As a result of food adulteration by Melamine in 2007 and again in 2008, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) developed guidelines for screening of dry protein materials in foodstuffs.  Melamine is a non-protein rich and inexpensive nitrogen source that can falsely elevate protein-content measurements.  Melamine analysis is becoming a necessity in the food industry in order to verify the quantity and authenticity of protein.

In collaboration with a U.S. FDA-certified independent testing laboratory, Flora Research Laboratories, PerkinElmer developed a new analyzer for the determination of melamine and related compounds – the EcoAnalytix™ Melamine Analyzer.  This is the first complete solution on the market for this application using the recommended GC/MS technology and includes everything the laboratory needs for rapid ramp-up and easy analysis.

Ensure a that the foods you select for your family and pets are of the best quality - ask your food manufacturers if they use PerkinElmer’s EcoAnalytix Melamine Analyzer to check their ingredients for contaminants. Contact us to learn more about PerkinElmer's capabilities.