner laboratories with appropriate validation and quality controls.


Sample Requirements

Typical sample requirements include:


Turnaround Time

Typical turnaround time is approximately 1–2 weeks from sample receipt, depending on sample type and lab capacity.


Applications

Acrylamide testing is commonly used for:


Why Work With Pentyl Labs


Get Started

Contact [email protected] to request a quote or discuss your acrylamide testing needs.