Mycotoxins
Posted on 31st March 2020 by biocheckuk.
Vicam’s AflaTest has been re-certified by the USDA Federal Grain Inspection Service for the quantitative determination of aflatoxins in corn gluten meal, distillers dried grain with solubles, milled rice (including brewer’s rice and glutinous rice), popcorn, sorghum as well as corn (including field corn, corn meal, corn flour, cracked corn, corn grits or polenta, and corn screenings). The Certificates of Conformance are now available. Bio-Check also offer Vicam’s lateral flow devices with the Vertu reader for a wide range of quantitative mycotoxin testing (total aflatoxins, aflatoxin M1, deoxynivalenol, fumonisins, ochratoxin). For example, the Afla-V strip tests accurately detect and measure total aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, and G2 at levels as low as 2 µg/kg and as high as 100 µg/kg . The tests can be easily performed on-site or in the lab, require no special training and have a long shelf life. Screen, quantify, and confirm mycotoxin levels with total confidence.
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Posted on 31st March 2020 by biocheckuk.
Medicinal cannabis (cannabis and cannabinoids) and the non-psychotic cannabinoid (cannabidiol, CBD) based foods have in recent years seen a global increase in their popularity together with increasing regulatory scrutiny in terms of their safety. Cannabinoids are derived from a variety of the Cannabis sativa (hemp) plant which is grown industrially. The flowers of the Cannabis plant and products derived from cannabis are susceptible to natural contamination by moulds capable of producing mycotoxins. The laboratories of Vicam, a Waters business, has chosen to use its AflaOchra immunoaffinity column with LC MS/MS for the analysis of aflatoxins and ochratoxins in cannabis. Recently, it took part in the Emerald Proficiency testing scheme and the results they submitted demonstrated their competence in performing this method within acceptable standards of accuracy and precision. These results underlie the reliability of AflaOchra columns in this growing and emerging field of analysis.
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Posted on 31st March 2020 by biocheckuk.
Some of the
information tweeted @BioCheckUK in March 2020:
FSA Board meeting papers published for March
2020 Prepare for the split in plant-based demand Norovirus: Fresh research suggests food plays
bigger role in illness cases Insects as a source of novel foods Key insights into recall management feature
in new webinar Vegan food poses unexpected allergen risk to
consumers Are Endangered Species on Your Dinner Menu? Burger recall underlines plant-based allergen
risks Allergen Bureau: A decade of food recall data
shows allergens still top the list ‘World’s first’ multi-allergen reference kit
developed New research shows societal burden of foodborne
illness in the UK COVID-19 and food: ‘This virus is sensitive
to cooking temperatures’ Reducing Aflatoxin Contamination of Food with
Fungi Pea protein trend sparks allergy warning Outcome of a public consultation on the draft
risk assessment of aflatoxins Coronavirus Stable on Surfaces for Hours to
Days UK Coronavirus Emergency Bill looks to ‘keep
food supply flowing’ Scientists optimise prime editing for rice and
wheat ‘EU mobilises all means at our disposal’ to tackle
COVID-19 Hard surface disinfection even more crucial
for dairy industry in light of coronavirus Coronavirus supply chain: lessons from China World Food Programme supply chain chief on
COVID-19 challenges FSA publishes guidance for food businesses on coronavirus
(COVID-19) The Coronavirus Outbreak: a collection of
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Posted on 29th February 2020 by biocheckuk.
Some of the
information tweeted @BioCheckUK in February 2020:
Peanut allergy drug approved by the US FDA 2DLC in Food Safety and Traceability A Survey of Meat Species in Sausage Products from Sichuan Province Food Industry Intelligence Network aims to expand membership Can coronavirus be transmitted via imported food? Combating cow’s milk protein allergy An interview with the FSA: recalls and risk prevention Preparation of Gluten-Free Foods .. May Not Always Be as Risky A major development in reference materials for allergen quantification Allergic reaction hospital admissions double in Wales in eight years Takeaway prosecuted for selling unsafe foods FSA sets deadline for CBD Novel Food compliance Food safety checks in UK down by half in 10 years FDA Releases Third Installment of IA Rule Draft Guidance Top ten food trends predicted for 2020 ‘Medical food’ launched in UK Our mission is to get seitan into the mainstream FSA research suggests new higher estimates for the role of food in UK illness UK wants to be the best place for people living with food hypersensitivities SOFHT: successful sampling for food allergens Plant-based meat sees 35% growth month-on-month Accelerated pace of innovation a ‘strain’ for plant-based sector Follow us on Twitter to receive timely information about
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Posted on 31st January 2020 by biocheckuk.
Some of the
information tweeted @BioCheckUK in January 2020:
Current research gaps and unmet clinical
needs in food allergy. Accredited labs have until November 2020 to
transition to the new ISO/IEC 17025 Jackfruit, tempeh and seitan to lead
plant-based boom – 1 of 4 trends for 2020 Did you know 1/4 of the world’s pigs died
last year because of disease? BRCGS announces plant-based global standard EFSA opens comment period on Ochratoxin A
health risks EU germ threats ranked, with STEC now third Natural grown vs tech made meat Food ‘made from air’ could compete with soya Anaphylaxis – A Distinct Immunological
Syndrome, but How Much Do We Really Understand? Study: Of 433 beef samples bought in Mexico,
10% tested positive for horsemeat EFSA concern over THC levels in hemp products Human error factor in allergy death 8 consumer trends to watch in the new decade Could 2020 be year of the baobab? Testing times: meat speciation and the media
focus Food safety and the importance of horizon
scanning New project to boost plant-based knowledge FSA Board: ‘Protecting the consumer interest
comes first’ FSA Technical Guidance on food allergen
labelling and information requirements One in five food samples contain a hidden
food allergen Spain: new Horsemeat scam shows weak links in
food chain FSA urged to keep CBD products on-shelf:
‘Enforcement could hit millions of consumers’ ‘Don’t assume gluten-free products are
healthy by default’ How Plant-Based Foods Are Changing the Supply
Chain Follow us on Twitter to receive timely information about
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Posted on 31st December 2019 by biocheckuk.
Horizon scanning:
Some of the information tweeted @BioCheckUK in December 2019:
Much of the ‘Australian beef’ sold in China
isn’t Australian … or beef A closer look at the economic and medical
importance of mycotoxins. What does legal limbo mean for CBD? FSANZ calls for comment on a proposal to make
allergen information clearer Farmers and feed advisers encouraged to
better test feed for mycotoxins Sampling for mycotoxins in grain Mycotoxin risk assessment and management in
Europe From allergies to climate change to food
fraud – issues facing the food sector in 2020 FDA is tough on CBD food Label compliance issues extend beyond
allergens Q3 Hazard Beat: Nuts, Nut Products and Seeds Undeclared Allergens Top Cause of FDA and
USDA Food Recalls The rise of the meat-mimicking market Top ten ‘weakest links’ in allergen
management revealed Plant-based ingredients, new pea protein
isolate Pesto products recalled over peanut fears Indian Government waives fee for food
adulteration test Comparative analysis of eliciting capacity of
raw and roasted peanuts US foods making gluten-free claims must
comply w/ FDA’s gluten-free labeling rule
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Posted on 30th November 2019 by biocheckuk.
Horizon scanning:
Some of the information tweeted @BioCheckUK in November 2019:
In Glasgow at the Association of Public Analysts Annual Conference Tackling biofilm detection All-purpose egg replacement DNA testing reveals ‘widespread adulteration’ of herbal products FSIS issues public health alert for pork sausages due to undeclared allergen Greater guidance on food allergens called for New ILSI Europe food allergy task force group on Allergenicity of novel proteins Consumption Information in Risk-Analysis Driven Food Regulatory Decision Pret A Manger and Planet Coconut face trial after allergy death ‘Be wise to portion size’ guidance Africa: $670m in lost export trade due to aflatoxin contamination Severe allergic reactions rise in children in England over past five years USDA Publishes Hemp Rules: Will It Impact Food? High levels of poisonous substance reportedly found in Kenyan maize flour CBD food and drink in the EU: The newest hot commodity or a regulatory headache? Chickpeas: A rising star of the dairy alternatives market? ANSES issues formula production guide in response to 2017 salmonella outbreak Japanese find breastfeeding at birth can lower milk allergies FDA warns companies for illegally selling CBD products Horsemeat scandal abattoir boss hit with new fines “Clean meat” sees rapid growth as start-ups bring first cultured meat product to market Prevention of Non-peanut Food Allergies. Follow us on Twitter to receive timely information about
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Posted on 31st October 2019 by biocheckuk.
Horizon scanning:
Some of the information tweeted @BioCheckUK in October 2019:
Lynne Regent opens the Anaphylaxis Campaign
Corporate conference FSA: study green food contact materials New Eurachem Guidance on planning and
reporting Method Validation Studies Legislation limiting the fight against
dangerous pathogens Rice ‘fingerprinting’ to fight fraud: ’20-50%
of all premium rice is adulterated’ UK allergy-related food recalls may rise
further after Natasha’s Law New food allergen Reference Doses (thresholds)
from VITAL available Allergic reaction to tzatziki sees Ebbw Vale
firm fined Eating out, mindfulness and plant-based
trends will dominate industry EC extends whey protein isolate use in
supplements and infant formulae SOFHT Conference – Building an Allergen Safe
Culture – 27 Feb 2020! FSA downplays rise in reported food crime On World Food Day: Not just hunger,
adulteration too remains a serious issue in India UK campaign raises concern over number of
missed food inspections ‘Act now on food safety’, out-of-home chains
told Could rapeseed protein be the new soy? Going gluten-free offers no gut benefits for
healthy people, study suggests Peanut-allergy therapy ‘protection not a cure’ The Food Industry Guide to Allergen
Management and Labelling for Australia & New Zealand Follow us on Twitter to receive timely information about
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Posted on 30th September 2019 by biocheckuk.
Horizon scanning:
Some of the information tweeted @BioCheckUK in September 2019:
India: ‘Adulteration in food not less than
crime’ Vegan meals are ‘UK’s fastest growing
take-away choice’ Demand for meat & dairy alternatives is
shifting in tandem with a rise for ‘clean-label’ Controlling contaminants: the new facet of
clean label New allergen reference doses in VITAL 3.0 Food safety experts face challenging times ahead Chickpeas: The next big protein source for plant-based
meat? Flooding raises turmeric supply concerns in
India Byron burger death: Owen Carey’s family
demand law change Why the world is becoming more allergic to
food ‘Natasha’s Law’ confirmed Will an Owen’s law follow Natasha’s? What can restaurants do to help customers
with allergies? Eurachem 2019 Measurement Uncertainty Workshop Peanut allergies affected by exercise and
sleep deprivation Are plant-based milks entering a vegan
renaissance? Allergen information for ‘prepacked for
direct sale’ food FSA Board announces plans to protect people
with food allergies and intolerances UK’s food supply at risk from climate change
and imports: report Review of bio-based food contact materials
published – potential risk of allergens present? Byron chicken allergy death family ‘may sue
burger chain’ RASFF Notifications by Hazard 2018 FDA Updates Food Defense Plan Builder to support
Intentional Adulteration FSMA Rule Follow us on Twitter to receive timely information about
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Posted on 31st August 2019 by biocheckuk.
Horizon scanning:
Some of the information tweeted @BioCheckUK in August 2019:
Dutchman sentenced over horse meat scandal arrested in Spain Sale of adulterated rice rampant in Idukki Extraction Conditions Affect the Immunoreactivity of Peanut Allergens The role of incurred materials in method development and validation Arrest made in illegal sheep butchery investigation All you need to know about CBD Confusion as FSA ‘pauses’ work on business inspections model “Catcher of the Rye” Detects Rye Gluten in Foods What impact does diet have on biodiversity loss? UN climate change report presents opportunities for sustainable meat Meat producer has fine increased by £25,000 after court rejects appeal Takeaway food up a quarter in a decade (UK) Vegan food becomes UK’s fastest growing takeaway Trust is key to expanding plant-based options Follow us on Twitter to receive timely information about
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