RL Food Testing Laboratory

11/06/2025

Precise nutrition analysis is essential for compliant labeling and consumer trust. RL Labs provides FDA-compliant nutrition analysis for all food categories—delivering accurate data you can rely on for labeling and product claims.

Discover how expert nutrition analysis can support your product development and compliance goals: https://www.rlfoodtestinglaboratory.com/services-and-pricing/testing

11/04/2025

Did you know liquid supplements face stricter testing and labeling challenges than capsules or powders?

From microbial testing to accurate serving-size labeling, small mistakes can lead to big regulatory issues.

Learn about what’s required for stability studies, preservative validation, heavy metals testing, and Supplement Facts formatting for liquid supplements: https://www.rlfoodtestinglaboratory.com/testing-labeling-requirements-for-liquid-dietary-supplements

Learn FDA testing and labeling requirements for liquid dietary supplements. Ensure compliance with stability, potency, microbial, and labeling standards.

10/30/2025

Ensure your food products stay safe, fresh, and compliant throughout their shelf life.
RL Labs’ expert testing identifies product stability, spoilage risks, and expiration dates.

Learn more about our services: https://ow.ly/mOKL50Xflce

10/28/2025

🎃🍬 Trick-or-treating is getting a makeover! More families are looking for better-for-you Halloween candy—think reduced sugar, dye-free, vegan, and allergen-safe options.

See how the candy industry is evolving this spooky season: https://www.rlfoodtestinglaboratory.com/candy-trends

BetterForYou

Discover how candy manufacturers can capitalize on the better-for-you Halloween trend with reduced sugar, plant-based, and allergen-friendly treats.

10/23/2025

Functional cat treats are in demand, but health claims require more than marketing. Testing, AAFCO/FDA compliance, and accurate data are key to protecting product quality and brand trust.

Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/qCXv50XfkZA

Functional cat treats are trending. Learn how testing, AAFCO/FDA compliance, and data-backed claims protect product quality and brand integrity

10/21/2025

New findings show high lead levels in some popular protein powders.

A recent Consumer Reports investigation highlights ongoing gaps in FDA oversight and underscores why heavy metal testing remains crucial for supplement manufacturers.

Learn how heavy metals end up in protein products, what the FDA does (and doesn’t) regulate, and how manufacturers can protect consumers through proper testing and transparency.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/MoC750XfkUn

Recent tests found high lead levels in some protein powders. Learn FDA rules, testing methods, and how to choose safe supplement products.

10/17/2025

Allergen and gluten testing play a critical role in ensuring pasta products meet safety and labeling standards. From verifying “gluten-free” claims to identifying cross-contact risks, accurate testing helps maintain product integrity and consumer confidence.

Our latest article explores:
✅ FDA’s Gluten-Free Labeling Rule and FALCPA requirements
✅ The role of ELISA and PCR testing in gluten detection
✅ Best practices for preventing cross-contact in pasta facilities

Read the full article to learn how testing supports compliance:
https://ow.ly/Wfzr50XahKi

Learn how U.S. pasta manufacturers can meet FDA requirements for gluten testing, wheat allergen labeling, and cross-contamination prevention under FSMA and HACCP.

10/15/2025

⚠️ Industry Alert: Georgia Nut Company (GNC), a third-party manufacturer for Tru Fru, LLC, has announced a voluntary recall of select Tru Fru Freeze-Dried products due to the potential presence of metal in the product.

Consumers and distributors should check affected lot codes and product details provided by the FDA.

🔗 Read the full FDA announcement here:
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/georgia-nut-company-gnc-third-party-manufacturer-tru-fru-llc-issues-voluntary-recall-specific

At RL Labs, we support manufacturers in maintaining product quality and consumer safety through advanced testing and contamination prevention.

Today, Tru Fru, LLC announced that its third-party manufacturer, Georgia Nut Company (GNC) issued a voluntary recall of specific varieties of Tru Fru Freeze Dried products due to the potential presence of metal in the product. Hard or sharp foreign objects in food may cause traumatic injury includi

10/14/2025

⚠️ FDA Alert: Elevated Heavy Metals in Cinnamon

As cinnamon season kicks into full swing, the FDA has expanded its public health alert about elevated levels of lead and other heavy metals in certain ground cinnamon products. Consumers should review the updated list of affected brands and take precautions.

FDA Public Health Alert: https://ow.ly/tQXG50XajtZ

Find out more about heavy metal testing in spices: https://ow.ly/HJUf50XajtY

10/09/2025

FDA Update for Food Manufacturers: Coconut is no longer classified as a tree nut under U.S. allergen labeling laws.

What does that mean for your labels, ingredient lists, and export compliance? Here's what you need to know about this change—and why coconut allergy still matters.

Read the full breakdown: https://www.rlfoodtestinglaboratory.com/fda-removes-coconut-from-tree-nut-list

Learn how the FDA's 2025 update impacts coconut allergen labeling. Find out what food manufacturers need to change and what risks still remain.

10/07/2025

Retailers are quietly raising the bar on food safety testing.

Big-box and grocery chains like Target, Kroger, and Whole Foods now expect suppliers to meet tighter standards in:
✅ Heavy metal testing (lead, arsenic, cadmium)
✅ Allergen verification (sesame, gluten, tree nuts)
✅ Microbial screening (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli)

Even though FDA regulations don’t require this yet, your retail partners might. Staying shelf-ready means going beyond compliance.

Learn more: https://www.rlfoodtestinglaboratory.com/new-testing-requirements-from-u-s-retailers

U.S. retailers like Target and Kroger now demand stricter food safety testing from suppliers—covering heavy metals, allergens, and microbial risks.

10/02/2025

Calories, caffeine, and sugar content vary widely between coffee products, whether they’re bottled cold brews or café creations. Find out more about how nutrition labeling and calorie disclosure apply to both packaged products and fresh-brewed beverages.

📖 The Science Behind Your Morning Cup: Calorie and Nutrition Labeling for Coffee: https://www.rlfoodtestinglaboratory.com/nutritional-labeling-for-coffee-products

Accurate nutritional labeling and caffeine testing are essential in coffee manufacturing. Learn how to meet FDA requirements and consumer demand for transparency.