Nutritional Analysis
and Food Labeling

Accredited mineral profile analysis to support FDA Nutrition Facts label declarations for Sodium, Calcium, Iron, and Potassium under our PJLA ISO/IEC 17025 scope.

Accreditation
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 · Cert L24-482-R2
Method
AOAC 985.01 / 993.14 · ICP-MS · SOP 047
Mineral Panel
Na, K, Ca, Mg, Fe + 9 trace elements
Turnaround
5–7 Business Days

Accredited Nutritional Analysis and Food Labeling — Mineral Profile

Accurate nutritional analysis and food labeling is essential for regulatory compliance under the US FDA's Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA, 21 CFR 101.9). Of the 14 mandatory nutrients on the Nutrition Facts panel, four are minerals — Sodium, Calcium, Iron, and Potassium — and all four are within our PJLA-accredited 14-element ICP-MS panel.

AGT Food Labs delivers nutritional analysis and food labeling support through ICP-MS mineral quantification under AOAC 985.01 / 993.14 (SOP 047), the recognized industry standard for nutrient mineral measurement in food. The same panel verifies fortification claims, supports "Low Sodium" or "Excellent Source of Iron" marketing statements, and gives formulators reliable data when reformulating recipes. Round out your label compliance with food allergen testing and verify food additives for clean-label declarations.

Why Nutritional Labeling Matters

Building consumer trust through transparent nutrient reporting.

Regulatory Compliance

Adhere to FDA 21 CFR 101.9 standards for nutritional analysis and food labeling using accredited mineral testing.

Health Claims

Scientifically validate marketing claims such as "Low Sodium," "Iron Fortified," or "Excellent Source of Calcium" with defensible label data.

Reformulation

Track the impact of recipe changes on mineral content — sodium reduction, iron fortification, or potassium enrichment — during product development.

Accredited Service for Nutritional Analysis and Food Labeling

Mineral panel by ICP-MS — the cornerstone of label-grade nutrient data.

14-Element Mineral Panel for Nutrition Facts Labels

ICP-MS instrument running accredited mineral panel for nutritional analysis and food labeling per AOAC 985.01 / 993.14

Our flagship service for nutritional analysis and food labeling is the 14-element ICP-MS mineral panel under AOAC 985.01 / 993.14 (SOP 047). It quantifies the four mandatory minerals on the Nutrition Facts panel — Sodium, Calcium, Iron, and Potassium — plus nine additional elements widely used for fortification verification and quality control. Validate nutrient stability over time with shelf life label claims.

Elements Reported

Sodium (Na), Potassium (K), Calcium (Ca), Iron (Fe), Magnesium (Mg), Zinc (Zn), Copper (Cu), Manganese (Mn), Selenium (Se), Chromium (Cr), Aluminium (Al), Tin (Sn), Nickel (Ni).

Method

AOAC 985.01 / 993.14 by ICP-MS (SOP 047), under PJLA ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation, Cert L24-482-R2.

Technical Specs

Sample Size: 50–100 g | LOQ: < 1 ppm (varies by element) | Shipping: Ambient

Turnaround Time

5–7 Business Days · Rush available on request

Typical Use Cases

FDA Nutrition Facts label generation, "Low Sodium" / "High Iron" / "Excellent Source of Calcium" claim substantiation, fortified product verification, sports nutrition and dietary supplement potency confirmation, and reformulation studies.

Industries We Serve

Nutritional analysis and food labeling solutions across every food sector.

Packaged food samples for mineral profile testing

Packaged Foods

Mineral profile reporting for snacks, frozen meals, and ready-to-eat products requiring an FDA Nutrition Facts label.

Beverage samples

Beverages

Sodium and potassium quantification for juices, sports drinks, and electrolyte beverages — supporting "Low Sodium" or electrolyte-claim labels.

Dietary supplements

Dietary Supplements

Verifying mineral potency in capsules, powders, and gummies — Calcium, Iron, Zinc, Magnesium, Selenium, and more.

Bakery products

Bakery & Cereals

Iron and calcium fortification verification in breads, fortified cereals, and bakery mixes — defensible data for nutrition panels.

Technical Capability

A single accredited platform purpose-built for label-grade mineral data.

ICP-MS laboratory equipment used for mineral analysis
  • ICP-MS — AOAC 985.01 / 993.14 (SOP 047)

    Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry simultaneously detects 14 elements in a single run with parts-per-billion sensitivity, well below the levels required for FDA Nutrition Facts label declarations.

  • Microwave Acid Digestion

    Closed-vessel acid digestion ensures complete sample dissolution before analysis, minimizing matrix interferences and producing repeatable mineral results across complex food matrices.

  • Quality Control by Method Standards

    Every batch is run with method-blank, fortified spike recovery, and certified reference material (NIST or equivalent) to confirm accuracy under PJLA ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation.

Partner with AGT Labs

From formulation to shelf, we deliver the accredited mineral data your nutritional analysis and food labeling program needs.

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ISO 17025 Accredited

Mineral analysis runs under PJLA ISO/IEC 17025:2017 (Cert L24-482-R2) using AOAC 985.01 / 993.14, SOP 047.

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Regulatory Expertise

We help interpret mineral results in the context of FDA NLEA labeling rules and 21 CFR 101.9 nutrient declaration tolerances.

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Formulation Support

Identify mineral gaps or excesses to refine your recipe — useful for sodium reduction, iron fortification, or electrolyte balancing.

Common Questions About Nutritional Analysis and Food Labeling

What does AGT cover under accredited nutritional analysis and food labeling?
Our PJLA ISO/IEC 17025:2017 scope (Cert L24-482-R2) covers the 14-element mineral panel by ICP-MS under AOAC 985.01 / 993.14 (SOP 047). This includes the four mandatory minerals on the FDA Nutrition Facts panel — Sodium, Calcium, Iron, and Potassium — plus nine additional elements used for fortification verification and quality control.
Which of the 14 mandatory FDA nutrients can AGT report under accreditation?
Four of the 14 mandatory Nutrition Facts nutrients are minerals — Sodium, Calcium, Iron, and Potassium — and all four are within our accredited mineral panel. The remaining ten (Calories, Total Fat, Saturated Fat, Trans Fat, Cholesterol, Total Carbohydrates, Dietary Fiber, Total Sugars, Added Sugars, Protein, and Vitamin D) are not part of our PJLA accreditation scope and are referred to partner labs when needed.
What elements are included in the 14-element ICP-MS panel?
The panel reports Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium, Chromium, Aluminium, Tin, and Nickel under AOAC 985.01 / 993.14 (SOP 047). Detection is at parts-per-billion sensitivity by ICP-MS, well below the levels required for label declarations.
Will my FDA Nutrition Facts label be defensible if challenged?
For the four mandatory minerals — Sodium, Calcium, Iron, and Potassium — yes. Reports issued under our PJLA ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation are recognized through the ILAC mutual recognition arrangement and are accepted by FDA inspectors and most retailer compliance teams as evidence of "Reasonable Care" in label generation.
What sample size do I need to send for mineral testing?
We typically need 50–100 g of finished product for the 14-element ICP-MS mineral panel. For high-value items or small-package products, smaller quantities can be accepted on consultation.
How long does the analysis take?
Standard turnaround for the accredited mineral panel is 5–7 business days. Rush options are available on request for time-sensitive label-generation projects.

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