MOH Lab Continuity: MOSH and MOAH Analysis

Establish and Optimize Your In-House MOH Lab – Ensuring Highly Reliable MOH Analysis

Managing the contamination risk of Mineral Oil Hydrocarbons (MOSH/MOAH) is one of the most critical and complex challenges in the food industry. Achieving full product safety, regulatory compliance, and a strong brand reputation requires more than just testing; it demands Lab Continuity – the assurance of highly reliable, uninterrupted analytical performance.

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The In-House Laboratory Challenge

Internal laboratories face growing challenges in MOSH/MOAH analysis, such as:

Pressure to deliver fast, high-quality results.
Constant updates to stringent regulatory and normative requirements.
The need for continuous expertise to interpret complex chromatograms and prevent non-conformities.

When your team is focused on daily operations, finding time for method validation, process optimization, and complex expert evaluations is nearly impossible. That’s why specialized external support is no longer an option but a necessity for achieving true analytical excellence.

Our Expertise in MOSH and MOAH Analysis

Since 2010, Mérieux NutriSciences | Institut Kirchhoff Berlin has been a pioneer in MOSH/MOAH analysis, establishing itself as a leading laboratory in Germany for the development and execution of MOSH/MOAH analysis. We successfully co-developed and standardized the first method for MOSH and MOAH analysis, with partners and pioneers from other recognized labs. Our expertise continues to grow through active participation in inter-laboratory comparisons and international projects, ensuring we remain aligned with the latest scientific and regulatory developments. We are also a leading international reference laboratory for mineral oil analysis within the Mérieux NutriSciences Group. Mérieux NutriSciences operates world-leading laboratories dedicated to the development and execution of MOSH/MOAH analysis.Thanks to our strong international network of scientists and regulatory bodies, we are always at the forefront of both research and legislation.

Our team possesses extensive technical knowledge, continuously updated through advanced training programs, collaborations with other laboratories, and ongoing communication with authorities.

With this combination of years of experience and a strong scientific network, we provide clients with reliable, high-precision results, actionable insights, and guidance to minimize contamination risks across their processes.

Our Strength

This approach ensures that not only precise results are obtained, but also practical guidance on how to optimize your own processes.

Expert Support to Establish and Optimize Your In-House MOH Lab

Setting up and maintaining a reliable in-house laboratory for MOSH/MOAH analysis requires more than equipment – it requires a tailored approach, expert guidance, and ongoing support. At Mérieux NutriSciences | Institut Kirchhoff Berlin, we offer a full project management approach to ensure your lab operates efficiently and delivers reliable results.

MOH Lab Continuity: Our support covers every stage

Assessment: Develop a customized concept aligned with your goals, level of expertise, and challenges. Identify performance gaps and priorities and provide a project plan with transparent costs and timelines.
Process Analysis: Evaluate your current lab layout, environmental conditions, and workflows to define a successful lab setup and analytical approach.
Optimization: Design and implement optimized workflows to improve efficiency, throughput, and operational continuity.
Validation: Confirm analytical methods meet regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.
Training: equip your team with the skills to perform analyses confidently and accurately.
Documentation: Ensure all procedures, workflows, and processes are properly documented according to your standards.
(Pre-)Audit support: Prepare your lab for internal or external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

By combining technical expertise, practical guidance, and structured project management, we help your in-house laboratory achieve efficient operations, reliable results, and long-term sustainability.

The Added Advantage of Our Lab Continuity Service

1. Competencies and Regulatory Knowledge

Deep understanding of relevant regulations and standards (EFSA, German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR), SCoPAFF, National Working Group for Consumer Protection (LAV), Food Federation Germany).
Expertise in mineral oil analysis and establishing reliable testing procedures.
Guidance to ensure your lab meets regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

2. Operational Performance

Selection of appropriate analytical methods and workflows for your samples.
Support in sampling and sample preparation to maintain accuracy and traceability.
Identification of critical control points to minimize contamination risks.
Guidance on separating analytical steps and optimizing laboratory layout.
Expertise in operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment.

3. Quality and Reliability of Results

Knowledge in advanced instrumentation: HPLC-GC-FID, GC×GC-FID, GC×GC-TOF/MS.
Expert in interpretation and verification of results, ensuring reliable data.
Implementation of quality measures and process monitoring to maintain consistent performance.

Learn more about our MOH Lab Continuity Services

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With our Lab Continuity Service, you not only secure reliable MOSH/MOAH results but also gain practical support for the entire lab operation, from workflow design to regulatory compliance and quality assurance.

Reach out to us today to inquire how we can support you to establish or optimize your high-performing in-house MOH lab and ensure reliable MOSH/MOAH analysis.

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