Pet Food Testing | Yog Maya

Pet Food Safety & Quality Assurance

Pet food plays a vital role in supporting the health, energy, and longevity of companion animals. As the global pet food market continues to expand, ensuring the safety, nutritional value, and regulatory compliance of pet food products becomes increasingly important. Contaminants such as pathogens, toxins, heavy metals, and mislabelled ingredients can compromise animal health and result in regulatory setbacks.

YMC offers comprehensive testing solutions tailored for pet food manufacturers, helping ensure that products are not only safe and nutritious but also compliant with domestic and international regulations. With state-of-the-art laboratories and cutting-edge technology, YMC delivers reliable and precise analysis across a wide range of pet food parameters.

Testing Services by YMC

Quality & Safety Testing

YMC performs extensive evaluations of pet food products, covering both nutritional adequacy and safety compliance.

Key Testing Parameters

Nutritional Composition:

Protein Content: Essential for muscle development and overall health.
Fat Content: Supports energy metabolism, skin, and coat health.
Fiber Content: Promotes digestive wellness.
Vitamins & Minerals: Vital for immunity and proper physiological function.
Amino Acid Profile: Ensures complete and balanced nutrition.

Microbiological Safety:

Pathogen Detection: Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, E. coli
Total Plate Count: General microbial load.
Enterobacteriaceae: Indicator for hygiene and spoilage risks.

Contaminants & Adulterants:

Heavy Metals: Lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic testing to ensure toxic thresholds are not exceeded.
Mycotoxins: Detection of harmful fungal metabolites such as aflatoxins and ochratoxins.
Pesticide & Veterinary Drug Residues: Monitors residual chemicals from raw materials.
Melamine & Other Adulterants: Screening for illegal additives used to falsify nutritional content.

Regulatory Compliance & Standards

YMC supports manufacturers in meeting key national and international regulations governing pet food safety and quality.

Indian Regulations (FSSAI/BIS)

While FSSAI mandates BIS compliance for livestock feed, BIS Standard IS 11968:2019 provides voluntary guidance for pet food, covering quality and nutritional safety.

European Union Regulations

Regulation (EC) No 178/2002: General food safety principles.
Regulation (EC) No 183/2005: Feed hygiene.
Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009: Use of animal by-products.
Regulation (EC) No 767/2009: Pet food labelling and claims.
Regulation (EU) 2023/2419: Organic pet food (≥95% organic content, mandatory from May 1, 2024).
Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003: Additives safety and efficacy.
Directive 2002/32/EC: Limits for undesirable substances in feed.

Advanced Analytical Techniques

YMC leverages world-class instruments and validated methods to deliver accurate and reproducible results.

Chromatography & Mass Spectrometry (HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS/MS): Detects trace-level contaminants, pesticides, toxins, and residues.
Spectroscopy & Elemental Analysis (ICP-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis): Measures nutritional composition and heavy metals.
DNA Testing (PCR, NGS): Confirms ingredient authenticity and species identification.
Microbiological Methods (Culture, ELISA, PCR): Ensures microbiological safety and pathogen control.

Specialized Services for Pet Food Manufacturers

YMC offers customized testing and consulting services, ensuring tailored solutions for diverse pet food formulations and target markets.

Ingredient & Authenticity Testing

Verifies source materials (e.g., meat content, grain-free claims).
Detects potential mislabelling and fraud.

Shelf-Life & Stability Studies

Simulates storage conditions to monitor product aging and nutrient degradation.
Assesses microbial stability and packaging interaction.

Formulation Validation

Nutritional evaluation of new formulations.
Ensures products meet AAFCO/FEDIAF nutritional standards or brand-specific claims.

Custom Testing Packages

Designed to fit specific regulatory, export, or customer audit requirements.

Consultation & Regulatory Support

Beyond testing, YMC provides expert guidance on:

Navigating Compliance: Indian (FSSAI/BIS), European (EFSA), and international pet food laws.
Product Quality Improvement: Identifying risks, optimizing formulations, and enhancing safety.
Label Review & Claims: Ensuring that all marketing and nutritional claims are supported by scientific data.

Global Testing Network

With a pan-India and international presence, YMC supports domestic and export-oriented pet food companies through:

Regional testing hubs for faster turnaround.
Cross-border expertise in export regulations and documentation.
Online access to test reports, sample status, and historical data via the YMC Digital Portal.

Why Choose YMC for Pet Food Testing?

✔ Global Competence, Local Service
✔ Accredited Laboratories (ISO 17025)
✔ Customizable Testing Solutions
✔ Expert Support & Guidance
✔ Regulatory-Ready Documentation
✔ Rapid Turnaround & Transparent Reporting