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Page 1: List of Accredited (Private -Govt)Laboratory as of July 2015

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FDA List of Accredited Laboratories

Republic of the Philippines

Department of Health

Food and Drug Administration

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FDA List of Accredited Laboratories

(as of July 2015)

I. PRIVATE LABORATORIES

1. Chempro Analytical Services Laboratories, Inc.

Address : 2nd Floor MS Building 146 Shaw

Boulevard

Extension Corner San Roque St.

Barangay Kapitolyo, Pasig City 1602

Telephone No. : 634-8600 or 635-6773

Fax No. : 635-6773

E-mail : chempro [email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

Contact Person : Crizelle B. Martinez

Quality Assurance Officer

Ivorie Gayle I. Sta Ana

Marketing Head Field of Testing : Microbiological Testing

Validity: 14 December 2014

Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and cream

powder

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

01.2 Sweetened Condensed

Milk

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Molds and Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

01.5 Pasteurized milk Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

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Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

01.5 Pasteurized cream Coliform Count

3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented milk Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

01.8 Processed Cheese Spread Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

02.0 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Molds and Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or milk

products

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

02.3 Margarine Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

03.0 Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream & Sherbet

(plain and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

03.2 Ice Cream with added

ingredients (nuts, fruits,

cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

03.3 Flavored Ice Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

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Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Molds and Yeast count

CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Mold count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

04.2 Chocolate Products

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Mold count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries

(chocolate bars, blocks,

bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Mold count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

04.4 Sugar Confectionaries

(Hard and soft candies,

toffees, caramel,

fondants, creams, nougats

and pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Mold count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

05.0 Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.2 Fermented Vegetables,

Ready to Eat (e.g. Kimchi) Mold count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

05.7 Sun Dried Fruits Mold count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

06.0 Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg

Products

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Molds and Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

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07.1 Breakfast cereals Coliform Count

3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

07.2 Cereals/Cereal

Grains

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

07.3 Cultured seeds

and grains (e,g,

bean sprouts,

alfalfa)

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

07.4 Soya Flours, Concentrates

and iso0lates Mold count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

07.5 Flour, Corn meal,

Corn grits, Semolina

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold count

Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

07.7 Soy Protein

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold and Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

07.9 Pasta Products and

Noodles Uncooked (wet

and dry

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold and Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

07.10 Starch Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold and Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

08.0 Bakery Products

08.3 Frozen and Refrigerated Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

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Doughs (Chemically

leavened) Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold count

Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

08.4 Frozen and Refrigerated

Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold count

Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold count

Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

09.0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold count

Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish and

Cold-Smoked Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

11.2 Pre-Cooked Breaded Fish Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

11.3 Frozen Raw Crustaceans Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

11.5 Cooked, Chilled and

Frozen Crabmeat Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

11.6 Fresh and Frozen Bivalve

Molluscs Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

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12.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup and

Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold and

Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

12.2 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Mold count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

12.3 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold count

CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

12.4 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise, Thousand

Island, Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Mold count

Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic beverages

(e.g. Ready to drink

softdrinks, iced tea,

energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

Mold and

Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

13.2 Frozen Juice Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Mold count

Yeast count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

13.3 Powdered Beverages

(e.g. Iced tea, powdered

juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

14.0 Food for Infants and Young Children

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14.1 Powdered Infant Formula

with or without added

Lactic acid producing

cultures (intended for 0 to

6 months)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

14.2 Follow-up Formula/ Milk

Supplement (Intended for

infants 6 months on and

for young children 12-36

months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

14.5 Dried and Instant products

requiring reconstitution Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

14.6 Dried products requiring

reconstitution and boiling

before consumption

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

Coliform Count 3M Petrifilm E. coli/

AOAC 998.08, 989.10, 991.14

14.7 Cereal based foods for

infants

Aerobic Plate Count CMMEF, 4th Edition, 2001

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2. F.A.S.T LABORATORIES The First Analytical

Services And Technical Cooperative

Address : 62 20th Avenue Cubao

Quezon City, 112

Telephone No. : (02)913-0241, (02)709-2644

Fax No. : (02)913-8848

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Patricia B. Parales

Laboratory Manager

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing and

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 6 December 2014

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid Milk (UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized milk

Moisture

Gravimetric/AOAC 927.05 (dried

milk)

Gravimetic/AOAC 990.20 (liquid

milk)

Ash

Ignition-Gravimetry/ AOAC

930.30 (dried milk)

Ignition-Gravimetry/ AOAC

945.46 (dried milk)

Protein

Kjeldahl/AOAC 930.29

(dried Milk)

Kjeldahl/ASN 3201

(liquid Milk)

02.0 Fats and oils, and fat emulsion

02.1 Fats and oils essentially free

from water (vegetable oils and

fats, lard, tallow, fish oil and

other animal fats)

Fatty Acid Profile

Gas Chromatography AOAC

969.33 or 963.22

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Moisture Gravimetric/AOAC 925.09

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07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn grits

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles

07.10 Starch

07.11 Cereal and starch based

dessert

Ash

Ignition-Gravimetry/

AOAC 923.03

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis Mojonnier

Extraction/ AOAC 922.06

Protein Kjeldahl/ASN 3100

08.0 Bakery products

08.1 Frozen bakery products

(ready to eat and to be

cooked)

08.3 Breads and rolls

08.4 Crackers, excluding sweet

crackers

08.5 Cakes, cookies and pies

08.6 Other ordinary bakery

products (e.g., bagels,

pita, English muffins)

Moisture

Gravimetric/AOAC 925.09

Ash

Ignition-Gravimetry/

AOAC 923.03

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis Mojonnier

Extraction/ AOAC 922.06

Protein Kjeldahl/ASN 3100

09.0 Ready-to-eat savouries

09.1 Snacks foods - potato,

cereal, flour or starch

based

Moisture

Gravimetric/AOAC 925.09

Ash

Ignition-Gravimetry/

AOAC 923.03

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis Mojonnier

Protein Extraction/ AOAC 922.06

Kjeldahl/ASN 3100

11.0 Fish and fish products, including molluscs, crustaceans, and echinoderms

11.1 Processed fish and

fish products,

including molluscs,

crustaceans, and

echinoderms

11.2 Semi-preserved fish

and fish products,

including molluscs,

crustaceans, and

echinoderms

11.3 Fully preserved, including

canned or fermented fish

and fish products;

Moisture

Gravimetric/AOAC 952.08

Ash

Ignition-Gravimetry/

AOAC 938.08

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis Mojonnier

Extraction/ AOAC 948.15

Protein

Kjeldahl/ASN 3406

Histamine

AOAC No. 977.13

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13.0 Beverages

13.2 Fruit juices, drinks and

concentrates

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry/ AOAC 942.15

Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.2 Milk powder and cream

powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

01.2 Sweetened Condensed

Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

01.5 Pasteurized milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

01.5 Pasteurized cream

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

BAM Online

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

Coliform Count

BAM Online

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

Products; e.g. Cottage

Cheese; Soft and semi-soft

cheese

Coliform Count

BAM Online

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01.8 Processed Cheese Spread Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

02.0 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or milk

products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

02.3 Margarine Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

03.0 Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream & Sherbet

(plain and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

03.2 Ice Cream with added

ingredients (nuts, fruits,

cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

03.3 Flavored Ice Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

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04.2 Chocolate Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries

(chocolate bars, blocks,

bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

04.4 Sugar Confectionaries

(Hard and soft candies,

toffees, caramel,

fondants, creams, nougats

and pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

05.0 Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.1 Fermented Vegetables,

Ready to Eat (e.g. Kimchi)

Coliform Count

BAM Online

06.0 Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg

Products

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

07.2 Cereals/Cereal

Grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

07.3 Cultured seeds

and grains (e,g,

bean sprouts,

alfalfa)

Coliform Count

BAM Online

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07.5 Flour, Corn meal,

Corn grits, Semolina

Coliform Count

BAM Online

07.7 Soy Protein

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

07.9 Pasta Products and

Noodles Uncooked (wet

and dry

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

07.10 Starch Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

08.0 Bakery Products

08.3 Frozen and Refrigerated

Doughs (Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

08.4 Frozen and Refrigerated

Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

08.6 Coated or Filled, Dried

Shelf-Stable Biscuits Coliform Count

BAM Online

09.0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish and

Cold-Smoked Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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11.2 Pre-Cooked Breaded Fish Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.3 Frozen Raw Crustaceans Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.5 Cooked, Chilled and

Frozen Crabmeat Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.6 Fresh and Frozen Bivalve

Molluscs Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

12.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup and

Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

12.2 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

12.3 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

12.4 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise, Thousand

Island, Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic beverages

(e.g. Ready to drink

softdrinks, iced tea,

energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

13.2 Frozen Juice Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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13.3 Powdered Beverages

(e.g. Iced tea, powdered

juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

14.0 Food for Infants and Young Children

14.1 Powdered Infant Formula

with or without added

Lactic acid producing

cultures (intended for 0 to

6 months)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

14.2 Follow-up Formula/ Milk

Supplement (Intended for

infants 6 months on and

for young children 12-36

months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

14.5 Dried and Instant products

requiring reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

14.6 Dried products requiring

reconstitution and boiling

before consumption Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

BAM Online

14.7 Cereal based foods for

infants

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count BAM Online

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3. Intertek Testing Services Philippines Inc.

Address

:

2307 Chino Roces Avenue Extension Makati

City

Telephone No. : 632 8195841 loc. 619

Fax No. : 632 819 5848/632 817 2994

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Chester Lou A. Allones

QMS/Compliance Officer

Field of Testing : Chemical and Microbiological Testing

Validity : 23 December 2018

Chemical Testing

Products

Specific Test

Method/Reference Standard

I. Foods 1.0 Milk and Dairy Products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

01.2 Whey and whey

products

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid Milk

(evaporated and

Cream(UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized milk

01.6 Pasteurized cream

01.7 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

01.8 Milk and

buttermilk

01.9 Cheese and

cheese products

(Cottage cheese, soft

and semi-soft cheese)

01.10 Processed

cheese spread

01.11 All raw milk

cheese

Moisture

Fat

Protein

Ash

Minerals ( Ca, Fe, Na)

Oven-drying/Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 927.05, 18th ed.

2005

Roese Gottlieb Method, AOAC

905.02, 18th ed. 2005

Kjeldahl Method, AOAC 991.22,

18th ed. 2005

Gravimetric Method, AOAC

930.30, 18th ed. 2005

Atomic Absorption

Spectroscopy, AOAC 991.25,

18th ed. 2005

02.0 Fats and oils, and fat emulsions

02.1 Fats and oils essentially

Free fatty acid

Titrimetric Method AOCS Ca 50-

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free from water(vegetable

oils and fats, lard, tallow,

fish oil and other animal

fats)

Peroxide Value

Moisture

Saponification Value

40, 5th ed. 2003

Titrimetric Method, AOCS Cd 8-

53, 5th ed. 2004

Vacuum Oven-Drying Method,

AOCS Ca 2d-25, 5th ed. 2003

Titrimetric Method, AOCS Cd 3-

25, 5th ed. 2003

02.2 Fat emulsions mainly of

type water-in-oil(butter,

margarine)

Moisture Oven-drying/Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 927.05, 18th ed.

2005

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa powder

04.2 Chocolate

products;chocolate

confectioneries

04.3 Sugar confectioneries

(hard and soft candy,

nougats, etc.)

04.4 Chewing gum

04.5 Decorations and

toppings (non-fruit), and

sweet sauces

Moisture

Sugar

Oven-drying/Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 952.45, 18th ed.

2005

Munson-Walker Method, AOAC

906.03, 18th ed. 2005

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, seaweeds, nuts and seeds

05.1 Frozen vegetables and

fruits

05.2 Fermented fruits and

vegetables

05.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in hermetically

sealed container

05.4 Dried fruits and

vegetables, seaweeds, nuts

and seeds

05.5 Coconut (desiccated)

05.6 Nut and seed puree and

spreads (e.g., peanut butter)

05.7 Sun dried fruit

05.8 Jams, jellies, marmalades

and fruit fillings for pastries

05.9 Fruit preparations (pulp,

puree, fruit toppings and

coconut milk)

Benzoate

Sorbic Acid/Sorbate

Moisture

Fat

Protein

Ash

Sugar

HPLC/in-house procedure

HPLC/in-house procedure

For Fruits-Oven-

drying/Gravimetric Method,

AOAC 950.151, 18th ed. 2005

For Vegetables-Oven

drying/Gravimetric Method,

AOAC 911.02, 18th ed. 2005

Acid Hydrolysis Method, AOAC

920.85, 18th ed. 2005

Kjeldahl Method, AOAC

920.152, 18th ed. 2005

For Fruits-Gravimetric Method,

AOAC 940.26, 18th ed. 2005

For Vegetables- Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 925.51, 18th ed.

2005

For Fruits-Munson Walker

Method, AOAC 906.03, 18th ed.

2005

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06.0 Egg and egg products

06.1 Egg products

06.1.1 Liquid egg

products

06.1.2 Frozen egg

products

06.1.3 Dried and/or

heat

coagulated

egg products

06.3 Egg-based desserts

(e.g. custard)

Moisture

Fat

Protein

Ash

Calories

Oven-drying/Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 925.30, 18th ed.

2005

Acid Hydrolysis Method, AOAC

925.32, 18th ed. 2005

Kjeldahl Method, AOAC 925.31,

18th ed. 2005

Gravimetric Method, AOAC

925.30, 18th ed. 2005

By Composition in the Philippine

Composition Tables (FNRI), 1997

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

07.3 Cultured seeds and

grains

07.4 Soya flours

concentrates and isolates

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

07.6 Frozen entrees

containing rice or corn

flour

07.7 Soy protein

07.8 Tofu

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles (e.g rice paper,

rice vermicelli, soybean

pastas and noodles)

07.10 Starch

07.11 Cereal and starch

based desserts (e.g., rice

pudding, tapioca

pudding)

07.12 Batters (e.g., for

breading or batters for fish

or poultry)

Moisture

Fat

Protein

Ash

Sugar

Starch

Oven-drying/Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 925.10, 18th ed.

2005

Acid Hydrolysis Method, AOAC

925.85, 18th ed. 2005

Kjeldahl Method, AOAC 925.87,

18th ed. 2005

Gravimetric Method, AOAC

923.03, 18th ed. 2005

Munson-Walker Method, AOAC

975.14, 18th ed. 2005

Lane-Eynon,AOAC 968.28, 18th

ed. 2005

11. 0 Fish and fish products, including mollusks, crustaceans, and echinoderms

11.1. Processed fish and fish

products, including mollusks,

crustaceans, and echinoderms

- Frozen fish and cooked,

fish fillets, and fish

products

- Cooked and/or fried

Moisture

Fat

Oven-drying/ Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 952.08, 18th ed.

2005

Soxhlet Method, AOAC 948.15,

18th ed. 2005

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- Smoked, dried,

fermented, and/or salted

- Pickled and/or in brine

- Semi-preserved fish and

fish products (e.g, fish

paste)

- Fully preserved, including

canned or fermented fish

and fish products

- Smoked, dried, canned or

fermented, and/or salted

Protein

Ash

Kjeldahl Method, AOAC 940.25,

18th ed. 2005

Gravimetric Method, AOAC

938.08, 18th ed. 2005

12. Spices, herbs, soups, sauces, salads, vinegars, seasonings and condiments

12.1. Dry mixes for soup and sauces 12.2. Yeast 12.3. Spices 12.4. Salad dressing (mayonnaise,

thousand island, sandwich

spread etc.) 12.5. Ketchup, cheese sauce,

cream sauce, brown gravy 12.6. Fish sauce 12.7. Soybean sauce 12.8. Salts

Moisture

Fat

Protein

Ash

Oven-drying/Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 950.151 18th ed.

2005

Gravimetric Method, AOAC

950.54, 18th ed. 2005

Kjeldahl Method, AOAC

920.165, 18th ed. 2005

Gravimetric Method, AOAC

941.12, 18th ed. 2005

13. Beverages, excluding dairy products

13.1. Non-alcoholic

(Canned/Bottled Fruit and

vegetable juices/nectars,

Energy drinks and particulated

drinks, Carbonated and Non-

carbonated water-based

flavored drinks and

concentrates(liquid or solid) for

water-based flavored drinks)

13.2. Frozen juice concentrate

13.3. Powdered beverages

Moisture

Fat

Protein

Ash

Oven-drying/ Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 935.29 18th ed.

2005

Acid Hydrolysis Method, AOAC

920.85, 18th ed. 2005

Kjeldahl Method, AOAC 950.09,

18th ed. 2005

Gravimetric Method,

AOAC 940.12, 18th ed. 2005

13.4. Coffee, coffee substitutes,

tea, herbal infusions, and other

hot cereal and grain

beverages

Moisture

Fat

Protein

Ash

Oven-drying/Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 950.151, 18th

ed. 2005

Acid Hydrolysis Method, AOAC

920.85, 18th ed. 2005

Kjeldahl Method, AOAC

920.152, 18th ed. 2005

Gravimetric Method,

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Benzoate

Sorbic Acid/Sorbate

Sugar

AOAC 940.26, 18th ed. 2005

HPLC/ In-house procedure

HPLC/ In-house procedure

Munson-Walker Method, AOAC

906.03, 18th ed. 2005

13.5. Alcoholic beverages(Beer

and malt beverages, cider

and perry, grape wines and

wines, mead, distilled spirits

containing more than 15%

alcohol and aromatized

alcoholic beverages)

Moisture

Fat

Protein

Ash

Oven-drying/Gravimetric

Method, AOAC 935.29 18th ed.

2005

Acid Hydrolysis Method, AOAC

920.85, 18th ed. 2005

Kjeldahl Method, AOAC 950.09,

18th ed. 2005

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 920.54, 18th ed. 2005

14. Foodstuffs intended for particular nutritional uses

14.1. Infant formulae, follow-on

formulae, and formulae for

special medical purposes for

infants

14.2. Complementary foods for

infants

and young children

14.3. Dietetic foods intended for

special medical purposes

(excluding products of food

category 14.1)

14.4. Dietetic formulae for slimming

purposes and weight reduction

14.5. Dietetic foods (e.g

supplementary foods for

dietary use) excluding

products of food categories

14.1-14.4 and 14.6

14.6. Food supplements

Moisture

Fat

Protein

Ash

B Vitamins

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

Oven-drying/ Gravimetric

method, AOAC 911.02, 18th ed.

2005

Gravimetric Method, AOAC

930.09, 18th ed. 2005

Kjeldahl Method, AOAC 978.04,

18th ed. 2005

Gravimetric Method, AOAC

925.51, 18th ed. 2005

HPLC SOP-CHRM-017/ In-house

procedure

HPLC SOP-CHRM-024/ In-house

procedure

HPLC SOP-CHRM-016/ In-house

procedure

HPLC SOP-CHRM-015/ In-house

procedure

Bottled Water

Minerals – CA, Mg, Fe,

AAS/ SMEWW 22nd Ed., 2012

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Mn, Na, K, Zn

Nitrite as Nitrogen

pH

Residual Chlorine

Sulfate Content

Total Dissolved Solids

Total Suspended

Solids

Total Hardness

Total Solids

Turbidity

Heavy Metals – Pb,

Cd, Cu, Sb, Al, Ba, Cr,

Ni, Ag, Sn

Heavy Metals – Se, As

Chromium Hexavalent

Odor

Taste

UV-Vis Spectrophotometry/

SMEWW 22nd Ed., 2012

Glass electrode method/

SMEWW 22nd Ed. 2012

Iodometric method/ SMEWW

22nd Ed., 2012

Precipitation/ Gravimetric/

SMEWW 22nd Ed., 2012

Gravimetric method/ SMEWW

22nd Ed., 2012

EDTA Titration/ SMEWW 22nd Ed.,

2012

Gravimetric/Drying/ SMEWW

22nd Ed., 2012

UV-Vis Spectrophotometry/

SMEWW 22nd ed., 2012

AAS-Flame

Spectrotophotometry/ SMEWW

22nd Ed., 2012

AAS-MHS/ SMEWW 22nd Ed.,

2012

DiphenylCarbazide/ SMEWW

22nd Ed., 2012

Sensory Evaluation/ SMEWW

22nd Ed., 2012

Sensory Evaluation/ SMEWW

22nd Ed., 2012

Toys

1.0 Toy materials of coatings of

paints, varnishes, lacquers,

printing inks, poltmers and similar

coatings

Metals and Alloys:

Toxicity test / Heavy

metals

CPSC-CH-E1001-08

USEPA 3540C, 3052, 3050

IEC 62321, ISO 3613

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2.0 Toy materials of polymeric and

similar materials including

laminates whether textile-

reinforced or not but excluding

textiles

3.0 Toy materials of paper and

paperboard

4.0 Toy materials of natural and

synthetic textiles

5.0 Toy materials of

glass/ceramic/metallic materials

6.0 Toy materials whether mass-

coloredor not

7.0 Toy materials of materials

intended to leave a trace

8.0 Toy materials of pliable materials

including modelling clay and gels

9.0 Toy materials of paints, including

finger paints, varnishes, lacquers,

glazing powders and similar

materials in solid ore liquid forms

Paint and related

surface coatings:

Heavy metals – PB,

Cd, Cr+6, Hg

Ink, dyes and

pigments:

Toxicity test / Heavy

metals

Plastics:

Heavy metals – Pb,

Cd, Cr+6 , Hg

Small Parts

Sharp Point/Edges

Requirement for

Children Toy

Safety

Flammability Test

General Requirements

Construction

requirements

Cleanliness for Stuffing

Materials

Physical and

Mechanical :

Toys Chests (except

labelling and/or

instructional literature

requirements)

Stuffing Materials

Sound Producing Toys

AAS/ASTM 4.3.5.1(2) F963-11, EN

71, CONEG, 16CFR Part 1303

(CPSC-CH-E1003-09.1), EN 1122

AAS/ASTM 4.3.5.1(2) F963-11, EN

71, CONEG, 16CFR Part 1303

(CPSC-CH-E1003-09.1), EN 1122

ASTM E 1645/E1613

AAS/USEPA 3052, 3050B,

IEC 62321, ISO 3613/

CPSC-CH-E1002-08

16 CFR 1500

16 CFR 1501

PNS 174; EN71 Part 1; Canadian

Hazardous Act; CRC c. 931;ISO

8124; 16 CFR 1501

Flaming by butane gas/PNS

1408-2; 16 CFR 1610; EN71 Part

2; 16 CFR 1500.44; BS 4569

AS 1647.1-1190;

AS 1647.2; NZS 5820

Pennsylvania Regulation

Chapter

44; AOAC

ASTM F963-11

ASTM F963-07e1 Section4.27

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.3.7

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.5

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.6

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Small Objects

(except labeling

and/or instructional

literature

requirements)

Accessible Edges

(except labeling

and/or instructional

literature

requirements)

Projections

Accessible Points

(except labeling

and/or instructional

literature

Wires or Rods

Nails and Fasteners

Packaging Film

Cords, Straps and

Elastics

Simulated Protective

Devices

(except labeling

and/or instructional

literature

requirements)

Toy Pacifiers

Projectile Toys

Teethers and Teething

Toys

Rattles with Nearly

Spherical,

Hemispherical or

Circular Flared Ends

Squeeze Toys

Battery-Operated

Toys (except labeling

and/or instructional

literature

requirements)

Toys intended to be

attached to a Crib or

Playpen (except

labeling and/or

instructional literature

requirements)

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.7

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.8

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.9

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.10

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.11

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.12

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.14

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.19

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.20.2

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.21

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.22

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.23.1

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.24

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.25

(Except Clause 4.25.10)

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.26

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.27

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.30

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Stuffed and Beanbag-

type Toys

Toy Gun Marking

Certain Toys with

Spherical Ends

Pompoms

Hemispherical-

Shaped Objects

Yo-yo Elastic Teether

Toys

Magnets (except

labeling and/or

instructional literature

requirements

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.32

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.35

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.36

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.37

ASTM F963-11 Section 4.38

Microbiological Testing

Products

Specific Tests

Method/ Reference

I. Foods

01. Milk and Dairy products

01.3 Milk powder and cream

powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

01.2 Sweetened Condensed

Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

01.3 Pasteurized Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

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Coliform Count

Listeria

monocytogenes

Salmonella

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

01.4 Pasteurized cream

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Listeria

monocytogenes

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

01.5 Yogurt and other fermented

milk

Coliform Count

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

01.6Cheese and Cheese

Products; e.g. Cottage

Cheese; Soft and semi-soft

cheese

Coliform Count

E.coli

Listeria

monocytogenes

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

01.7 Processed Cheese Spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Staphylococcus

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, BAM Online

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aurues 2001

01.8 All Raw Milk Cheese; Raw

Milk Un-ripened cheese with

moisture>50%, pH>5.0

Listeria

monocytogenes

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

02 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Coliform Count

Staphylococcus

aureus

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or milk

products

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

E.coli

Listeria

monocytogenes

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02; MPN Method, BAM

Online 2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

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02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count

Fecal Coliform

Yeast and Mold Count

Listeria

monocytogenes

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

03. Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream & Sherbet (plain

and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Listeria

monocytogenes

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

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03.2 Ice Cream with added

ingredients (nuts, fruits,

cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Listeria

monocytogenes

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

03.3 Flavored Ice

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

04. Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform Count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

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04.2 Chocolate Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform Count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

04.3 Chocolate Confectionaries

(chocolate bars, blocks,

bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform Count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

04.4 Sugar Confectionaries

(Hard and soft candies,

toffees, caramel, fondants,

creams, nougats and

pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform Count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

05. Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.1 Fermented Vegetables,

Ready to Eat (e.g. Kimchi)

Coliform Count

E.coli

Yeast and Mold Count

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

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aurues Conventional, BAM Online

2001

05.2 Dried Vegetables

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

05.2 Peanut Butter and other

Nut Butters

Salmonella

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

05.4 Sun Dried Fruits

Molds Count

E.coli

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

06. Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Yeast and Molds

Count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

07. Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Yeast Count Molds

Count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

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07.2 Cereals/Cereal Grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

E.coli

Yeast and Mold Count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02; MPN Method, BAM

Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

07.3 Soya Flours, Concentrates

and Isolates

Molds Count

Salmonella

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

07.4 Flour, Corn meal, Corn grits,

Semolina

Yeast Count Molds

Count

Coliform Count

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

07.5 Soy Protein

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

E.coli

Yeast and Molds

Count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online

2001; Petrifim, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

07.6 Tofu

E.coli

Staphylococcus

aureus

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional Method, BAM

Online 2001

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07.7 Pasta Products and

Noodles Uncooked (wet

and dry

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Yeast and Molds

Count

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aureus

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional Method, BAM

Online 2001

07.8 Starch

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Yeast and Molds

Count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

08. Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen Bakery products

(ready to eat) with low-

acid or high aw fillings or

toppings

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aureus

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional Method, BAM

Online 2001

08.2 Frozen Bakery products

(ready to eat) with low-

acid or high aw fillings or

toppings

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aureus

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional Method, BAM

Online 2001

08.3 Frozen and Refrigerated

Doughs (Chemically

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

E.coli

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online

2001; Petrifim, AOAC 990.12;

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leavened)

Yeast Count Mold

Count

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

08.4 Frozen and Refrigerated

Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Yeast Count Mold

Count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

08.4 Coated or Filled, Dried

Shelf-Stable Biscuits

Coliform Count

Salmonella

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

09. Ready to Eat Savouries

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09.1 Snack Foods

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast Count Mold

Count

Coliform Count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

10. Fish and Fish Products

10.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish and

Cold-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

10.2 Pre-Cooked Breaded Fish

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

10.3 Frozen Raw Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

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10.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

10.5 Cooked, Chilled and

Frozen Crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

10.6 Fresh and Frozen Bivalve

Molluscs

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

11. Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

11.1 Dry Mixes for Soup and

Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform count

Yeast and Mold Count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

11.2 Yeast

Salmonella

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

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11.3 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

11.4 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform count

Mold Count

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

Conventional, BAM Online

2001

11.5 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise, Thousand

Island, Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Listeria

monocytogenes

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

12. Beverages

12.1 Non-alcoholic beverages

(canned/bottled fruit and

vegetable juices, energy

drinks and particulated

drinks, carbonated and

non-carbonated water-

based flavoured drinks and

concentrates (liquid or

solid) for water-based

flavoured drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform count

Yeast and Mold Count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

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12.2 Frozen Juice Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

12.3 Powdered Beverages (e.g.

Iced tea, powdered

juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

13. Food for Infants and Young Children

13.1 Powdered Infant Formula

with or without added

Lactic acid producing

cultures (intended for 0 to 6

months)

Salmonella

Coliform count

E.coli

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

13.2 Follow-up Formula/ Milk

Supplement (Intended for

infants 6 months on and for

young children 12-36

months of age)

Salmonella

Coliform count

E.coli

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

13.3 Dried and Instant products

requiring reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform count

Listeria

monocytogenes

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

13.4 Dried products requiring

reconstitution and boiling

before consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform count

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

Petrifim, AOAC 990.12; 991.14;

997.02

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

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Salmonella

13.5 Cereal based foods for

infants

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform count

Salmonella

Conventional, BAM Online

2001; Petrifilm, AOAC 990.12;

991.14; 997.02

MPN Method, BAM Online 2001

Conventional, CMMEF 4th Ed.

2001

14. Test on Human Drugs, biological products and Medical Devices

14.1 Herbal and Pharmaceutical

Products

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli detection

Yeast and Mold Count

Pseudomonas

aeruginosa

Salmonella

Staphylococcus

aurues

Pour Plate Method, USP XXXV

2012

Conventional, USP XXXV 2012

Pour Plate, USP XXXV 2012

Conventional, USP XXXV 2012

Conventional, USP XXXV 2012

Conventional, USP XXXV 2012

15. Cosmetics, Perfumes and Essential Oils

15.1 Cosmetic products

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli detection

Yeast and Mold Count

Pseudomonas

aeruginosa

Staphylococcus

aurues

Spread Plate, BAM Online

2001/SASO

Conventional, ISO 21150

Spread Plate, BAM Online

2001/SASO

Conventional, ISO 22717

Conventional, ISO 22718

16. Water

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16.1 Bottled water

Heterotrophic Plate

Count

Coliform count

E.coli

Pseudomonas

aeruginosa

Fecal streptococci

Pour Plate, SMEWW 21st Ed.

2012

MPN Method, SMEWW 21st Ed.

2012

MPN Method, SMEWW 21st Ed.

2012

MPN Method, SMEWW 21st Ed.

2012

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4. Optimal Laboratories, Inc.

Address : Purok I, Balintawak, Lipa 4217

Batangas

Telephone No. : (043)756-1292, (043)702-4513,

(02)806-2863

Fax No. : (043)981-3992

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Ms. Jennifer R. Maralit

General Manager

Field of Testing : Microbiological Testing and

Chemical Testing

Validity: 29 May 2017

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. Foods

1.0 Milk and Dairy Products

01.1 Milk powder and cream

powder

01.2 Whey and whey products

01.3 Condensed Milk

01.4 Liquid Milk (Evaporated

and cream(UHT/sterilized)

01.8 Milk and buttermilk

01.9 Cheese and cheese

products (cottage

cheese, soft and semi-soft

cheese)

01.10 Processed cheese spread

Protein

Dumas’ Combustion Method

AOAC Method 968.06 and

990.03

Moisture

Air-Oven Method

AOAC Method 925.09

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis Method

AOAC Method 922.06

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC Method 942.05

Sodium (Na) Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry (AAS) AOAC

Method 985.35

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereal

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

Protein

Dumas’ Combustion Method

AOAC Method 968.06 and

990.03

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07.4 Soya flours

concentrate and isolates

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

07.7 Soy protein

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles (e.g. rice paper,

rice vermicelli, soybean

pastas and noodles)

07.10 Starch

07.11 Cereal and starch

based desserts (e.g. rice

pudding, tapioca

pudding)

07.12 Batters (e.g. for

breading or batters for

fish or poultry)

Moisture

Air-Oven Method

AOAC Method 925.09

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis Method

AOAC Method 922.06

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC Method 942.05

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen bakery products

(ready to eat and to be

cooked)

08.3 Breads and rolls

08.4 Crackers, excluding

sweet crackers

08.5 Cakes, cookies and pies,

doughnuts

Protein

Dumas’ Combustion Method

AOAC Method 968.06 and

990.03

Moisture

Air-Oven Method

AOAC Method 925.09

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis Method

AOAC Method 922.06

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC Method 942.05

12.0 Salts, spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

12.1 Salt and salt substitutes

12.2 Spices

12.6 Sauces and like products

12.6.3 Dry mixes for soup

and gravies

12.6.2 Non-emulsified

sauces (Ketchup,

cheese sauce,

cream sauce)

12.6.4 Clear sauces ( e.g.

Fish sauce)

12.8 Yeast and like products

brown gravy

Moisture Air-Oven Method

AOAC Method 925.09

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

II. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.4 Milk powder and cream

powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

01.2 Sweetened Condensed

Milk Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

01.4 Pasteurized milk Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate method

BAM Online

01.5 Pasteurized cream Aerobic Plate count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented milk S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM. Online

01.7Cheese and Cheese

Products; eg. Cottage

Cheese; soft and semi-soft

cheese (moisture≥39%.

pH>5)

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM. Online

Coliform Count MPN Technique,

CMMEF, 4th edition

01.8 Processed Cheese

Spread Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

01.9 All raw Milk Cheese; Raw

Milk Un-ripened cheese

with moisture >50%, pH 5.0 S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM. Online

02.0 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

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S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM. Online

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or milk

products

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

02.3 Margarine Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BA M Online

03.0 Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream & Sherbet

(plain and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

03.2 Ice Cream with added

ingredients (nuts, fruits,

cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

03.3 Flavored Ice Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

04.2 Chocolate Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th Edition

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Coliform Count MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries

(chocolate bars, blocks,

bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition, 2001

04.4 Sugar Confectionaries

(Hard and soft candies,

toffees, caramel,

fondants, creams,

nougats and pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count

MPN Method,

CMMEF, 4th edition

05.0 Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.2 Fermented Vegetables,

Ready to Eat (e.g.

Kimchi)

Coliform Count MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

06.0 Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg

Products

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

07.2 Cereals/Cereal

Grains

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

07.7 Soy Protein Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

07.8 Tofu S. aureus (coagulase +)

Spread Plate Method

BA M. Online

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07.9 Pasta Products and

Noodles Uncooked (wet

and dry

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

S. aureus (coagulase +)

Spread Plate Method

BAM. Online

07.10 Starch Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen Bakery products

(ready to eat) with low-

acid or high aw fillings or

toppings

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM. Online

08.2 Frozen Bakery products

(to be cooked) with low-

acid or high aw fillings or

toppings

(e.g. meat pies, pizzas)

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM. Online

08.3 Frozen and Refrigerated

Doughs (Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM. Online

08.4 Frozen and Refrigerated

Doughs Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM. Online

09.0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish

and Cold-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BA M. Online

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11.2 Pre-Cooked Breaded

Fish

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM. Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM. Online

11.3 Frozen Raw Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

11.5 Cooked, Chilled and

Frozen Crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

11.6 Fresh and Frozen Bivalve

Molluscs Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

12.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup and

Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

12.2 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

12.3 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

S. aureus (coagulase +) Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

12.4 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise, Thousand

Island, Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic

beverages (e.g. Ready

to drink softdrinks, iced

tea, energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

13.2 Frozen Juice

Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

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13.3 Powdered Beverages

(e.g. Iced tea,

powdered juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

14.0 Food for Infants and Young Children

14.1 Powdered Infant

Formula with or without

added Lactic acid

producing cultures

(intended for 0 to 6

months)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition, 2001

14.2 Follow-up Formula/ Milk

Supplement (Intended

for infants 6 months on

and for young children

12-36 months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition, 2001

14.5 Dried and Instant

products requiring

reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Technique,

CMMEF, 4th edition, 2001

14.6 Dried products requiring

reconstitution and

boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

14.7 Cereal based foods for

infants

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition, 2001

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5. Philippine institute of Pure and Applied Chemistry (PIPAC)

Address : Ateneo de Manila University

Loyola Heights, Quezon City

Telephone No. : (632) 426 6072

Fax No. : (632) 426 6073

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : ARKAYE V. KIERULF

Quality Manager

MARIETTA N. BERNARDINO

Office Manager

Field of Testing :

: Chemical Testing

Validity: 22 July 2019

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy Products

01.1 Milk powder and cream

powder

01.2 Whey and whey products

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid Milk (evaporated

and Cream (UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized milk

01.6 Pasteurized cream

01.7 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

01.8 Milk and buttermilk

01.9 Cheese and cheese

products (Cottage cheese,

soft and semi-soft cheese

01.10 Processed cheese

spread

01.11 All raw milk cheese

Moisture

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 927.05/ 934.01/ 920.155, 18th

Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 945.46/ 920.153/ 923.03, 18th

Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 981.10/928.08, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/ Ether Extraction/

Gravimetry

AOAC 932.06/ 922.06, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 016)

Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)

Gas Chromatography

AOAC 991.39/922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

029)

02.0 Fats and oils, and fat emulsions

02.1 Fats and oils essentially

free from water (vegetable Moisture

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 934.01/ 920.155, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

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oils and fats, lard, tallow,

fish oil and other animal

fats)

02.2 Fat emulsions mainly of

type water-in-oil (butter,

margarine)

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 920.153/ 923.03, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 935.58/ 981.10/ 928.08, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/ Ether Extraction/

Gravimetry

AOAC 950.54/ 922.06, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 016)

Moisture Content by Karl

Fischer

Karl Fischer

“Water Determination” <921>. USP

37-NF 32 (2014) (PIPAC AP 022)

03.0 Edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet

03.1 Ice cream and sherbet

03.2 Ice cream with added

ingredients

03.3 Flavored Ice

Moisture

Gravimetric Method

High-sugar samples: AOAC 925.45/

934.06. Other samples: AOAC

934.01/920.155,18th Ed.

Ash

Gravimetric Method

High-sugar samples:

AOAC 900.02/940.26. Other

samples: AOAC920.153/923.03, 18th

Ed.

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 981.10/928.08, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/ Ether Extraction/

Gravimetry

AOAC 932.06/ 922.06, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 016)

.

4.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa powder

04.2 Chocolate products;

chocolate

confectioneries

04.3 Sugar confectioneries (

hard and soft candy,

nougats, etc.)

04.5 Decorations a, toppings

(non-fruit), and sweet

sauces

Moisture

Vacuum Drying Gravimetric Method

AOAC 925.49/ 925.45/ 934.06, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 925.49/ 900.02/ 940.26, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 920.176/ 981.10/ 928.08, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/ Ether Extraction/

Gravimetry

AOAC 922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

016)

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05.0 Fruits and vegetables, seaweeds, nuts and seeds

05.1 Frozen vegetables and

fruits

05.2 Fermented fruits and

vegetables

05.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in hermetically

sealed container

05.4 Dried fruits and

vegetables, seaweeds ,

nuts and seeds

05.5 Coconut (desiccated)

05.6 Nut and seed purees

and spreads (e.g.,

peanut butter)

05.7 Jams, jellies, marmalades

and fruit fillings for

pastries

05.8 Fruit preparations ( pulp,

purees, fruit toppings and

coconut milk)

Moisture

Gravimetry

High-sugar samples: AOAC

934.06/925.45. Other samples:

AOAC 934.01/ 920.155,18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetry

High-sugar samples:

AOAC 940.26/900.02. Other

samples: AOAC920.153/ 923.03, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 920.152/ 981.10/928.08, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis (if needed) / Ether

Extraction/ Gravimetry

AOAC 922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

016)

Betacarotene

High-Performance Liquid

Chromatography

EN 12823-2 ICS 67.040 (2000) (PIPAC

AP 018)

06.0 Egg and egg products

06.1 Egg products

06.1.1 Liquid egg

products

06.1.2 Frozen egg

products

06.1.3 Dried and/or heat

coagulated egg

product

06.2 Preserved eggs,

including alkaline, salted,

and canned eggs

06.3 Egg-based desserts (e.g.

custard)

Moisture

Gravimetry

High-sugar samples: AOAC

934.06/925.45. Other samples:

AOAC 934.01/ 920.155,18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetry

High-sugar samples:

AOAC 940.26/900.02. Other

samples: AOAC920.153/ 923.03, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 935.58/ 981.10/ 928.08, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/ Ether Extraction/

Gravimetry

AOAC 925.32/ 922.06, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 016)

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Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)

Gas Chromatography

AOAC 991.39/922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

029)

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

07.3 Cultured seeds and

grains

07.4 Soya flours

concentrates and

isolates

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

07.6 Frozen entrees

containing rice or corn

flour

07.7 Soy protein

07.8 Tofu

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles (e.g. rice paper,

rice vermicelli, soybean

pastas and noodles)

07.10 Starch

07.11 Cereal and starch

based desserts (e.g., rice

pudding, tapioca

pudding)

07.12 Batters (e.g., for

breading or batters for

fish or poultry)

Moisture

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 926.07/ 934.01/ 920.155, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 925.11/923.03, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

AP 015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 979.09/ 920.87/ 930.25/

981.10/928.08, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/ Ether Extraction/

Gravimetry

AOAC 922.06/ 925.12, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 016)

Betacarotene

High-Performance Liquid

Chromatography

EN 12823-2 ICS 67.040 (2000) (PIPAC

AP 018)

Dietary Fiber

Enzymatic-Gravimetric Method

AOAC 992.16/985.29, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

AP 041)

Minerals (Ca, Mg, Fe, Na,

K, Zn)

Inductively Coupled Plasma

Spectrometry

AOAC 984.27, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 055)

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen bakery products

(ready to eat and to be

cooked)

08.2 Frozen and refrigerated

dough

Moisture

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 934.01/ 920.155, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 923.03, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

015)

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08.3 Breads and rolls

08.4 Crackers, excluding

sweet crackers

08.5 Cakes, cookies and pies,

doughnuts

08.6 Other ordinary bakery

products (e.g., bagels,

pita, English muffins)

08.7 Steamed breads and

buns

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 935.39/ 920.87/ 981.10/

928.08, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/ Ether Extraction/

Gravimetry

AOAC 950.36/ 922.06, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 016)

09.0 Ready-to-eat savouries

09.1 Snacks foods - potato,

cereal, flour or starch

based

Moisture

Gravimetry

High-sugar samples: AOAC

934.06/925.45. Other samples:

AOAC 934.01/ 920.155,18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetry

High-sugar samples:

AOAC 940.26/900.02. Other

samples: AOAC920.153/ 923.03, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 981.10/928.08, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/ Ether Extraction/

Gravimetry

AOAC 922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

016)

.

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 920.153/ 923.03, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 981.10/928.08, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/

Soxhlet Method

ISO 1443: 1973-04-15 (Codex STAN

method)

(PIPAC 016)

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Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)

Gas Chromatography

AOAC 991.39/922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

029)

11.0 Fish and fish products

11.1 Processed fish and fish

products, including

molluscs, crustaceans,

and echinoderms

11.2 Semi-preserved fish and

fish products, including

molluscs, crustaceans,

and echinoderms

11.3 Fully preserved, including

canned or fermented fish

and fish products,

including molluscs,

crustaceans, and

echinoderms

Moisture

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 920. 155/ 934.0118th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 938.08/ 923.03, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 940.25/ 955.04/

981.10/928.08, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/ Ether Extraction/

Gravimetry

AOAC 948.15/ 922.06, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 016)

Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)

Gas Chromatography

AOAC 991.39/922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

029)

Histamine

Fluorometry

Journal of Food Science 41, 1282

(1976)

(PIPAC AP 002)

Mercury

Cold-Vapor Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry

AOAC 977.15, 18th ed.

(PIPAC AP 005)

Heavy Metals (Pb, Cd, Cr,

Mn, Mg, Zn, Fe, Cu, Ni)

Inductively Coupled Plasma

Spectrometry

AOAC 972.23 18th ed./ EN

14082:2003

PIPAC AP 006)

12.0 Salts, spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

12.1 Salt and salt substitutes

12.2 Herbs, spices, seasonings,

and condiments (e.g.

seasoning for instant

noodles)

12.3 Vinegars

12.4 Mustards

12.5 Soups and broths

12.6 Sauces and like products

Moisture

Gravimetry

High-sugar samples: AOAC

934.06/925.45. Other samples:

AOAC 934.01/ 920.155,18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetry

High-sugar samples:

AOAC 940.26/900.02. Other

samples: AOAC920.153/ 923.03, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 015

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12.6.1 Emulsified sauces

and dips (e.g.

mayonnaise, salad

dressing, onion dips)

12.6.2 Non-emulsified

sauces (e.g.

ketchup, cheese

sauce, cream

sauce, brown gravy)

12.6.3 Mixes for sauces and

gravies

12.6.4 Clear sauces (e.g.

fish sauce)

12.7 Salads (e.g. macaroni

salad, potato salad) and

sandwich spreads

excluding cocoa-and nut-

based preads of food

categories

12.8 Yeast and like products

12.9 Soybean-based

seasonings and

condiments

12.9.1 Fermented

soybean paste

(e.g. miso)

12.9.2 Soybean sauce

12.9.2.1 Fermented

soybean sauce

12.9.2.2 Non-

fermented

soybean sauce

12.9.2.3 Other

soybean sauces

12.10 Protein products other

than from

soybeans

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

High-fat samples: AOAC

935.58/981.10/928.08. Other

samples: AOAC 981.10/928.08, 18th

Ed.

(PIPAC AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis (if needed) / Ether

Extraction/ Gravimetry

AOAC 922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

016)

Betacarotene

High-Performance Liquid

Chromatography

EN 12823-2 ICS 67.040 (2000) (PIPAC

AP 018)

12.9 Soybean-based seasonings

and condiments

12.9.2 Soybean sauce

12.9.2.1 Fermented

soybean sauce

3-MCPD

(3-Monochloropropane-2-

diol)

Gas Chromatography-Mass

Spectrometric Detection

AOAC 2000.01, 18th Ed/ CEN/TC 275

N 396 add (2000)

(PIPAC AP 024)

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13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic beverages

(Canned /Bottled Fruit

and vegetable

juices/nectars, Energy

drinks and particulated

drinks, Carbonated and

Non-carbonated water-

based flavoured drinks

and concentrates (liquid

or solid) for water-based

flavoured drinks)

13.2 Frozen juice concentrate

13.3 Powdered beverages

13.4 Coffee, coffee substitutes,

tea, herbal infusions, and

other hot cereal and grain

beverages

13.5 Alcoholic beverages (

Beer and malt beverages,

cider and perry, grape

wines and wines, mead,

distilled spirits containing

more than 15% alcohol

and aromatized alcoholic

beverages)

Moisture

Gravimetry

High-sugar samples: AOAC

934.06/925.45. Other samples:

AOAC 935.29/ 934.01/ 920.155,18th

Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetry

High-sugar samples:

AOAC 950.14/ 940.26/ 920.54/

900.02. Other samples: AOAC

920.153/ 923.03, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 920.53/ 981.10/928.08, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 017)

Total Fat

Ether Extraction/ Gravimetry

AOAC 922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

016).

13.1 Non-alcoholic beverages

(Canned /Bottled Fruit and

vegetable juices/nectars,

Energy drinks and

particulated drinks,

Carbonated and Non-

carbonated water-based

flavoured drinks and

concentrates (liquid or

solid) for water-based

flavoured drinks)

13.2 Frozen juice concentrate

Glutathione

High-Performance Liquid

Chromatography

Official Monographs: Glutathione.

USP 37-NF 32 (2014)

(PIPAC AP 019)

Dietary Fiber

Enzymatic-Gravimetric Method

AOAC 992.16/985.29, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

AP 041)

13.5 Alcoholic beverages ( Beer

and malt beverages, cider

and perry, grape wines

and wines, mead, distilled

Moisture Content by Karl

Fischer

Karl Fischer

USP <921>. USP 37-NF 32 (2014)

(PIPAC AP 022)

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spirits containing more than

15% alcohol and

aromatized alcoholic

beverages)

14.0 Foodstuffs intended for particular nutritional uses

14.1 Infant formulae, follow-on

formulae, and formulae

for special medical

purposes for infants

14.2 Complementary foods for

infants and young children

14.3 Dietetic foods intended

for special medical

purposes (excluding

products of food category

14.1)

14.4 Dietetic formulae for

slimming purposes and

weight reduction

14.5 Dietetic foods (e.g.

supplementary foods for

dietary use) excluding

products of food

categories 14.1- 14.4 and

14.6

14.6 Food supplements

Moisture

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 927.05/ 934.01/ 920.155, 18th

Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 945.46/ 920.153/ 923.03, 18th

Ed.

(PIPAC AP 015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 981.10/928.08, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

AP 017)

Total Fat

Acid Hydrolysis/ Ether Extraction/

Gravimetry

AOAC 922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

016).

14.6 Food supplements

Betacarotene

High-Performance Liquid

Chromatography

EN 12823-2 ICS 67.040 (2000) (PIPAC

AP 018)

Glutathione

High-Performance Liquid

Chromatography

Official Monographs: Glutathione.

USP 37-NF 32 (2014)

(PIPAC AP 019)

Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)

Gas Chromatography

AOAC 991.39/922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

029)

Dietary Fiber

Enzymatic-Gravimetric Method

AOAC 992.16/985.29, 18th Ed. (PIPAC

AP 041)

Minerals (Ca, Mg, Fe, Na,

K, Zn)

Inductively Coupled Plasma

Spectrometry

AOAC 984.27, 18th Ed.

(PIPAC AP 055)

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15.0 Sweeteners, including honey

15.1 Refined and raw sugars

15.2 Brown sugar

15.3 Honey

15.4 Other sugars and syrups

(e.g. xylose, maple syrup,

sugar toppings)

15.5 Table-top sweeteners,

including those

containing high-intensity

sweeteners

Moisture

Vacuum Drying Gravimetric Method

AOAC 925.45, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

015)

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 900.02, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

015)

Crude Protein

Modified Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 920.176/ 981.10/ 928.08, 18th

Ed. (PIPAC AP 017)

Total Fat

Ether Extraction/ Gravimetry

AOAC 922.06, 18th Ed. (PIPAC AP

016)

IV. WATER

01.0 Bottled Water

pH

pH meter

SMEWW 4500-H+ B , 22nd Ed./ PNS

23:2002

(PIPAC AP 007)

Arsenic

Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry

SMEWW 3114B, 22nd Ed.

(PIPAC AP 011)

Conductivity

Conductivity Meter

SMEWW 2510B, 22nd Ed. (PIPAC AP

008)

Total Solids

Total Suspended Solids

Total Dissolved Solids

Gravimetry

SMEWW 2540 B,C, D, 22nd Ed. (PIPAC

013)

Hexavalent Chromium

UV-Vis Spectrophotometry

SMEWW 3500-Cr B, 22nd Ed. (PIPAC

014)

Heavy Metals (Ca, Cd, Cr,

Cu, Fe, K, Mn, Mg, Na, Ni,

Pb, Zn)

Inductively-Coupled Spectrometry

SMEWW 3030A, E/ 3120B, 22nd Ed.

(PIPAC 026)

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6. Qualibet Testing Services Corporation

Address : 121 Dangay St., Project 7, Quezon

City

Telephone No. : (632) 374-8003/ 372-7993

Fax No. : (632) 410-6048

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Ms. Pinky P. Tobiano

Chief Executive Officer

Field of Testing : Microbiological Testing and

Chemical Testing

Validity: 5 December 2017

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and cream

powder

01.2 Whey and whey

products

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid Milk (evaporated

and Cream (UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized milk

01.6 Pasteurized cream

01.7 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

01.8 Milk and buttermilk

01.9 Cheese and cheese

products (Cottage

cheese, soft and semi-soft

cheese

01.10 Processed cheese

spread

01.11 All raw milk cheese

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis

In-house procedure

Moisture

Oven Drying Method

AOAC 18th ed 2005

Ash Ignition

AOAC 18th ed 2005

02.0 Fats and oils, and fat emulsions

02.1 Fats and oils essentially

free from water

(vegetable oils and fats,

lard, tallow, fish oil and

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis

In-house procedure

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other animal fats)

02.2 Fat emulsions mainly of

type water-in-oil

(butter, margarine)

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, seaweeds , nuts and seed

05.1 Frozen vegetables and

fruits

05.2 Fermented fruits

vegetables

05.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in hermetically

sealed container

05.4 Dried fruits and ,

seaweeds, nuts and

seeds

Protein

Kjeldahl Method /

Tecator

Fiber

Fibertech

Tecator

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis

In-house procedure

Moisture

Oven Drying Method

AOAC 18th ed 2005

Ash Ignition

AOAC 18th ed 2005

05.6 Nut and seed purees

and spreads (e.g.,

peanut butter)

Moisture

Oven Drying Method

AOAC 18th ed 2005

05.7 Jam, jellies, marmalades

and fruit fillings for

pastries

05.8 Fruit preparations ( pulp,

purees, fruit toppings

and coconut milk)

Protein

Kjeldahl Method /

Tecator

Fiber

Fibertech

Tecator

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis

In-house procedure

Moisture

Oven Drying Method

AOAC 18th ed 2005

Ash Ignition

AOAC 18th ed 2005

06.0 Egg and egg products

06.1 Egg products

06.1.1 Liquid egg products

06.1.2 Frozen egg products

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis

In-house procedure

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06.1.3 Dried and/or heat

coagulated egg

products

06.2 Preserved eggs, including

alkaline, salted, and

canned eggs

06.3 Egg-based desserts (e.g.

custard

Ash

Ignition

AOAC 18th ed 2005

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

Protein

Fiber

Kjeldahl Method /

Tecator

Fibertech

Tecator

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis

In-house procedure

Moisture

Oven Drying Method

AOAC 18th ed 2005

Ash Ignition

AOAC 18th ed 2005

15.0 Sweeteners, including honey

15.1 Refined and raw

sugars

15.2 Brown sugar

Fat

Acid Hydrolysis

In-house procedure

Moisture

Oven Drying Method

AOAC 18th ed 2005

Ash Ignition

AOAC 18th ed 2005

Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and milk products

01.1 Milk powder and cream

powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

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01.2 Sweetened

condensed milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold and Yeast Count

Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

01.4 Pasteurized Milk

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

01.5 Pasteurized cream Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

products; e.g. Cottage

Cheese; soft and semi-

soft cheese

Coliforms

MPN Method, CMMEF, 4th edition

01.8 Processed Cheese

Spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

02.0 Fats, Oils and Emulsions

02.1 Butter (Whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or

milk products

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

02.3 Margarine Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

03.0 Edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet

03.1 Ice cream and sherbet

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

03.2 Ice cream with added

ingredient

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

03.3 Flavored ice

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF 4th edition

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF 4th edition

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Coliform Count

MPN Method, CMMEF, 4th

edition

Mold and Yeast Count

Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

04. Confectionaries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

MPN Method, CMMEF, 4th

edition

Mold Count

Spread Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

04.2 Chocolate products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

MPN Method, CMMEF, 4th

edition

Mold Count Spread Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

04.3 Chocolate

confectionaries(

chocolate bars, blocks,

bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold Count Spread Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

04.5 Sugar confectionaries

(Hard and soft candies,

toffees, caramel, and

fondants, creams, and

pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliforms

MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold Coulnt Spread Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereal

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF 4th edition

Mold and Yeast Count

Spread Plate Method

CMMEF 4th edition

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

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07.4 Soya Flours,

concentrates and

Isolate

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

Mold and Yeast Count

Spread Plate Method

CMMEF 4th edition

07.7 Soy protein Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold and Yeast Count Spread Plate Method

CMMEF 4th edition

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles uncooked (wet

and dry)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4h edition

07.10 Starch Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold and Yeast Count Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

08.0 Bakery Products

08.3 Frozen and refrigerated

dough (chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

08.4 Frozen and Refrigerated

Dough

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold and Yeast Count Spread Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

08.5 Baked Goods

(microbiologically

sensitive types e.g.

containing eggs and

dairy products)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold and Yeast Count Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

08.6 Coated or Filled, Dried

Shelf-Stable Biscuits

Coliform Count MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

09.0 Ready to Eat Savories

09.1 Snack Foods Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold and Yeast Count Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

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10.0 Fish and Fish Products

10.1 Fresh Frozen Fish and

Coated-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

10.2 Pre-Cooked Breaded

Fish

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

10.3 Frozen Raw Crustacean

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

10.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustacean

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

10.5 Cooked, Chilled &

Frozen Crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

2.0 Spices, Soup, Sauces, Salad and Protein Products

12.1 Dry mixes for soup and

sauces

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

12.3 Spices Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold Count Spread Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

12.4 Spices(ready to eat) Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold Count Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

12.5 Salad Dressing, pH≤4.6

(e.g. Mayonnaise,

Thousand Island, Ranch,

French)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold and Yeast Count Spread Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic

beverages (e.g. ready

to drink, softdrinks, ice

tea, energy drink)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold and Yeasts

Spread Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

13.2 Frozen concentrate Aerobic Plate

Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold and Yeast Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

13.3 Powdered Beverages

(e.g. iced tea,

powdered juices/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

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14.0 Food for infants and young children

14.1 Powdered infant formula

with or without added

lactic acid producing

cultures (intended for 0

to 6 months old

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

14.2 Follow-up Mil

Supplement (intended

for infants 6 months on

and young children 12

to 36 months age)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform

MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

14.5 Dried and instant

requiring reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

14.6 Dried products requiring

reconstitution before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

14.7 Cereal based for food

infants

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform MPN Method

CMMEF, 4th edition

IV.Water

01.0 Bottled Water

Heterotrophic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

SMEWW 2005

Total Coliform

MPN Method

SMEWW 2005

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7. Sentro sa Pagsusuri, Pagsasanay at Pangasiwang Pang-agham at Teknolohiya

Corp. (SENTROTEK)

Address : No. 208 Pilar St., Brgy. Addition Hills,

Mandaluyong City, 1550

Telephone No. : (02) 721-6500, (02) 721-9699,

(02) 718-3514

Fax No. : (02) 727-9016

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Ms. Priscila P. Tongco

Laboratory Manager

Field of Testing : Microbiological Testing and

Chemical Testing

Validity: 28 August 2019

Chemical Testing

Products

Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. Foods

01,0 Milk and dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and cream

powder

01.2 Whey and whey products

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid Milk (evaporated and

Cream (UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized milk

01.6 Pasteurized cream

01.7 Yogurt and other fermented

milk

01.8 Milk and buttermilk

01.9 Cheese and cheese

products (Cottage cheese,

soft and semi-soft cheese

01.10 Processed cheese spread

01.11 All raw milk cheese

Protein

Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Total Dietary Fiber Enzymatic-Gravimetric (AOAC

985.29)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry (AOAC 965.33)

Free Fatty acid Titrimetry (AOAC 940.28)

Sucrose, Glucose,

Maltose, Lactose

HPLC – In-house validated

method

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Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium AAS

(AOAC 985.35/968.08)

AAS (AOAC)

Iron, Calcium

Magnesium, Manganese,

Zinc

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Se AFS/AAS Hydride

02.0 Fats and oils, and fat emulsions

02.1 Fats and oils essentially free

from water (vegetable oils

and fats, lard, tallow, fish oil

and other animal fats)

02.2 Fat emulsions mainly of type

water in-oil (butter,

margarine)

Free Fatty acid AOCS Ca 5a-40

Iodine Value AOCS Cd 1-25

Peroxide Value AOCS Cd 8-53

Color, Lovibond

(Tintometer) AOCS Cc 13e-92

Saponification Value AOCS Cd 3-25

Fatty Acid Composition GC (AOAC 963.33,

AOCS Ce-1a-13)

Vitamins A HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Iron AAS (AOAC)

03.0 Edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet

03,1 Ice cream and sherbet

03.2 Ice cream with added

ingredients

03.3 Flavored Ice

Protein Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry (AOAC 965.33)

Free Fatty acid Titrimetry (AOAC 940.28)

Sucrose, Glucose,

Maltose, Lactose

HPLC – In-house validated

method

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Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium AAS

(AOAC 985.35/968.08) Calcium, Iron

Magnesium, Manganese,

Zinc AAS (AOAC)

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Se AFS/AAS Hydride

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa powder

04.2 Chocolate products;

chocolate confectioneries

04.3 Sugar confectioneries (hard

and soft candy, nougats,

etc.)

04.4 Chewing gum

04.5 Decorations a, toppings

(non-fruit), and sweet sauces

Protein Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Total Dietary Fiber Enzymatic-Gravimetric (AOAC

985.29)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry (AOAC 965.33)

Free Fatty acid Titrimetry (AOAC 940.28)

Sucrose, Glucose,

Maltose, Lactose

HPLC – In-house validated

method

Caffeine HPLC (AOAC 979.08)

Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium AAS (AOAC)

Calcium, Iron

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Magnesium, Manganese,

Zinc

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Se AFS/AAS Hydride

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, seaweeds, nuts and seeds

05.1 Frozen vegetables and

fruits

05.2 Fermented fruits and

vegetables

05.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in hermetically

sealed container

05.4 Dried fruits and vegetables,

seaweeds, nuts and seeds

05.5 Coconut (desiccated)

05.6 Nut and seed purees and

spreads (e.g., peanut

butter)

05.7 Sun dried fruit

05.8 Jams, jellies, marmalades

and fruit fillings for pastries

05.9 Fruit preparations (

pulp, purees, fruit toppings

and coconut milk)

Protein Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Total Dietary Fiber Enzymatic-Gravimetric (AOAC

985.29)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry (AOAC 965.33)

Free Fatty acid Titrimetry (AOAC 940.28)

Sucrose, Glucose,

Maltose, Lactose

HPLC – In-house validated

method

Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium

AAS

(AOAC 985.35/968.08)

AAS (AOAC)

Calcium, Iron

Magnesium, Manganese,

Zinc

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Se AFS/AAS Hydride

06.0 Egg and egg products

06.1 Egg products

06.1.1 Liquid egg products Protein

Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

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06.1.2 Frozen egg products

06.1.3 Dried and/or heat

coagulated egg

products

06.2 Preserved eggs, including

alkaline, salted, and canned

eggs

06.3 Egg-based desserts (e.g.

custard

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Total Dietary Fiber Enzymatic-Gravimetric (AOAC

985.29)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry (AOAC 965.33)

Free Fatty acid Titrimetry (AOAC 940.28)

Sucrose, Glucose,

Maltose, Lactose

HPLC – In-house validated

method

Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium

AAS

(AOAC 985.35/968.08)

AAS (AOAC)

Calcium, Iron

Magnesium, Manganese,

Zinc

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Selenium AFS/AAS Hydride

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

07.4 Soya flours concentrates

and isolates

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn grits,

semolina

07.6 Frozen entrees containing

rice or corn flour

07.7 Soy protein

07.8 Tofu

Protein Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

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07.9 Pasta products and noodles

(e.g. rice paper, rice

vermicelli, soybean pastas

and

noodles)

07.10 Starch

07.11 Cereal and starch based

desserts (e.g., rice pudding,

tapioca pudding)

07.12 Batters (e.g., for breading

or batters for fish or poultry)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Total Dietary Fiber Enzymatic-Gravimetric (AOAC

985.29)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium

AAS

(AOAC 985.35/968.08) Iron

Calcium

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Other Minerals: Mg, Mn, Zn AAS

(AOAC 985.35)

Selenium AFS/AAS Hydride

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen bakery products

(ready to eat and to be

cooked)

08.2 Frozen and refrigerated

dough

08.3 Breads and rolls

08.4 Crackers, excluding sweet

crackers

08.5 Cakes, cookies and pies,

doughnuts

08.6 Other ordinary bakery

products (e.g., bagels, pita,

English muffins)

08.7 Steamed breads and buns

Protein Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Total Dietary Fiber Enzymatic-Gravimetric (AOAC

985.29)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry (AOAC 965.33)

Free Fatty acid Titrimetry (AOAC 940.28)

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Sucrose, Glucose,

Maltose, Lactose

HPLC – In-house validated

method

Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium

AAS

(AOAC 985.35/968.08) Iron

Calcium

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, *Cr)

**AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Other Minerals: Mg, Mn, Zn AAS

(AOAC 985.35)

Se AFS Hydride

09.0 Ready-to-eat savouries

09.1 Snacks foods - potato,

cereal, flour or starch based

Protein Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Total Dietary Fiber Enzymatic-Gravimetric (AOAC

985.29)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry (AOAC 965.33)

Free Fatty acid Titrimetry (AOAC 940.28)

Sucrose, Glucose,

Maltose, Lactose

HPLC – In-house validated

method

Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium AAS

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Iron (AOAC 985.35/968.08)

Calcium

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As,Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Other Minerals: Mg, Mn, Zn AAS

(AOAC 985.35)

Se AFS Hydride

11.0 Fish and fish products, including mollusks, crustaceans, and

echinoderms

11.1 Processed fish and fish

products, including molluscs,

crustaceans, and

echinoderms

11.2 Semi-preserved fish and fish

products, including molluscs,

crustaceans, and

echinoderms

11.3 Fully preserved, including

canned or fermented fish

and fish products, including

molluscs, crustaceans, and

echinoderms

Protein Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Caffeine HPLC (AOAC 979.08)

Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium

AAS

(AOAC 985.35/968.08) Calcium , Iron

Mn, Mg, Zn

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Se AFS Hydride

Histamine Fluorometry (AOAC)

12.0 Spices, herbs, soups, sauces, salads, vinegars, seasonings and condiments

12.1 Salt and salt substitutes

12.2 Herbs, spices, seasonings,

and condiments (e.g.

seasoning for instant

noodles)

12.3 Vinegars

Protein Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture Air Oven Method

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12.4 Mustards

12.5 Soups and broths

12.6 Sauces and like products

12.6.1 Emulsified sauces

and dips (e.g.

mayonnaise, salad

dressing, onion dips)

12.6.2 Non-emulsified

sauces (e.g. ketchup,

cheese sauce, cream

sauce, brown gravy)

12.6.3 Mixes for sauces

and gravies

12.6.4 Clear sauces (e.g.

fish sauce)

12.7 Salads (e.g. macaroni

salad, potato salad) and

sandwich spreads

excluding cocoa-and nut-

based preads of food

categories

12.8 Yeast and like products

12.9 Soybean-based

seasonings and

condiments

12.9.1 Fermented soybean

paste (e.g. miso)

12.9.2 Soybean sauce

12.10 Protein products other

than from soybeans

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Total Dietary Fiber Enzymatic-Gravimetric (AOAC

985.29)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry (AOAC 965.33)

Free Fatty acid Titrimetry (AOAC 940.28)

Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium

AAS

(AOAC 985.35/968.08) Cciualm , Iron

Mn, Mg, Zn

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, *Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Se

AFS Hydride

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic

13.2 Frozen juice

concentrate

13.3 Powdered beverages

13.4 Coffee, coffee substitutes,

tea, herbal infusions, and

other hot cereal and grain

beverages

13.5 Alcoholic beverages

Protein Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Total Dietary Fiber Enzymatic-Gravimetric (AOAC

985.29)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry (AOAC 965.33)

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Sucrose, Glucose,

Maltose, Lactose

HPLC – In-house validated

method

Caffeine HPLC (AOAC 979.08)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E

HPLC (In-House Validated

Method)

Sodium, Potassium AAS

(AOAC 985.35/968.08) Calcium, Iron

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, *Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Other Minerals: Mg, Mn, Zn AAS

(AOAC 985.35)

Se AFS/Hydride

14.0 Foodstuffs intended for particular nutritional uses

14.1 Infant formulae, follow-on

formulae, and formulae for

special medical purposes for

infants

14.2 Complementary foods for

infants and young children

14.3 Dietetic foods intended for

special medical purposes

(excluding products of food

category 14.1)

14.4 Dietetic formulae for

slimming purposes and

weight reduction

14.5 Dietetic foods (e.g.

supplementary foods for

dietary use) excluding

products of food categories

14.1- 14.4 and 14.6

14.6 Food supplements

Protein Kjeldahl

AOAC 2001.11/984.13

Fat

Ether Extraction (AOAC

920.39C)

Acid Hydrolysis (AOAC

922.06/948.15)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

(AOAC952.08/950.46B/

925.10/990.20)

Ash Direct Method-Furnace

(AOAC923.03/938.08/900.02)

Total Sugars Luff-Schoorl

Lane Eynon

Total Dietary Fiber Enzymatic-Gravimetric (AOAC

985.29)

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Titratable Acidity Titrimetry (AOAC 965.33)

Free Fatty acid Titrimetry (AOAC 940.28)

Sucrose, Glucose,

Maltose, Lactose

HPLC – In-house validated

method

Caffeine HPLC (AOAC 979.08)

Saturated Fat, Transfat,

Fatty Acid Composition

GC (AOAC 963.33, AOCS Ce-

1c-89)

Cholestrerol GC (AOAC 994.10)

Sodium, Potassium

AAS

(AOAC 985.35/968.08) Iron

Calcium

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Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Other Minerals: Mg, Mn, Zn

AAS

(AOAC 985.35)

Se AFS Hydride

14.6 Food Supplements Vits. A, B1, B2, B3, B6,

Calpan, Folic Acid, C, D, E, HPLC

15 .0 Sweeteners, including honey

15.1 Refined and raw sugars

15.2 Brown sugar

15.3 Honey

15.4 Other sugars and syrups (e.g.

xylose, maple syrup, sugar

toppings)

15.5 Table-top sweeteners,

including those containing

high-intensity sweeteners

Calories By computation/ FNRI Phil Food

Composition Tables

Sucrose, Glucose,

Maltose, Lactose

HPLC – In-house validated

method

Heavy Metals

(Pb, Cd, Hg, As, *Cr)

AAS/ICP-AES

(USEPA 6010)

Other Minerals: Mg, Mn, Zn AAS

(AOAC 985.35)

II. Drugs and Pharmaceuticals

1.0 Drugs

2.0 Herbal Products

3.0 Parenteral solutions and

fluids

4.0 Vitamins

5.0 Antibiotics

Identification Tests

U.S.Pharmacopeia

Philippine Pharmacopeia

Assay of Active Ingredients

Limits Tests

Organic Volatile Impurities

(OVI)

Dissolution

Disintegration

Heavy Metals

Minerals Content

III. III. Cosmetics, Perfumes and Essential Oils

1.0 Cosmetics

Heavy Metals (Pb, Cd, Hg,

As)

ASEAN Harmonized Method/

USP 33

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and milk products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF 4th edition

Enterobacteriaceae

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella Rapid test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

01.2 Sweetened

condensed milk

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

Coliform count

01.3 Pasteurized milk

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform count

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

Listeria monocytogenes

BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th

edition

01.5 Pasteurized cream

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform count

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

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Listeria monocytogenes

BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

Coliform count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

Convention Method- BAM 8th

edition

S. aureus

(coagulase +) BAM 8th edition

01.7 Cheese and cheese

products; e.g. Cottage

Cheese, soft and semi-

soft cheese (moisture

> 39%, pH > 5)

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

E. coli

BAM 8th edition S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

Listeria monocytogenes

BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

01.8 Processed cheese

spread

01.8 Processed cheese

spread

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform count

BAM 8th edition

S. aureus

(coagulase +

01.9 All raw milk cheese;

raw milk unripened

cheese with moisture >

50%, pH > 5.0

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

Listeria monocytogenes

BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

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02.0 Fats and oils, and fat emulsion

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

BAM 8th edition

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or

milk products

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform count

E. coli

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

Listeria monocytogenes BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

02.3 Margarine

02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

Fecal coliform count

BAM 8th edition

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Salmonella Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

Convention Method- BAM 8th

edition

Listeria monocytogenes BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

03.0 Edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet

03.1 Ice cream and sherbet

(plain and flavoured)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform count

BAM 8th edition

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

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Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

Listeria monocytogenes

BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

03.2 Ice cream with added

ingredient (nuts, fruits,

cocoa etc.)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform count

BAM 8th edition

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Salmonella

Listeria monocytogenes

BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

03.3 Flavored ice (e.g. Ice

candy)

03.3 Flavored ice (e.g. Ice

candy)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

Coliform Count

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa powder

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Mold Count

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC

BAM 8th edition

04.2 Chocolate products

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count BAM 8th edition

Mold Count

Salmonella Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

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04.3 Chocolate

confectioneries

(chocolate bars, blocks

and bonbon

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

04.4 Sugar confectioneries

(hard and soft candies,

toffees, caramel,

fondants, creams,

nougats and pastes

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Mold Count

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds

05.1 Frozen vegetables and

fruits (pH > 4.5)

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

05.4 Dried vegetables

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

05.5 Coconut (desiccated)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

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05.6 Peanut Butter & other

Nut Butters

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

05.7 Sun dried fruit

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

Mold Count

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition Mold Count

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

E. coli

07.3 Cultured seeds and

grains

Coliform Count

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

07.4 Soya flours

concentrates and

isolates

Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Mold Count

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

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07.6 Frozen entrees

containing rice or corn flour

Bacillus cereus Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

07.7 Soy protei

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

07.8 Tofu

E. coli

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Bacillus cereus

BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

E. coli

BAM 8th edition S. aureus

(coagulase +)

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles Uncooked (wet and

dry)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

07.10 Starch

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

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Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen bakery products

(ready to eat) with low

acid or high aw fillings or

toppings

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

08.2 Frozen bakery products

(to be cooked) with low

acid or high aw fillings or

toppings (e.g. meat pies

and pizzas)

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

08.3 Frozen and refrigerated

dough (Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

Mold Count

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

08.4 Frozen and refrigerated

dough

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Mold Count

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

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08.5 Baked Goods

(microbiologically

sensitive types e.g.

containing eggs and

dairy products)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

BAM 8th edition S. aureus

(coagulase +)

08.6 Coated or Filled, Dried

Shelf-Stable Biscuits

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

09.0 Ready-to-eat savories

09.1 Snack foods

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Mold Count

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

11.0 Fish and fish products

11.1 Fresh Frozen Fish and

Cold-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Vibrio parahaemolyticus

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

11.2 Pre-cooked Breaded

and Fish

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

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E. coli

BAM 8th edition

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

11.3 Frozen raw crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Vibrio parahaemolyticus

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

11.4 Frozen cooked

crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Vibrio parahaemolyticus

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

11.5 Cooked, chilled and

frozen crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Vibrio parahaemolyticus

11.6 Fresh and frozen bivalve

molluscs

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

E. coli count

BAM 8th edition

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Vibrio parahaemolyticus

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

12.0 Spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

12.1 Dry mixes for soup and

sauces

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

12.2 Yeast Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

12.3 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

12.4 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Mold Count

S. aureus

(coagulase +

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

12.5 Salad dressing pH < 4.6

(Mayonnaise, Thousand

Island, Ranch, French

etc.)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

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Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

Listeria monocytogenes

BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic (e.g.

Ready to drink soft

drinks, iced tea, energy

drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

13.2 Frozen juice

concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

13.3 Powdered beverages

(Juices)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Yeast and Mold Count

BAM 8th edition

14.0 Food for infants and young children

14.1 Powdered infant

formula with or without

added lactic acid

producing cultures

(intended for 0 to 6

months old)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

E. coli

BAM 8th edition

Enterobacteriaceae

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14.1 Powdered infant

formula with or without

added lactic acid

producing cultures

(intended for 0 to 6

months old)

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

14.2 Follow up formula /milk

supplement (intended

for infants 6 months on

and for young children

12-36 months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

E. coli

Enterobacteriaceae

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

14.5 Dried and instant

products requiring

reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

Enterobacteriaceae

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

Listeria monocytogenes

BAM 8th edition

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th

edition

14.6 Dried products requiring

reconstitution and

boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

14.7 Cereal based foods for

infants Aerobic Plate Count

CMMEF, 4th edition

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Coliform Count

BAM 8th edition

Salmonella

Rapid Test Kit-AOAC 989.13

BAM 8th edition

Bacillus cereus

Oxoid Manual 1998, 8th edition

II. Drugs and Pharmaceuticals

1.0 Drugs

Aerobic Plate Count

USP 36

Coliform Count

E. coli

Yeast and Mold Count

Pseudomonas aeruginosa

S. aureus

Salmonella

III. Cosmetics

1.0 Cosmetics

Aerobic Plate Count

ASEAN Harmonized Methods

for Cosmetics

Yeast and Mold Count

Pseudomonas aeruginosa

USP 36/Asean Harmonized

Methods for Cosmetics

S.aureus

IV. Water

1.0 Bottled Water

Heterotrophic

Plate count

Pour Plate Method, SMEWW

Coliform Count

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,/ SMEWW

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8. SGS Philippines, Inc.- Multi-Laboratory

Address : 2229 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City

Telephone No. : 632) 784-9400

Fax No. : (632) 818-2971/750-2947

E-mail : [email protected]/

[email protected]/

[email protected]

Contact Person : Ms. Meden Jojemar L. Peneyra

Laboratory Operations Manager

Field of Testing : Microbiological Testing and

Chemical Testing

Validity: 16 August 2018

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method /Reference

I. I. Food

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and cream

powder

01.2 Whey and whey products

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid Milk (evaporated

and Cream (UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized milk

01.6 Pasteurized cream

01.7 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

01.8 Cheese and cheese

products (Cottage

cheese, soft and semi-soft

cheese

01.9 Cheese and cheese

products (Cottage

cheese, soft and semi-soft

cheese

10.0 Processed cheese spread

11.0 All raw milk cheese

Protein

Kjeltec Analyzer/ FOSS Manual

Kjeltec 8400 Analyzer/Rapid N

Protein Analyzer /AOAC, 18th

Ed., 2005

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC,

18th Ed., 2005

Fat

Rose-Gottlieb/ AOAC, 18th Ed.,

2005

Acid Hydrolysis/ AOAC, 18th

Ed., 2005

Moisture

Air-oven Method/ GAFTA No.

130 (2003)/ AOAC 18th Ed.,

2005

Toluene Distillation/ AOCS Ca

2a-45

Carbohydrate

By computation/ Based on

FNRI Phil. Food Composition

Tables 1997

Lactose

Layne-Eynon/ AOAC 18th Ed.

2005

Acidity Titrimetry

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Iodine in Food Spectrophotometry

Calories from fat

By Computation/ FNRI Phil

Food Composition Tables 1997

Sugar Profile - Fructose,

Glucose, Lactose, Maltose

and Sucrose

HPLC-RI/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Trace Elements

Arsenic (As)

AOAC, 18th Ed. AAS/ ICP-OES/,

2005/ Shimadzu and Ethos

Manuals

Cadmium (Cd)

Calcium (Ca)

Chromium (Cr)

Copper (Cu)

Iron (Fe)

Lead (Pb)

Mercury (Hg)

Phosphorus (P)

Potassium (K)

Selenium (Se)

Sodium (Na)

Tin (Sn)

Zinc (Zn)

Fatty Acids GC/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Saturated Fat

Cholesterol

2.0 Fats and oils, and fat emulsion

02.1 Fats and oils essentially

free from water

(vegetable oils and fats,

lard, tallow, fish oil and

other animal fats)

02.2 Fat emulsions mainly of

type water-in-oil (butter,

margarine)

Free Fatty Acid/ Acid Value

Titrimetric/ AOCS 2011

Peroxide Value Titrimetric/ AOCS 1993

Saponiofication Value Titrimetric/ AOCS 2011

Iodine value Titrimetric/ AOCS 2011

Moisture AOCS 2011

Moisture and Voltile Matter

AOCS 2011

Unsaponifiable Matter

AOCS 2011

Cholesterol

GC/ P-LAB-007-INSTRU – In-

house Method

BHA

BHT

GC/ P-LAB-007-INSTRU – In-

house Method

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Fat

Ether Extraction/ AOCS Ba 3-38

Rose-Gottlieb (Dairy Products)

Acid Hydrolysis (dairy Products/

Seafoods)

Moisture

Air-oven Method/ GAFTA No.

130 (2003)/ AOAC 18th Ed.,

2005

Saturated Fat

FattyAcids

GC/AOAC, 18th ed. 2005

Trace Elements

Arsenic (As)

Copper (Cu)

Lead (Pb)

Iron (Fe)

AOAC, 18th Ed. AAS/ ICP-OES/,

2005/ Shimadzu and Ethos

Manuals

5.0 Fruits and vegetables, seaweeds, nuts and seeds

5.1 Frozen vegetables and

fruits

5.2 Fermented fruits and

vegetables

5.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in hermetically

sealed container

5.4 Dried fruits and

vegetables, seaweeds, nuts

and seeds

5.5 Coconut (desiccated)

5.6 Nut and seed purees and

spreads (e.g., peanut

butter)

5.7 Jams, jellies, marmalades

and fruit fillings for pastries

5.8 Fruit preparations ( pulp,

purees, fruit toppings and

coconut milk)

Protein

Kjeltec Analyzer/ FOSS Manual

Kjeltec 8400 Analyzer/Rapid N

Protein Analyzer /AOAC, 18th

Ed., 2005

Fiber

Conventional/ GAFTA No. 10.0

(2003)/ AOAC 978.10

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC,

18th Ed., 2005

Fat

Ether Extraction/ AOCS Ba 3-38

Rose-Gottlieb (Dairy Products)

Acid Hydrolysis (dairy Products/

Seafoods)

Moisture

Air-oven Method/ GAFTA No.

130 (2003)/ AOAC 18th Ed.,

2005

Toluene Distillation/ AOCS Ca

2a-45

Carbohydrate

By computation/ Based on

FNRI Phil. Food Composition

Tables 1997

Sugar Profile - Fructose,

Glucose, Lactose, Maltose

and Sucrose

HPLC-RI/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Calories By Computation/ FNRI Phil

Food Composition Tables 1997

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5.8 Jams, jellies, marmalades

and fruit fillings for pastries

5.9 Fruit preparations

Soluble Solids

Refractometer Method/

AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

5.5 Coconut (desiccated)

5.6 Nut and seed purees and

spreads (e.g., peanut

butter)

Dietary Fiber

Gravimetric/ AOAC, 18th Ed.,

2005

Salt as NaCl

Titrimetric Method/AOAC, 18th

Ed.,2005

Fatty Acids

Saturated Fat

Cholesterol

GC/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

5.1 Frozen vegetables and

fruits

5.2 Fermented fruits and

vegetables

5.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in hermetically

sealed container

5.4 Dried vegetables

Trace Elements

Arsenic (As)

Cadmium (Cd)

Calcium (Ca)

Lead (Pb)

Mercury (Hg)

Phosphorus (P)

Potassium (K)

Selenium (Se)

Sodium (Na)

Tin (Sn)

AAS/ ICP-OES/ AOAC, 18th Ed.,

2005/ Shimadzu and Ethos

Manuals

6.0 Eggs and eggs products

06.1 Egg products

06.1.1 Liquid egg

products

06.1.2 Frozen egg

products

06.1.3 Dried and/or heat

coagulated egg

products

06.2 Preserved eggs, including

alkaline, salted, and

canned eggs

Protein

Kjeltec Analyzer/ FOSS Manual

Kjeltec 8400 Analyzer/Rapid N

Protein Analyzer /AOAC, 18th

Ed.,2005

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC,

18th Ed., 2005

Fat

Ether Extraction/ AOCS Ba 3-38

Rose-Gottlieb (Dairy Products)

Acid Hydrolysis (dairy Products/

Seafoods)

06.3 Egg-based desserts

(e.g. custard)

Moisture

Air-oven Method/ GAFTA No.

130 (2003)/ AOAC 18th Ed.,

2005

Carbohydrate

Calories

By computation/ Based on

FNRI Phil. Food Composition

Tables 1997

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7.0 Cereals and cereal Products

7.1 Breakfast cereals

7.4 Soya flours concentrates

and isolates

7.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

7.6 Frozen entrees containing

rice or corn flour

7.7 Soy protein

7.8 Tofu

7.9 Pasta products and

noodles (e.g. rice paper,

rice vermicelli, soybean

pastas and noodles)

7.10 Starch

7.11 Cereal and starch

based desserts (e.g., rice

pudding, tapioca

pudding)

7.12 Batters (e.g., for

breading or batters for

fish or poultry)

Protein

Kjeltec Analyzer/ FOSS Manual

Kjeltec 8400 Analyzer/Rapid N

Protein Analyzer /AOAC, 18th

Ed., 2005

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC,

18th Ed., 2005

Fiber

Conventional/GAFTA No. 10.0

(2003)/ AOAC 978.10

Ash

Gravimetric Method/AOAC,

18th Ed. 2005

Fat

Rose-Gottlieb/ AOAC, 18th Ed.,

2005

Acid Hydrolysis/ AOAC, 18th

Ed., 2005

Moisture

Air-oven Method/ GAFTA No.

130 (2003)/ AOAC 18th Ed.,

2005

Toluene Distillation/ AOCS Ca

2a-45

Carbohydrate

By computation/ Based on

FNRI Phil. Food Composition

Tables 1997

Salt as NaCl

Volhard Method/ AOAC, 18th

Ed.,2005

Starch

Polarimetry/ GAFTA No. 130

Method 28:1 (2003)

Iodine in Food Spectrophotometry/AL8.1030

Dietary Fiber Gravimetric/ AOAC, 18th Ed.,

2005

Total Sugar as invert

Lane-Eynon

Method/AOAC18th

Ed.,2005/Pearson's

Composition and Analysis of

Foods, 9th Edition

Sugar Profile- Fructose,

Glucose, Lactose, Maltose and

Sucrose

Saturated Fat

Cholesterol

HPLC-RI/AOAC, 18th Ed. 2005

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Trace Elements

AAS/ AAS/ ICP-OES/ AOAC,

18th Ed., 2005/ Shimadzu and

Ethos Manuals

Arsenic (As)

Cadmium (Cd)

Calcium (Ca)

Chromium (Cr)

Mercury (Hg)

Iron (Fe)

Lead (Pb)

Sodium (Na)

11.0 Fish and fish products, including molluscs, crustaceans, and echinoderms

11.1 Processed fish and

fish products (frozen and

cooked)

11.2 Semi-preserved fish and

fish Products (marinated

and/or pickled) , e.g. fish

paste

11.3 Fully preserved (canned

or fermented, smoked,

dried and/or salted)

Histamine Fluorometry/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Total Volatile N Distillation with MgO/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Ash Gravimetric Method/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Crude Fat

Solvent Extraction/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Acid Hydrolysis/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Salt as NaCl Volumetric Method/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Total Solids Gravimetric method/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Salt as NaCl Volumetric Method/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Sulfamethazine HPLC/ In-House

Chlortetracycline

Hydrochloride

HPLC/ In-House

Oxytetracycline

Hydrochloride

HPLC/ In-House

Cd, Pb, Hg, As

AAS/ ICP-OES/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005/

Shimadzu and Ethos Manuals

Saturated Fat GC/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Cholesterol

12.0 Salts, spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

12.1 Salt and salt substitutes

12.2 Herbs, spices,

seasonings, and

condiments (e.g.

seasoning for instant

noodles)

12.3 Vinegars

12.4 Mustards

Protein

Kjeltec Analyzer/ FOSS Manual

Kjeltec 8400 Analyzer/Rapid N

Protein Analyzer /AOAC, 18th

Ed., 2005

Fiber Conventional/ GAFTA No. 10.0

(2003)/ AOAC 978.10

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12.5 Soups and broths

12.6 Sauces and like

products

12.6.1 Emulsified sauces

and dips (e.g.

mayonnaise, salad

dressing, onion dips)

12.6.2 Non-emulsified

sauces (e.g.

ketchup, cheese

sauce, cream

sauce, brown gravy)

12.6.3 Mixes for sauces

and gravies

12.6.4 Clear sauces (e.g.

fish sauce)

12.7 Salads (e.g. macaroni

salad, potato salad) and

sandwich spreads

excluding cocoa-and

nut-based preads of food

categories

12.8 Yeast and like products

12.9 Soybean-based

seasonings and

condiments

12.9.1 Fermented

soybean paste (e.g.

miso)

12.9.2 Soybean sauce

12.10 Protein products other

than from soybeans

Ash Gravimetric Method/ AOAC,

18th Ed., 2005

Fat

Ether Extraction/ AOCS Ba 3-38

Rose-Gottlieb (Dairy Products)

Acid Hydrolysis (dairy Products/

Seafoods)

Moisture

Air-oven Method/ GAFTA No.

130 (2003)/ AOAC 18th Ed.,

2005

Toluene Distillation/ AOCS Ca

2a-45

Carbohydrate By computation/ Based on

FNRI Phil. Food Composition

Tables 1997

Total Sugars as Invert Lane-Eynon/ AOAC 18th Ed.,

2005

Salt as NaCl Volhard Method/ AOAC, 18th

Ed., 2005

pH pH electrode method/ AOAC,

18th Ed., 2005

Iodine in Food

Spectrophotometry

Calories By Computation/ FNRI Phil

Food Composition Tables 1997

Saturated Fat

GC/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Cholesterol

Sugar Profile - Fructose,

Glucose, Lactose, Maltose and

Sucrose

HPLC-RI/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic

beverages

13.2 Frozen juice concentrate

13.3 Powdered beverages

13.4 Coffee, coffee

substitutes, tea, herbal

Total Soluble Solids as °Brix

Refractometer Method/

AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Total Titratable Acidity

18th Ed., 2005Titrimetric/

AOAC,

Protein

Kjeltec Analyzer/ FOSS Manual

Kjeltec 8400 Analyzer/Rapid N

Protein Analyzer /AOAC,18th

Ed 2005

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infusions, and other hot

cereal and grain

beverages

13.5 Alcoholic beverages

( Beer and malt

beverages, cider and

perry, grape wines and

wines, mead, distilled

spirits containing more

than 15% alcohol and

aromatized alcoholic

beverages)

Fiber

Conventional/. GAFTA No. 10.0

(2003)/ AOAC 97810

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC,

18th Ed., 2005

Fat

Ether Extraction/ AOCS Ba 3-38

Rose-Gottlieb (Dairy Products)

Acid Hydrolysis (dairy Products/

Seafoods)

Moisture

Air-oven Method/ GAFTA No.

130 (2003)/ AOAC 18th Ed.,

2005 Toluene Distillation/ AOCS

Ca 2a-45

Carbohydrate

By computation/ Based on

FNRI Phil. Food Composition

Tables 1997

Total Sugars as Invert sugar

18th Ed., 2005Lane-Eynon/

AOAC

Dietary Fiber

Gravimetric/ AOAC, 18th Ed.,

2005

Calories

By Computation/ FNRI

Phil Food Composition Tables

1997

Sugar Profile - Fructose,

Glucose, Lactose, Maltose and

Sucrose

HPLC-RI/ AOAC, 18th Ed., 2005

Caffeine anhydrous

HPLC/ In-House

Alcoholic Beverages

GC/ AOAC, 18th Ed. 2005

Ethanol (Assay)

Methanol (Assay)

iso-Propyl Alcohol (Assay)

1-Butanol (Assay)

Amyl Alcohol (Assay)

Propyl Alcohol (Assay)

Acetaldehyde (Assay)

Caffeine anhydrous

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14.0 Foodstuffs intended for particular nutritional uses

14.1 Infant formulae, follow-

on formulae, and

formulae for special

medical purposes for

infants

14.2 Complementary foods

for infants and children

14.3 Dietetic foods

intended for special

medical purposes

(excluding products of

food category 14.1)

14.4 Dietetic formulae for

slimming purposes and

weight reducti

14.5 Dietetic foods (e.g.

supplementary foods

for dietary use)

excluding products of

food categories 14.1-

14.4 and 14.6

14.6 Food supplements

Vitamin A (Retinol)

Retinyl Acetate Retinyl

Palmitate

HPLC/ P-LAB-021-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin A Precursor (Beta-

carotene)

HPLC/ P-LAB-024-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin B1 HPLC/ P-LAB-022-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin B2 HPLC/ P-LAB-022-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin B6 HPLC/ P-LAB-022-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin C Titrimetric/ HPLC/ P-LAB-023-

INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin D3 HPLC/ P-LAB-025-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin E HPLC/ P-LAB-020-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin B3 (Niacin,

Niacinamide)

HPLC/ P-LAB-022-INSTRU- In-

House

Folic Acid

HPLC/ P-LAB-037-INSTRU- In-

House

Calcium Panthothenate

HPLC/ P-LAB-027-INSTRU- In-

House

Biotin

HPLC/ P-LAB-035-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin B12

HPLC/ P-LAB-033-INSTRU- In-

House Arsenic (As)

Cadmium (Cd)

Lead (Pb)

AAS/ ICP-OES/ AOAC, 18th Ed.,

2005/ Shimadzu and Ethos

Manuals

Mercury (Hg)

Trace Elements in Food

Supplements

Aluminum (Al)

Antimony (Sb)

Barium (Ba)

Beryllium (Be)

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Boron (B)

Calcium (Ca)

Chromium (Cr)

Cobalt (Co)

Copper (Cu)

Iron (Fe)

Magnesium (Mg)

Manganese (Mn)

Molybdenum (Mo)

Nickel (Ni)

Phosphorus (P)

Potassium (K)

Selenium (Se)

Silicon (Si)

Sodium (Na)

Strontium (Sr)

Sulfur (S)

Thallium (Tl)

Tin (Sn)

Titanium (Ti)

Vanadium (V)

Zinc (Zn)

15.0 Sweeteners, including honey

15.1 Refined and raw sugars

15.2 Brown sugar

15.3 Honey

15.4 Other sugars and syrups

(e.g. xylose, maple

syrup, sugar toppings)

15.5 Table-top sweeteners,

including those

containing high-

intensity sweeteners

Ash

Gravimetric/ PNS 1097/ 1098/

Handbook of Phil Sugarcane

Ind. (1992)

Color

Spectrophotometric/ PNS

1097/ 1098/ Handbook of Phil

Sugarcane Ind. (1992)/

ICUMSA Method GS1/3-7(2002)

Invert/Reducing Sugars

Titrimetric/ PNS 1097/ 1098/

Handbook of Phil Sugarcane

Ind. (1992)

Moisture

Gravimetric/ PNS 1097/ 1098/

Handbook of Phil Sugarcane

Ind. (1992) /ICUMSA Method

GS2/1/3/9-15 (2007)

Brix

Hydrometer Method/

Handbook of Phil Sugarcane

Ind. (1992)

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Moisture (Molasses)

Gravimetric/ AOAC, 18th Ed.,

2005/ Handbook of Phil

Sugarcane Ind. (1992)

Polarization

Polarimetry/Handbook of Phil

Sugarcane Ind. (1992)

/ICUMSA Method GS1/2/3/9-1

(2007 )

Cholesterol GC/AOAC, 18th ed., 2005

Other food additives

Potassium Sorbate/ Sorbic Acid HPLC/ P-LAB-006-INSTRU- In-

House

Sodium Benzoate/ Benzoic

Acid

HPLC/ P-LAB-006-INSTRU- In-

House

Methyl, butyl, propyl paraben

HPLC/ Client-supplied

procedure

Vitamins in Foods

Vitamin A(Retinol)

HPLC/ P-LAB-021-INSTRU- In-

House Retinyl Acetate

Retinyl Palmitate

Vitamin A Precursor (Beta-

carotene)

HPLC/ P-LAB-024-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin B1 HPLC/ P-LAB-022-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin B2

HPLC/ P-LAB-022-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin B6

HPLC/ P-LAB-022-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin C

Titrimetric/ HPLC/ P-LAB-023-

INSTRU- In-House

Vitamin D3

HPLC/ P-LAB-025-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin E

HPLC/ P-LAB-020-INSTRU- In-

House

Vitamin B3 (Niacin,

Niacinamide)

HPLC/ P-LAB-022-INSTRU- In-

House

Folic Acid

HPLC/ P-LAB-037-INSTRU- In-

House

Calcium Panthothenate

HPLC/ P-LAB-027-INSTRU- In-

House

Biotin HPLC/ P-LAB-035-INSTRU- In-

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House

Vitamin B12 HPLC/ P-LAB-033-INSTRU- In-

House

III Cosmetics, Perfumes and Essential Oils

01.0Cosmetics

Parabens

HPLC/ client-supplied

procedure

IV. Water

01.0 Bottled Water

Turbidity

Photometry/SMEWW, 21st Ed,

2005 2130B

pH

Electrometric Method/

SMEWW,21st Ed,2005 4500-H+B

Total Dissolved Solids Gravimetry/ SMEWW, 21st Ed,

2005 2540C

Conductivity

Electrical Conductivity

Method/ SMEWW, 21st Ed, 2005

2510B

Chloride Argentometric Method/

SMEWW, 21st Ed, 4005 Cl-B

Sulfate Turbidimetric Method/

SMEWW, 21st Ed, 4005 SO42E

Fluoride

Ion Selective electrode

Method/ SMEWW, 21st Ed 4005

4500-F-B

Nitrate Photometry SQ 118

Photometer Method/ 234

Nitrite Colorimetry/SMEWW, 21st

Ed,2005 4500-NO2B

Arsenic (As) SMEWW, 21st Ed, 2005 3114B

Mercury (Hg) SMEWW, 21st Ed, 2005 3112B

Silver (Ag)

SMEWW, 21st Ed, 2005 3111B

(AAS)/3120B (ICP) Calcium (Ca)

Copper (Cu)

Cobalt (Co)

SMEWW, 21st Ed, 2005 3111D

(AAS)/3120B (ICP)

Iron (Fe)

Potassium (K)

Magnesium (Mg)

Manganese (Mn)

Sodium (Na)

Zinc (Zn)

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Barium (Ba)

SMEWW, 21st Ed, 2005 3111D

(AAS)/3120B (ICP)

Aluminum (Al)

Boron (B)

Cadmium (Cd)

Chromium (Cr)

Phosphorus (P)

Nickel (Ni)

Lead (Pb)

Antimony (Sb)

Selenium (Se)

Silicon (Si)

Tin (Sn)

Titanium (Ti)

Thallium (Tl)

Vanadium (V)

Beryllium (Be)

Molybdenum (Mo)

Gold (Au)

V. Toys

Migration of certain elements

ISO 8124-3: 1997 ASTM F973-03

/ US CPSC Part 3-2003 – Lead

only /16 CFR 1303

EN 71: 2003 Part 3

Canadian Hazardous Products

Acts Regulation Ch 42 Sec1

VII. Food Packaging Products

01.0 Food Container /

packaging

Migration Test (BFAD

Requirements)

- UV Examination

- Residue on Evaporation

- Potassium Permanganate

Consumption

- Migration of Lead and

Cadmium

- Residue on Ignition

Japan Food Sanitation Law's

Specifications and Standards

for Food and Food Additives -

Notification No. 370 (Japan

External Trade Organization

Clause II)

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FD BAM Ch3 (Jan ’01)

Enterobacteriaceae

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM

Salmonella Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

01.2 Sweetened Condensed

Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

01.4 Pasteurized Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella

Conventional/TECRA/

FDA BAM Ch. 5

Listeria monocytogenes

FDA BAM/TECRA

01.5 Pasteurized Cream

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

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Listeria monocytogenes

FDA BAM/TECRA

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

Products; e.g. Cottage

Cheese; Soft and semi-

soft cheese

Coliform Count

E.coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4 (Feb’13)

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

Listeria monocytogenes

FDA BAM/TECRA

01.8 Processed Cheese

Spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

01.9 All Raw Milk Cheese; Raw

Milk Un-ripened cheese

w/ moisture >50%, pH

>5.0

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA

FDA BAM Ch. 5

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

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Listeria monocytogenes

FDA BAM/TECRA

02 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

(Jan ’01)

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4

(Feb ’13)

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or

milk products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

(Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4

(Feb ’13)

E.coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Sept ‘02)

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/

FDA BAM Ch. 5

Listeria monocytogenes

FDA BAM/TECRA

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02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

(Jan ’01)

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate method, FDA

BAM Ch 18/Spread Plate Mtd.,

Compendium 4th ed

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

ISO 6888=1:1999

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

Listeria monocytogenes FDA BAM/TECRA

03.0 Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream & Sherbet

(plain and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/

FDA BAM Ch. 5

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

Listeria monocytogenes FDA BAM/TECRA

03.2 Ice Cream with added

ingredients (nuts, fruits,

cocoa, etc)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

S. aureus (coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

Listeria monocytogenes FDA BAM/TECRA

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03.3 Flavored Ice

( ie.ice candy)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb’13)

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate method, FDA

BAM Ch 18

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

04. Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Molds Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb’13)

Salmonella Detection Conventional/TECRA/

FDA BAM Ch. 5

04.2 Chocolate Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Molds Count

Spread Plate method, FDA

BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb’13)

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries

(chocolate bars, blocks,

bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Molds Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb’13)

Salmonella Detection Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

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04.4 Sugar Confectionaries

(Hard and soft candies,

toffees, caramel,

fondants, creams,

nougats and pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

(Jan ’01)

Molds Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb’13)

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

05. Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.1 Frozen Vegetables &

fruits (pH >4.5)

E. coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb’13)

05.2 Fermented Vegetables,

Ready to Eat (e.g.

Kimchi)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

E. coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb’13)

Salmonella Detection

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

05.4 Dried

Vegetables

E.coli MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb’13)

05.5 Coconut (desiccated) Salmonella Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

05.6 Peanut Butter and other

Nut Butters

Salmonella Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

05.7 Sun Dried Fruits

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

E.coli MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4 (Feb’13)

06. Egg and Egg Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

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06.1 Pasteurized Egg Products

(liquid, frozen, dried)

Yeast and Molds Count(for

dried products)

Spread Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4

(Feb ’13)

Salmonella

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

07. Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast Count Molds Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

07.2 Cereals/Cereal Grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method/Petri Film

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

E.coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13)

07.3 Cultured seeds

and grains

(e.g. bean

sprout, alfalfa,

etc)

Coliforms Count

E. coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13)

Salmonella

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

07.4 Soya Flours,

Concentrates and

Isolates

Molds

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Salmonella Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

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07.5 Flour, Corn meal, Corn

grits, Semolina

Yeast Count Molds

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

07.6 Frozen entrees

containing Rice or Corn

Flour as main ingredient

Bacillus cereus Spread Plate Method, FDA

BAM Ch 14

07.7 Soy Protein

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast and Molds Count Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

E.coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

07.8 Tofu

E.coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4 (Feb ’13)

Bacillus cereus

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 14

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

07.9 Pasta Products and

Noodles Uncooked

(wet and dry

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

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07.10 Starch

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella

Conventional/TECRA/

FDA BAM Ch. 5

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen Bakery products

(ready to eat) with low

acid or high aw fillings or

toppings

Salmonella

Conventional/TECRA/

FDA BAM Ch. 5

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

08.2 Frozen Bakery products

(to be cooked) with low

acid or high aw fillings or

toppings

Salmonella

Conventional/TECRA/

FDA BAM Ch. 5

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

08.3 Frozen and Refrigerated

Doughs (Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast Count Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

E. coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella

Conventional/TECRA/FDA BAM

Ch. 5, ISO 6888=1:1999

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

08.4 Frozen and Refrigerated

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

(Jan ’01)

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Doughs

Yeast Count Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

08.6 Coated or Filled, Dried

Shelf-Stable Biscuits

Coliform Count

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13)

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

09.0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

Jan ’01)

Yeast Count Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4

(Feb ’13)

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish

and Cold-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

(Jan ’01)

E. coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13)

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

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V. parahaemolyticus detection

Conventional Method/

FDA BAM Ch 2

11.2 Pre- Cooked Breaded

Fish

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

E. coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13)

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

11.3 Frozen Raw Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

E. coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13)

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

V. parahaemolyticus detection

Conventional Method/

FDA BAM Ch 2

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

(Jan ’01)

E. coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13)

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

V. parahaemolyticus detection

Conventional Method/

FDA BAM Ch 2

11.5 Cooked, Chilled &

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

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Frozen Crabmeat

E. coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13)

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

V. parahaemolyticus detection Conventional Method/

FDA BAM Ch 2

11.6 Fresh & Frozen Bivalve

Molluscs

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

(Jan ’01)

E. coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13)

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

V. parahaemolyticus detection

Conventional Method/

FDA BAM Ch 2

12.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup and

Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

(Jan ’01)

Yeast Count Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

12.2 Yeast

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

12.3 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18/

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

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12.4 Spices (ready to eat) Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4

(Feb ’13)

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

12.5 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise, Thousand

Island, Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

Listeria monocytogenes

FDA BAM/TECRA

13. Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic

beverages (e.g Ready

to drink, softdrinks,

iced tea, energy

drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch18

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

13.2 Frozen Juice

Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate Method

FDA BAM Ch 18

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13.3 Powdered Beverages

(e.g. Iced tea,

powdered

juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

14. Food for Infants and Young Children

14.1 Powdered Infant

Formula with or

without added Lactic

acid producing

cultures (intended for

0 to 6 months)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

E.coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13

Enterobacteriaceae

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM

ISO 6888=1:1999

Salmonella

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

14.2 Follow-up Formula/

Milk Supplement

(Intended for infants 6

months on and for

young children 12-36

months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

E.coli

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13

Enterobacteriaceae

Pour Plate Method,FDA BAM

ISO 6888=1:1999

Salmonella

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

14.5 Dried and Instant

products requiring

reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

14.6 Dried products

requiring reconstitution

and boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3 (Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

Pour Plate/Petri Film,

FDA BAM Ch. 4 (Feb ’13)

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Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

Listeria monocytogenes

FDA BAM/TECRA

14.7 Cereal based foods

for infants

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM Ch 3

(Jan ’01)

Coliform Count

MPN, FDA BAM Ch 4

(Feb ’13)

Bacillus cereus

Pour Plate Method,

FDA BAM

Salmonella

ISO 6888=1:1999

Conventional Mtd,

FDA BAM Ch 12

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II. GOVERNMENT LABORATORIES

1. Department of Science and Technology – I

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : DMMMSU- MLU Campus,

San Fernando City, 2500, La Union

Telephone No. : (072) 242-4878

Fax No. : (072) 242-4878

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Ms. Anita A. Criste

Laboratory Head

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing and

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 28 March 2015

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

01.2 Whey and whey

products

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid Milk

(evaporated and

Cream

(UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized milk

01.6 Pasteurized cream

01.7 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

01.8 Cheese and cheese

products (Cottage

cheese, soft and

semi-soft cheese

01.9 Processed cheese

spread

01.10 All raw milk cheese

Moisture

Gravimetric/AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric/AOAC

Fat

Petroleum ether Extraction/AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl/AOAC

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds

05.1 Frozen vegetables

and fruits

05.2 Fermented fruits and

vegetables

Moisture

Gravimetric/AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric/AOAC

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05.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in

hermetically sealed

container

05.4 Dried vegetables

05.5 Coconut

(desiccated)

05.6 Nut and seed purees

and spreads (e.g.,

peanut butter)

05.7 Sun dried fruit

05.8 Jams, jellies,

marmalades and

fruit fillings for

pastries

05.9 Fruit preparations

( pulp, purees, fruit

toppings and

coconut milk)

Fat

Petroleum ether Extraction/AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl/AOAC

06.0 Egg and egg products

06.1 Pasteurized egg

products (liquid,

frozen or dried)

Moisture

Gravimetric/AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric/AOAC

Fat

Petroleum ether Extraction/AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl/AOAC

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

07.5 Flour, corn meal,

corn grits, semolina

07.7 Soy protein

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles (e.g. rice

paper, rice

vermicelli, soybean

pastas and noodles)

07.10 Starch

07.11 Cereal and starch

based desserts (e.g.,

rice pudding,

tapioca pudding)

07.12 Batters (e.g., for

breading or batters

for fish or poultry

Moisture

Gravimetric/AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric/AOAC

Fat

Petroleum ether Extraction/AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl/AOAC

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08.0 Bakery Products

08.3 Breads and rolls

08.4 Crackers, excluding

sweet crackers

Moisture

Gravimetric/AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric/AOAC

Fat

Petroleum ether Extraction/AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl/AOAC

09.0 Ready-to-eat savouries

09.1 Snacks foods -

potato, cereal, flour

or starch based

Moisture Gravimetric/AOAC

Ash Gravimetric/AOAC

Fat

Petroleum ether Extraction/AOAC

Protein Kjeldahl/AOAC

11.0 Fish and fish products, including molluscs, crustaceans, and Echinoderms

11.1 Processed fish and fish

products, including

molluscs, crustaceans,

and echinoderms

11.1.4 Cooked and/or fried

fish and fish products,

including molluscs,

crustaceans, and

echinoderms

11.3 Fully preserved,

including canned or

fermented fish

and fish products,

including molluscs,

crustaceans, and

echinoderms

11.3.1 Smoked, dried,

canned or

fermented,

and/or salted

Moisture

Gravimetric/AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric/AOAC

Fat

Petroleum ether Extraction/AOAC

Protein Kjeldahl/AOAC

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

01.2 Sweetened

condensed milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

01.4 Pasteurized milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

01.5 Pasteurized cream

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

01.7 Cheese and cheese

products; e.g.

Cottage Cheese,

soft and semi-soft

cheese (moisture >

39%, pH > 5)

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

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01.8 Processed cheese

spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds

05.5 Coconut

(desiccated)

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

Yeast and Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

Yeast and Yeast like fungi

Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

07.5 Flour, corn meal,

corn grits, semolina

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Yeast and Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

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08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen bakery

products (ready to

eat) with low acid or

high aw fillings or

toppings

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

S. aureus (coagulase +)

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Spread Plate Method US FDA

BAM

08.2 Frozen bakery

products (to be

cooked) with low

acid or high aw

fillings or toppings

(e.g. meat pies and

pizzas)

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Spread Plate Method US FDA

BAM

08.3 Frozen and

refrigerated dough

(Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

Yeast and Yeast like fungi

Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

S. aureus (coagulase +)

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Spread Plate Method US FDA

BAM

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08.4 Frozen and

refrigerated dough

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

Yeast and Yeast like fungi

Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

S. aureus (coagulase +)

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Spread Plate Method US FDA

BAM

08.5 Baked Goods

(microbiologically

sensitive types e.g.

containing eggs and

dairy products)

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Yeast and Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

S. aureus (coagulase +)

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Spread Plate Method US FDA

BAM

08.6 Coated or Filled,

Dried Shelf-Stable

Biscuits

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

11.0 Fish and fish products

11.1 Fresh Frozen Fish and

Cold Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

S.aureus (coagulase +)

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Spread Plate Method US FDA

BAM

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11.2 Pre-cooked Breaded

and Fish

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

S.aureus (coagulase +)

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Spread Plate Method US FDA

BAM

12.0 Spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

12.3 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

12.4 Spices (ready to

eat)

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

Salmonella

Enrichment Serology and

Selective Plating Method/

Merck Microbiological Method

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Spread Plate Method US FDA

BAM

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic (e.g.

Ready to drink soft

drinks, iced tea,

energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Yeast and Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

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13.2 Frozen juice

concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Yeast and Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

13.3 Powdered

beverages (Juices)

Aerobic Plate Count

Conventional Plate Count- Pour

Plate Method US FDA BAM

Online 2001

Yeast and Mold Count

Food Dilution Plating Technique/

Pour Plate Method US FDA BAM

IV. Water

1.0 Bottled Water

Heterotrophic

Plate count

Pour Plate, SMEWW Method

9215

Coliform Count

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,/ SMEWW Method

9221B, 9221E, 9223

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2. Department of Science and Technology – II

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : Nursery Compound, Tuguegarao City,

Cagayan

Telephone No.

Mibile No. : (078) 304-8654 (078) 846-7241

(0926)1155249

Fax No. : (078) 846-7241

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Sylvia Lacambra

Laboratory Head

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing and

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 18 December 2014

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

01.2 Whey and whey

products

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid Milk

(evaporated and

Cream

(UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized milk

01.6 Pasteurized cream

01.7 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

01.8 Cheese and

cheese products

(Cottage cheese,

soft and semi-soft

cheese

01.9 Processed cheese

spread

01.10 All raw milk cheese

Moisture

Ash

Fat

Protein

AOAC

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds

05.1 Frozen vegetables

and fruits

05.2 Fermented fruits

and vegetables

05.3 Fruits and

vegetable products

in hermetically

Moisture

Ash

Fat

AOAC

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sealed container

05.4 Dried vegetables

05.5 Coconut

(desiccated)

05.6 Nut and seed

purees and spreads

(e.g., peanut

butter)

05.7 Sun dried fruit

05.8 Jams, jellies,

marmalades and

fruit fillings for

pastries

05.9 Fruit preparations (

pulp, purees, fruit

toppings and coconut

milk)

Protein

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

07.2 Cereal/cereal

grains

07.5 Flour, corn meal,

corn grits, semolina

07.7 Soy protein

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles (e.g. rice

paper,

rice vermicelli,

soybean

pastas and

noodles)

Moisture

Ash

Fat

Protein

AOAC

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.4 Pasteurized milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online

13.0 Beverages

13.2 Frozen juice

concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online

13.3 Powdered

beverages (Juices)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online

IV. Water

1.0 Bottled Water

Heterotrophic

Plate count

Pour Plate Method

SMEWW 2005

Coliform Count

Standard, Coliform Multiple

Tube (MPN) Test

SMEWW 2005

E. coli

Standard, Coliform Multiple

Tube (MPN) Test

SMEWW 2005

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3. Department of Science and Technology – III

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : Diosdado Macapagal Gov. Center,

Maimpis,

City of San Fernando Pampanga 2000

Telephone No. : (045) 455-0800, (045) 455-0554

Fax No. : (045) 455-0800

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Diana Cecilia Estrella

Technical Manager, Chemistry Laboratory

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing and

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 11 March 2019

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

01.4 Liquid Milk

(evaporated

and Cream

(UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized Milk

01.6 Pasteurized Cream

01.7 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

01.8 Milk and buttermilk

01.9 Cheese and

cheese products

(cottage cheese,

soft and semi-

soft cheese)

01.10 Processed cheese

spread

Ash

Gravimetric,

AOAC

Moisture

Oven,

AOAC

Fat

Soxhlet/Solvent Extraction with

Acid Hydrolysis, AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl,

AOAC

Energy

Carbihydrates

By computation/ Philippine

Food Composition tables by

FNRI-DOST, 1997

pH

Total Solids

Sodium

AOAC

03.0 Edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet

03.1 Ice cream and

sherbet

03.2 Ice cream with

added

Ingredients

pH

Fat

Total Solids

AOAC

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04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa powder

04.2 Chocolate

products;

chocolate

confectioneries

04.3 Sugar

confectioneries

(hard and soft

candy)

04.5 Decorations

toppings,

(non-fruit) and

sweet

sauces

Ash

Gravimetric,AOAC

Moisture

Oven, AOAC

Fat

Soxhlet/Solvent

Extraction with Acid

Hydrolysis, AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl, AOAC

Energy Carbohydrates By computation/ Philippine

Food Composition tables by

FNRI-DOST, 1997

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds

05.2 Fermented fruits and

vegetables

05.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in

hermetically

sealed container

05.4 Dried fruits and

vegetables,

seaweeds,

nuts and seeds

05.6 Nut and seed purees

and

spreads (e.g.,

peanut

butter)

05.7 Jams, jellies,

marmalades

and fruit fillings for

pastries

05.8 Fruit preparations

(pulp,

purees, fruit toppings

and

coconut milk)

Ash

Gravimetric, AOAC

Moisture

Oven, AOAC

Fat

Soxhlet/Solvent Extraction with

Acid Hydrolysis, AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl, AOAC

Energy Carbohydrates

By computation/ Philippine

Food Composition tables by

FNRI-DOST, 1997

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.4 Soya flours

concentrates

and isolates

07.5 Flour, corn meal,

corn

Ash

Gravimetric, AOAC

Moisture

Oven, AOAC

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grits, semolina

07.7 Soy protein

07.8 Tofu

07.9 Pasta products and

Noodles

07.10 Starch

07.11 Cereal and

starched

based desserts (e.g

rice

pudding, tapioca

pudding)

07.12 Batters (e.g for

breading

or batters for fish or

poultry)

Fat

Soxhlet/Solvent Extraction with

Acid Hydrolysis, AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl, AOAC

Energy

Carbohydrates

By computation/ Philippine

Food Composition tables by

FNRI-DOST, 1997

08.0 Bakery Products

08.3 Breads and rolls

08.4 Crackers, excluding

sweet

crackers

08.5 Cakes, cookies and

pies,

Doughnuts

08.6 Other ordinary

bakery

products (e.g

bagels, pita,

English muffins)

08.7 Steamed breads

and buns

Ash

Gravimetric, AOAC

Moisture

Oven, AOAC

Fat

Soxhlet/Solvent Extraction with

Acid Hydrolysis, AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl, AOAC

Energy Carbohydrates

By computation/ Philippine

Food Composition tables by

FNRI-DOST, 1997

11.0 Fish and fish products, including molluscs,crustaceans, and echinoderms

11.2 Semi-preserved fish

and fish

products, including

molluscs,

crustaceans, and

echinoderms

11.2.4 Semi-preserved

fish and fish

products, including

molluscs,

crustaceans and

echinoderms(e.g.,

fish paste)

Ash

Gravimetric, AOAC

Moisture

Oven, AOAC

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12.0 Salts, spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

12. 2 Herbs, spices,

seasonings,

and condiments

(e.g.

seasoning for instant

noodles)

12.3 Vinegars

12.4 Mustards

Moisture

pH

Acidity

AOAC

12.6 Sauces and like

products

12.6.1 Emulsified sauces

and dips (e.g

Mayonnaise,

salad dressing,

onion dip)

12.6.2 Non-emulsified

sauces

(e.g ketchup,

cheese sauce,

cream sauce,

brown gravy)

15.0 Sweeteners, including honey

15.1 Refined and raw

sugars

15.2 Brown sugar

15.3 Honey

Moisture

Ash

AOAC

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference 01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate, BAM Online

01.2 Sweetened

Condensed Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

01.4 Pasteurized milk Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count Chromocult, Rapid Method

01.5 Pasteurized cream Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count Chromocult, Rapid Method

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented Milk

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

S. aureus

(coagulase +) Petrifilm, Rapid Method

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

Products

e.g Cottage Cheese;

Soft and Semi-soft

cheese

S.aureus

(coagulase +) Petrifilm, Rapid Method

01.8 Processed Cheese

Spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

S. aureus

(coagulase +) Petrifilm, Rapid Method

01.9 All Raw Milk Cheese;

Raw Milk Un-ripened

cheese with

moisture>50%,

pH>5.0

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

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02.0 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or

milk products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

02.3 Margarine Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

03.0 Edible Ices, including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream & Sherbet

(plain and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

S. aureus

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

03.2 Ice Cream with

added ingredients

(nuts, fruits, cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

S. aureus

Chromocult, Rapid Method

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

03.3 Flavored Ice

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

04.0 Confectioners

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

04.2 Chocolate Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries

(chocolate bars,

blocks, bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

04.4 Sugar

Confectionaries

(Hard and soft

candies, toffees,

caramel, fondants,

creams, nougats

and pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

05.0 Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.2 Fermented

Vegetables

Ready to Eat

(e.g. Kimchi)

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

05.7 Sun Dried Fruits

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

06.0 Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg

Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

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07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast Count

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

07.2 Cereals/Cereal Grains

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast Count

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

07.4 Soya Flours,

Concentrates and

Isolates

Mold Count Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

07.5 Flour, Corn meal, Corn

grits, Semolina

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Molds Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

07.7 Soy Protein

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

07.8 Tofu S.aureus

(coagulase +) PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

07.9 Pasta Products and

Noodles Uncooked

(wet and dry)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

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07.10 Starch

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate MethodBAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count

,

Spread Plate Method BAM

Online

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen Bakery

products

(ready to eat) with

low- acid or high aw

fillings or toppings

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

08.2 Frozen Bakery

Products (to be

cooked) with low -

acid or high aw fillings

or toppings

(e.g. Meat pies, pizzas)

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

08.3 Frozen and

Refrigerated

Doughs

(Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

08.4 Frozen and

Refrigerated

Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

08.5 Baked Goods Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

S.aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

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09.0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count Chromocult, Rapid Method

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen

Fish and Cold-

Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

11.2 Pre-Cooked

Breaded Fish

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

11.3 Frozen Raw

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

11.5 Cooked, Chilled

and Frozen

Crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.6 Fresh and Frozen

Bivalve Molluscs

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

12.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup

and Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

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12.3 Spices Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Molds Count

Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

12.4 Spices (ready to eat) Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

S.aureus

(coagulase +)

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

12.5 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise,

Thousand Island,

Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic

beverages (e.g.

Ready to drink

softdrinks, iced tea,

energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

13.2 Frozen Juice

Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Spread Plate Method

BAM Online

13.3 Powdered

Beverages (e.g.

Iced tea, powdered

juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

14.0 Food for Infants and Young Children

14.1Powdered Infant

Formula with or

without added

Lactic acid

producing cultures

(intended for 0 to 6

months)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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14.2 Follow-up Formula/

Milk Supplement

(Intended for infants

6 months on and for

young children 12-36

months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

14.5 Dried and Instant

products requiring

reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

14.6 Dried products

requiring

reconstitution and

boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

14.7 Cereal based foods for

infants

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

IV. Water 1.0 Bottled Water

Heterotrophic Plate Count

Coliform

E.coli

Pour Plate Method, SMEWW

SMEWW

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4. Department of Science and Technology – IVA (CALABARZON)

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : S & T Complex, Jamboree Road, Timugan,

Los Baños Laguna

Telephone No. : (049) 536-4390

Fax No. : (049) 536-4390

E-mail : [email protected]

[email protected]

Contact Person : Agnes Morales

Technical Manager, Chemistry Laboratory

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing

Validaity: 28 August 2014

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 28 December 2018

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference 1.0 Milk and Dairy products

1.1 Milk powder and

cream

powder

1.2 Whey and whey

products

1.5 Pasteurized milk

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Sodium (Na)

AOAC

AAS

7.0 Cereal and cereal products

7.1 Breakfast cereals

7.2 Cereals/cereal grain

7.4 Soya flour,

concentrates and

Isolates

7.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits,

Semolina

7.9 Pasta products and

noodles

Uncooked

7.10 Starch

Protein

Ash

Moisture

Sodium(Na)

AOAC

AAS

8.0 Bakery products

8.3 Breads and rolls

8.5 Cakes, cookies and

pies,

Doughnuts

8.6 Other ordinary bakery

products

Protein

Ash

Moisture

Sodium(Na)

AOAC

AAS

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9.0 Ready-to-eat savouries

9.1 Snack foods-potato,

cereal,flour or starch-

based

Protein

Ash Content

Moisture Content

Sodium(Na)

AOAC

AAS

10.0 Meat and meat products

10.1 Meat products in

hermitically sealed

container

Protein

Ash Content

Sodium (Na)

AOAC

AAS

11.0 Fish and fish products, including mollusks, crustaceans and Echinoderms

11.1 Processed fish and

fish products

including mollusks,

crustaceans and

echinoderms

Protein

Ash Content

AOAC

12.0 Salts, spices, soups, sauces, salads, and protein products

12.2 Herbs, spices,

seasonings, and

condiments

12.6 Sauces and like

products

12.6.2 Non-emulsified

sauces

12.6.3 Mixes for sauces

and gravies

12.6.4 Clear sauces

12.7 Salad and sandwich

spreads excluding

cocoa- and nut-

based spreads of

food categories

Ash Content

Sodium (Na)

AOAC

AAS

13.0 Foodstuffs intended for particular nutritional use

13.5 Dietetic Foods

13.6 Food Supplements

Moisture Content

Ash Content

AOAC

15.0 Sweeteners

15.1 Refined and raw

sugar

15.2 Brown sugar

15.3 Honey

Ash Content

Sodium(Na)

AOAC

AAS

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference 1.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method BAM Online

2001

Salmonella

Conventional Method

BAM Online

01.2 Sweetened

Condensed Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

01.4 Pasteurized milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella

Conventional Method

BAM Online

01.5 Pasteurized cream

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella

Conventional Method

BAM Online

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

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Products; e.g.

Cottage Cheese;

Soft and semi-soft

cheese

Online

01.8 Processed Cheese

Spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

01.9 All Raw Milk Cheese;

Raw Milk Un-ripened

cheese with moisture

>50%, pH >5.0

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

02.0 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or

milk products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

03.0 Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1Ice Cream & Sherbet

(plain and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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Coliform Count

Chromocult, Rapid Method

S.aureus

Petrifilm, Rapid Method

03.2 Ice Cream with

added ingredients

(nuts, fruits, cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

03.3 Flavored Ice

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

04.2 Chocolate Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella Conventional Method, BAM

Online

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries(choc

olate bars, blocks,

bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

04.4 Sugar Confectionaries

(Hard and soft

candies, toffees,

caramel, fondants,

creams,

nougats and pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

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05.0 Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.2 Fermented

Vegetables, Ready

to Eat (e.g. Kimchi)

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella Conventional Method, BAM

Online

05.6 Peanut Butter and

other Nut Butters

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

05.7 Sun Dried Fruits

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

06.0 Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg

Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella Conventional Method, BAM

Online

07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

07.2 Cereals/Cereal Grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

07.4 Soya Flours,

Concentrates and

Isolates

Mold Count

Salmonella

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

07.5 Flour, Corn meal, Corn

grits, Semolina

Yeast Count Molds Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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Coliform

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

07.7 Soy Protein

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella Conventional Method, BAM

Online

07.9 Pasta Products and

Noodles Uncooked

(wet and dry)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

07.10 Starch

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method BAM Online,

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella Conventional Method, BAM

Online

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen Bakery

products(ready to eat)

with low- acid or high

aw fillings or toppings

Salmonella Conventional Method, BAM

Online

08.2 Frozen Bakery Products

(to be cooked) with

low - acid or high aw

fillings or toppings

(e.g. Meat pies, pizzas)

Salmonella Conventional Method, BAM

Online

08.3 Frozen and

Refrigerated

Doughs (Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella Conventional Method, BAM

Online

08.4 Frozen and

Refrigerated Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count

Spread Plate Method, BAM

Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

09.0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish

and Cold-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

11.2 Pre-Cooked Breaded

Fish

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

11.3 Frozen Raw

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

11.5 Cooked, Chilled and

Frozen Crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.6 Fresh and Frozen

Bivalve Molluscs

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

12.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup

and Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Chromogenic Agar,

Rapid Method

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

12.3 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Molds Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

12.4 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

12.5 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise,

Thousand Island,

Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic

beverages

(canned/bottled fruit

and vegetable juices,

energy drinks and

particulated drinks,

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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carbonated and non-

carbonated water-

based flavoured drinks

and concentrates

(liquid or solid for water-

based flavoured drinks)

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

13.2 Frozen Juice

Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

13.3 Powdered Beverages

(e.g. Iced tea,

powdered juice/ mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Method

14.0 Food for Infants and Young Children

14.1 Powdered Infant

Formula with or without

added Lactic acid

producing cultures

(intended for 0 to 6

months)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

14.2 Follow-up Formula/ Milk

Supplement (Intended

for infants 6 months on

and for young children

12-36 months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

14.5 Dried and Instant

products requiring

reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

14.6 Dried products

requiring reconstitution

and boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

Chromogenic Agar, Rapid

Methods

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

14.7 Cereal based foods

for infants

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella Conventional Method, BAM

Online

IV. Water

1.0 Bottled Water

Heterotrophic Plate Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method, SMEWW

SMEWW

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5. Department of Science and Technology – V

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : Regional Center Site, Rawis, Legazpi City

Telephone No. : (052) 482-0376; 105 loc. 113

Fax No. : (052) 820-5039

E-mail : [email protected]

[email protected]

Contact Person : Christopher G. Millena

Laboratory Head

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing and

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 17 May 2015

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods 04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa powder

04.2 Chocolate products;

Chocolate

confectioneries

04.3 Sugar confectioneries

(hard and soft candy,

nougats, etc.

Moisture

Air Oven Method/ AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric Method/

AOAC

Fat

Soxhlet Method/ AOAC

Protein Kjeldahl Method/AOAC

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds

05.2 Fermented fruits and

Vegetables

05.3 Fruits and vegetable

products inhermetically

sealed container

05.4 Dried vegetables

05.5 Coconut (dessicated)

05.6 Nut and seed purees

and spreads (e.g.,

peanut butter)

05.7 Sundried fruit

05.8 Jams, jellies

marmalades and fruit

fillings pastries

05.9 Fruit preparations

(pulp,purees, fruit

toppings and coconut

milk)

Moisture

Air Oven Method/ AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC

Fat Soxhlet Method/

AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl Method/ AOAC

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06.0 Egg and egg products

06.1 Egg products

06.1.1 Liquid egg products

06.1.2 Frozen egg products

06.1.3 Dried and/or heat

coagulated egg

products

06.2 Preserved eggs,

including alkaline,

salted, and canned

eggs

06.3 Egg-based desserts

(e.g. custard)

Moisture

Air Oven Method/ AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC

Fat

Soxhlet Method/AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl Method/ AOAC

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles

Moisture

Air Oven Method /AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC

Fat

Soxhlet Method/AOAC

Protein Kjeldahl Method/ AOAC

09.0 Ready-to-eat savouries

09.1 Snacks foods- potato,

cereal, flour or starch

based

Moisture

Air Oven Method /AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC

Fat

Soxhlet Method/

AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl Method/ AOAC

11.0 Fish and fish products, including mollusks, crustaceans, and echinoderms

11.1 Processed fish and fish

products

11.2 Semi-preserved fish

and fish

products

11.3 Fully preserved fish

and fish

products

Moisture

Air Oven Method /AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC

Fat

Soxhlet Method/AOAC

Protein Kjeldahl Method/ AOAC

12.0 Salts, spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

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12.2 Herbs, spices, seasoning

and condiments

Moisture

Air Oven Method /AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC

Fat Soxhlet Method/AOAC

Protein

Kjeldahl Method/ AOAC

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic ( Bottled

water)

pH

Conductivity

Turbidity

Total Dissolved Solids

SMEWW Method

15.0 Sweeteners, including honey

15.1 Refined and raw sugars

15.2 Brown sugar

15.3 Honey

Moisture

Air Oven Method /AOAC

Ash

Gravimetric Method/ AOAC

Fat

Soxhlet Method/AOAC

Protein Kjeldahl Method/ AOAC

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method , BAM Online

2001

01.2 Sweetened

Condensed Milk

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

01.4 Pasteurized milk Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

01.5 Pasteurized cream Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented

milk

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

Products; e.g. Cottage

Cheese; Soft and semi-

soft

cheese

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

01.8 Processed Cheese

Spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

02.0 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

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02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or

milk products

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

03.0 Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream & Sherbet

(plain and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

03.2 Ice Cream with

added ingredients

(nuts, fruits,

cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

03.3 Flavored Ice

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

04.2 Chocolate Products Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Molds Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries

(chocolate bars,

blocks, bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate, BAM Online

Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

04.4 Sugar Confectionaries

(Hard and soft

candies, toffees,

caramel, fondants,

creams, nougats and

pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

05.0 Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.1 Fermented

Vegetables,

Yeast and Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

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Ready to Eat (e.g.

Kimchi)

05.7 Sun Dried Fruits

Yeast and Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

06.0 Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg

Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

07.2 Cereals/Cereal Grains Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

07.4 Soya Flours,

Concentrates

and Isolates

Molds Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

07.5 Flour, Corn meal, Corn

grits, Semolina

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

07.7 Soy Protein Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

07.9 Pasta Products and

Noodles

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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Uncooked (wet and

dry)

Yeast and Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

07.10 Starch Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

08.0 Bakery Products

08.3 Frozen and

Refrigerated Doughs

(Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

08.4 Frozen and

Refrigerated

Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

09. 0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

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Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish

and Cold-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.2 Pre-Cooked Breaded

Fish Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.3 Frozen Raw

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.5 Cooked, Chilled and

Frozen Crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.6 Fresh and Frozen

Bivalve Molluscs

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

12.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup and

Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

12.2 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

12.3 Spices (ready to eat) Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

12.4 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise, Thousand

Island, Ranch, French

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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beverages (e.g. Ready

to drink softdrinks, iced

tea, energy drinks)

Yeast and Mold Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

13.2 Frozen Juice

Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

13.3 Powdered Beverages

(e.g. Iced tea,

powdered juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

14.0 Food for Infants and Young Children

14.1 Powdered Infant

Formula with or

without added Lactic

acid producing

cultures (intended for

0 to 6 months)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

14.2 Follow-up Formula/

Milk Supplement

(Intended for infants 6

months on and for

young children 12-36

months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

14.5 Dried and Instant

products requiring

reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

14.6 Dried products

requiring reconstitution

and boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

PetrifilmTM, Rapid Method

14.7 Cereal based foods for

infants

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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6. Department of Science and Technology – VI

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : Magsaysay Village, La Paz, Iloilo City

Telephone No. : (033) 320-0093

Fax No. : (033) 320-0908

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Evelyn Taberna

Laboratory Head

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing

Validity: 21 October 2018

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 17 July 2015

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream

powder

Protein

AOAC 991.20

Moisture

PT Procedure,

AOAC 930.15

Ash AOAC 945.46, AOAC 930.30

04.0 Confectioneries

04.2 Chocolate products;

chocolate

confectioneries

04.3 Sugar confectioneries

(hard and soft candy,

nougats, etc.)

Protein

AOAC 920.176

Moisture AOAC 925.45B

Ash

AOAC 900.02

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

07.7 Soy protein

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles (e.g. rice

paper, rice vermicelli,

soybean pastas and

noodles

Protein

AOAC 984.13

Moisture

PT Procedure, AOAC 930.15

Ash

Direct Method, AOAC 9234.03

08.0 Bakery Products

08.3 Breads and rolls

08.4 Crackers, excluding

sweet crackers

Protein

Moisture

AOAC 984.13

PT Procedure,

AOAC 930.15

As Direct Method, AOAC 9234.03

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15.0 Sweeteners, including honey

15.2 Brown sugar

15.3 Honey

Protein

AOAC 920.176

Moisture AOAC 925.45B

Ash

AOAC 900.02

Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream

powder

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

01.2 Sweetened

Condensed Milk

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Yeast and Mold Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

01.4 Pasteurized milk

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

01.5 Pasteurized cream

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

Products e.g. Cottage;

Cheese; Soft and semi-soft

cheese

Coliform Count

E.coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

01.8 Processed Cheese

Spread

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

02.0 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or

milk products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

E.coli Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

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Yeast and Molds Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Fecal Coliform Count Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

03.0 Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream & Sherbet

(plain and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

03.2 Ice Cream with added

ingredients (nuts, fruits,

cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

03.3 Flavored Ice ( ie.ice

candy)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Coliform Count Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Coliform Count Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

04.2 Chocolate Products

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Coliform Count Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries

(chocolate bars,

blocks, bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

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Coliform Count Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

04.4 Sugar Confectionaries

(Hard and soft,

candies, toffees,

caramel, fondants,

creams, nougats and

pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Coliform Count Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001Method

05.0 Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.1 Frozen Vegetables &

fruits (pH >4.5)

E. coli Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001Method

05.2 Fermented

Vegetables, Ready to

Eat (e.g. Kimchi)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM On Line

Coliform Count Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

05.4 Dried Vegetables

E.coli Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

05.7 Sun Dried Fruits

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

E.coli Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

06.0 Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg

Products (liquid frozen,

dried)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count(for

dr

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast Count Mold Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

07.2 Cereals/Cereal grains

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

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Yeast and Molds Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

E.coli Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online

07.3 Cultured seeds and

grains (e.g. bean

sprout, alfalfa, etc)

E. coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001Method

07.4 Soya Flours,

Concentrates and

Isolates

Molds Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

07.5 Flour, Corn meal, Corn

grits, Semolina

Yeast Count Molds

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

07.7 Soy Protein

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

E.coli Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001Method

07.8 Tofu E.coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001Method

07.9 Pasta Products and

Noodles Uncooked

(wet and dry)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

07.10 Starch

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

08.0 Bakery Products

08.3 Frozen and

Refrigerated Doughs

(Chemically leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

E. coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001Method

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08.4 Frozen and

Refrigerated Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

08.6 Coated or Filled, Dried

Shelf- Stable Biscuits

Coliform Count Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001Method

09.0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish

and Cold-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

E. coli Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.2 Pre- Cooked Breaded

Fish

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Coliform Count Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.3 Frozen Raw

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

E. coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

E. coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.5 Cooked, Chilled &

Frozen Crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

E. coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

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11.6 Fresh & Frozen Bivalve

Molluscs

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

E. coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

12.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup

and Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

12.3 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

12.4 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

12.5 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise Thousand

Island, Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic

beverages

(e.g Ready to drink,

softdrinks, iced tea,

energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

13.2 Frozen Juice

Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Yeast and Molds Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

13.3 Powdered Beverages

(e.g. Iced tea,

powdered juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

14.0 Food for Infants and Young Children

14.1 Powdered Infant Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

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Formula with or without

added Lactic acid

producing cultures

(intended for 0 to 6

months)

Coliform Count

E.coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

14.2 Follow-up Formula/ Milk

Supplement (Intended

for infants 6 months on

and for young children

12-36 months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Coliform Count

E.coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

14.5 Dried and Instant

products requiring

reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Coliform Count

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

14.6 Dried products requiring

reconstitution and

boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

14.7 Cereal based foods for

infants

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Coliform Count

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

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7. Department of Science and Technology – VII

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : S & T Complex, Sudlon, Lahug, Cebu City

Telephone No. : (032) 254-7051

Fax No. : (032) 254-7049

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Roberto Edra

Laboratory Head

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing and

Microbiological Testing

30 June 2018

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Food 05.0 Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds 05.1 Frozen vegetables

and fruits

05.2 Fermented fruits

vegetables

05.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in

hermetically sealed

container

05.4 Dried fruits and

vegetables,

seaweeds , nuts and

seedfs

05.7 Jams, jellies,

marmalades

and fruit fillings for

pastries

05.8 Fruit preparations (

pulp, purees, fruit

toppings and

coconut milk)

Ash

NMKL Method No. 6, 4th Ed. 2003

Protein

NMKL Method No. 173, 2002

Sodium(Na)

Potassium(K)

Calcium(Ca)

In-house method C-SOP-3-112

11.0 Fish and fish products, including molluscs, crustaceans, and echinoderms

11.1 Processed fish and fish

products, including

molluscs, crustaceans,

and echinoderms

11.2 Semi-preserved fish

and fish products,

including molluscs,

crustaceans, and

echinoderms

11.3 Fully preserved,

including canned or

fermented fish

and fish products,

including molluscs

crustaceans, and

echinoderms

Ash

NMKL Method No. 6, 4th Ed. 2003

Protein

NMKL Method No. 173, 2002

Sodium(Na)

Potassium(K)

Calcium(Ca)

In-house method C-SOP-3-112

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods 01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream

powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chater 17, Method 990.12

Salmonella detection Food, Presence-Absence Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

03.0 Edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet

03.1 Ice cream and sherbet

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chater 17, Method 990.12

Coliform Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

S. aureus count

Food, Surface Plating Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

Salmonella detection

Food, Presence-Absence Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

03.2 Ice cream with added

ingredients

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chater 17, Method 990.12

Coliform Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

S. aureus count

Food, Surface Plating Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

Salmonella detection

Food, Presence-Absence Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

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05.0 Fruits, vegetables and nuts

05.5 Coconut Desiccated

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chater 17, Method 990.12

Yeast and Mold Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, April 2001, Chater 18

Coliform Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

E.coli count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

Salmonella detection

Food, Presence-Absence Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chater 17, Method 990.12

Yeast and Mold Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, April 2001, Chater 18

Coliform Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

E.coli count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

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Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 990.12

Yeast and Mold Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, April 2001, Chapter 18

Coliform Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

E.coli count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, Semolina

Coliform Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

Mold Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, April 2001, Chapter 18

Yeast and Yeast like fungi

Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, April 2001, Chapter 18

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen bakery products

(ready to eat) with low

acid or high aw fillings

or toppings

S. aureus count

Salmonella detection

Food, Surface Plating Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

Food, Presence-Absence Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

08.2 Frozen bakery products

(to be cooked) with

low acid or high

aw fillings or toppings

(e.g. meat pies and

pizzas)

S. aureus count

Salmonella detection

Food, Surface Plating Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

Food, Presence-Absence Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

08.3 Frozen and refrigerated

dough (Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 990.12

Mold Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, April 2001, Chapter 18

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Yeast and Yeast like

fungi

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, April 2001, Chapter 18

Coliform Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

E.coli count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

S. aureus count

Food, Surface Plating Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

Salmonella detection

Food, Presence-Absence Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

11.0 Fish and fish products

11.1 Fresh frozen fish and

cold-smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chater 17, Method 990.12

E.coli Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

S. aureus Count

Food, Surface Plating Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

Salmonella detection

Food, Presence-Absence Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

11.2 Pre-cooked breaded

and fish

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chater 17, Method 990.12

E.coli count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

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Chapter 17, Method 991.14

S. aureus count

Food, Surface Plating Method/

BAM On-line, April 2003, Chapter 5

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic (e.g.

Ready to drink soft

drinks, iced tea,

energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 990.12

Yeast and Mold Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, April 2001, Chapter 18

Coliform Count

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

13. 3 Powdered

beverages(Juices)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method/ BAM On-line,

Jan. 2001, Chapter 3

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method/ AOAC 16th ed., 1995

Chater 17, Method 990.12

Coliform Count

Water, Standard Coliform Multiple

Tube (MPN) Test 908D/ SMEWW,

16th ed., Part 900-908A

Food, Pour Plate Method/ BAM

On-line, September 2002, Chapter

4

Food, Dry Dehydratable Film

Method /AOAC, 16th ed., 1995

Chapter 17, Method 991.14

IV. Water

1.0 Bottled Water

Heterotrophic Plate Count

E.coli count

Water, Pour Plate Method/

SMEWW, 16th ed. Part 900-907

Water, Standard Coliform Multiple

Tube (MPN) Test 908D/ SMEWW,

16th ed., Part 900-908A

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8. Department of Science and Technology – IX

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : Pettit Barracks, Zamboanga City

Telephone No. : ( 062) 991-1024

Fax No. : (062) 992-1114

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Rosemarie Salazar

Laboratory Head

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing and

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 03 May 2018

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods 11.0 Fish and fish products, including mollusks, crustaceans, and echinoderm

11.1 Processed fish and fish

products

11.2 Semi-preserved fish

and fish products

11.3 Fully preserved,

including canned or

fermented fish and

fish products

Protein Kjeldahl Block Digestion

pH

AOAC 16th Ed.,1997

Electrometric

AOAC 937.07

AOAC 981.12

Fat Soxtec (Soxhlet)

AOAC 16th Ed.,1997

Lead

Cadmium

Direct Flame AAS Method after

Microwave Digestion, AOAC

999.10

12.0 Salts, spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

12.6 Sauces and like

products

12.6.4 Clear sauces

(e.g. fish sauce)

12.9 Soybean-based

seasonings and

condiments

Moisture Content

Oven-drying, Vacuum-oven

AOAC 16th ed.,1997

Ash Content

Gravimetric (Furnace), AOAC

16th ed. 1997

13.0 Beverages

13.4 Coffee, coffee

substitutes tea herbal

infusions, and other

hot cereal and grain

beverages

Protein

Kjeldahl Block Digestion

AOAC 16th Ed.,1997

pH

Electrometric

AOAC 937.07

AOAC 981.12

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Fat

Soxtec (Soxhlet)

AOAC 16th Ed.,1997

Lead

Cadmium

Direct Flame AAS Method after

Microwave Digestion, AOAC

999.10

IV.Waters

01.0 Bottled Water

Total Hardness

Titrimetric (EDTA)

SMEWW Part 2340C

Calcium

Titrimetric (EDTA)

SMEWW Part 3500Ca B

Magnesium

By calculation

SMEWW Part 3500-Mg

pH Electrometric

SMEWW Part 4500-H+

Conductivity

Conductivity Cell

SMEWW Part 2510B

Chloride

Titrimetric (Argentometric SMEWW

Part 4500-Cl -

Total Dissolve Solids Gravimetric ,Dried@ 180°C

SMEWW Part 2540C

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

1.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream

powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method , BAM Online

2001

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

01.2 Sweetened

Condensed Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

01.4 Pasteurized milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

01.5 Pasteurized cream

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

Salmonella Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

Products; e.g.

Cottage Cheese; Soft

and semi-soft cheese

Coliform count

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

01.8 Processed Cheese

Spread

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

01.9 All Raw Milk Cheese;

Raw Milk Un-ripened

cheese with moisture

>50%, pH >5.0

Salmonella Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

02.0 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

02.2 Butter made from Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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unpasteurized milk or

milk products

E.coli MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Faecal Coliform MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

03.0 Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream & Sherbet

(plain and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

03.2 Ice Cream with added

ingredients (nuts, fruits,

cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

03.3 Flavored Ice

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Coliform count

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Coliform count

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

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04.2 Chocolate Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Coliform count

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries

(chocolate bars,

blocks,

bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Coliform count

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

04.4 Sugar

Confectionaries

(Hard and soft

candies toffees,

caramel, fondants,

creams, nougats and

pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Coliform count

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

05.0 Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.2 Fermented

Vegetables,

Ready to Eat (e.g.

Kimchi)

Yeast and Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Coliform count

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

05.4 Dried Vegetables

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

05.6 Peanut Butter and

other Nut Butters

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

05.7 Sun Dried Fruits

Yeast and Molds Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

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E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

06.0 Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized

Egg Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast & Yeast like Fungi

Count

Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

07.2 Cereals/Cereal Grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

07.4 Soya Flours,

Concentrates and

Isolates

Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

07.5 Flour, Corn meal, Corn

grits, Semolina

Yeast and Yeast like Fungi

Count

Molds Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

07.7 Soy Protein

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

07.9 Pasta Products and

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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Noodles Uncooked

(wet and dry)

Yeast and Mold Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

07.10 Starch

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen Bakery

products (ready to

eat) with low-acid or

high aw fillings or

toppings

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

08.2 Frozen Bakery

Products (to be

cooked) with low -

acid or high aw fillings

or toppings (e.g.

Meat pies, pizzas)

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

08.3 Frozen and

Refrigerated Doughs

(Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and yeast like Fungi

Count Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

08.4 Frozen and

Refrigerated Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Yeast like

Fungi Count Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

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08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Molds Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

09.0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast & Yeast like Fungi

Count Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish

and Cold-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

11.2 Pre-Cooked

Breaded Fish

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

11.3 Frozen Raw

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

11.5 Cooked, Chilled and

Frozen Crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

11.6 Fresh and Frozen

Bivalve Molluscs

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

12.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup

and Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

12.3 Spices Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Molds Count Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

12.4 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Mold Count

Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

12.5 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise,

Thousand Island,

Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count Dilution Plating Method, BAM

Online

Salmonella

Conventional Method, BAM

Online

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic

beverages

(e.g. Ready to drink

softdrinks, iced tea,

energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Dilution Plate Method Method,

BAM Online

13.2 Frozen Juice

Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Yeast and Mold Count

Dilution Plate Method Method,

BAM Online

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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13.3 Powdered Beverages

(e.g. Iced tea,

powdered

juice/mixes)

14.0 Food for Infants and Young Children

14.1 Powdered Infant

Formula with or

without added

Lactic acid

producing cultures

(intended for 0 to 6

months)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

14.2 Follow-up Formula/

Milk Supplement

(Intended for infants

6 months on and for

young children 12-36

months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

E.coli

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

14.5 Dried and Instant

products requiring

reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

14.6 Dried products

requiring

reconstitution and

boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

14.7 Cereal based foods

for infants

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

MPN Method, BAM Online

Salmonella

Oxoid Salmonella Rapid Test

IV. Water

1.0 Bottled Water

E.coli

SMEWW

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9. Department of Science and Technology – X

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : Jesus V. Seriña St.

Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City

Telephone No. : (088) 858 3931 to 33 loc. 26 (088) 850 2653

Fax No. : (088) 858-3931, (088) 850 2653

Contact Person : Engr. Romela N. Rantilla, DPA

Quality Manager

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing and

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 04 Mach 2018

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Ash

AOAC 942.05

AOAC 945.46,

AOAC 923.03

01.2 Whey and whey

products

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid milk

01.5 Pasteurized milk

01.6 Pasteurized cream

01.7 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

01.8 Cheese and cheese

products

01.9 Processed cheese

spread

01.10 All raw milk cheese

Fat

Automated Soxhlet Method/

Tecator and AOAC 936.15

Protein

Automated Kjeldahl Method/

Tecator and

AOAC 948.15

Moisture

Air Oven Method

AOAC 930.15, AOAC 945.03,

AOAC 925.23

AOAC 985.35

Calcium

Varian Flame Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry Analytical

Methods/ and Spectra A

Software 220 FS

AOAC 985.35

Iron

Varian Flame Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry Analytical

Methods/ and Spectra A

Software 220 FS AOAC 985.35

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Sodium

Varian Flame Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry Analytical

Methods/ and Spectra A

Software 220 FS

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

07.3 Cultured seeds and

grains

07.4 Soya flours

concentrates and

isolates

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

07.6 Frozen entrees

containing rice or corn

flour

07.7 Soy protein

07.8 Tofu

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles

07.10 Starch

07.11 Cereal and starch-

based desserts

07.12 Batters

Ash AOAC 942.05, AOAC 945.46,

AOAC 923.03

Fat

Automated Soxhlet Method/

Tecator and AOAC 936.15

Protein

Automated Kjeldahl Method/

Tecator and

AOAC 948.15

Moisture

Air Oven Method

AOAC 930.15, AOAC 945.03,

AOAC 925.23

AOAC 985.35

Calcium

Varian Flame Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry Analytical

Methods/ and Spectra A

Software 220 FS AOAC 985.35

Iron

Varian Flame Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry Analytical

Methods/ and Spectra A

Software 220 FS AOAC 985.35

Sodium

Varian Flame Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry Analytical

Methods/ and Spectra A

Software 220 FS

IV. Water

1.0 Bottled water

Calcium

SMEWW Method 3030F

Varian Flame Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry Analytical

Methods/ and Spectra A

Software 220 FS

SMEWW Method 3030F

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Iron

Varian Flame Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry Analytical

Methods/ and Spectra A

Software 220 FS

SMEWW Method 3030F

Sodium

Varian Flame Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry Analytical

Methods/ and Spectra A

Software 220 FS

SMEWW Method 3030F

Lead

Varian Flame Atomic Absorption

Spectrophotometry Analytical

Methods/ and Spectra A

Software 220 FS

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Salmonella

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

01.2 Sweetened condensed

milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

01.4 Pasteurized milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Salmonella

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

01.5 Pasteurized cream

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Fecal coliform Count

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

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Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

01.7 Cheese and cheese

products; e.g. Cottage

Cheese, soft and semi-

soft cheese (moisture >

39%, pH

> 5.0)

E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

01.8 Processed cheese

spread

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

01.9 All raw milk cheese;

raw milk unripened

cheese with

moisture > 50%, pH >

5.0

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

02.0 Fats and oils, and fat emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

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and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or

milk products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

03.0 Edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet

03.1 Ice cream and sherbet

(plain

and flavoured)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds

05.1 Frozen vegetables

and fruits

(pH > 4.5)

E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

05.4 Dried vegetables E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

05.5 Coconut (desiccated)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Yeast and Mold Count Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

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E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Salmonella Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

05.6 Peanut Butter & other

Nut Butters

Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

05.7 Sun dried fruit

Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

E. coli MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

Mold Count

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

07.4 Soya flour

concentrates and

isolates

Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Salmonella Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn,

grits, semolina

Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

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08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen bakery

products (ready to

eat) with low acid

or high aw fillings or

toppings

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

08.2 Frozen bakery

products(to be

cooked) with low acid

or high

aw fillings or

toppings(e.g.

meat pies and pizzas)

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

08.3 Frozen and refrigerated

dough (Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

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Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

08.4 Frozen and

refrigerated dough

Aerobic Plate Count

Mold Count

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi

Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

08.5 Baked Goods

(microbiologically

sensitive types e.g.

containing eggs and

dairy products)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

11.0 Fish and fish products

11.1 Fresh Frozen Fish and

Cold-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

E .coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

11.2 Pre-cooked Breaded

and Fish

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

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E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

11.3 Frozen raw

crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

11.4 Frozen cooked

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

11.5 Cooked, chilled and

frozen crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

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E. coli MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

11.6 Fresh and frozen

bivalve molluscs

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

12.0 Spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

12.3 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

12.4 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

S. aureus

(coagulase +)

Coagulase positive count/

Surface Plate Method, /

Chromogenic Plate for the

Enumeration of S. aureus F12

Standard Units Evaluation and

Standards Laboratory Specialists

and Reference Microbiology,

March 2005

Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic (e.g.

Ready to drink soft

drinks, iced tea,

energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

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13.2 Frozen juice

concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

13.3 Powdered beverages

(Juices)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

14.0 Food for infants and young children

14. 1 Powdered infant

formula with or without

added lactic

acid producing

cultures (intended for

0 to 6 months old)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

E. coli

MPN Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Salmonella

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

14.5 Dried and instant

products requiring

reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Salmonella

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

14.6 Dried products

requiring

reconstitution and

boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

Salmonella

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

14.7 Cereal based foods for

infants

Aerobic Plate Count

Salmonella

Pour Plate Method

US FDA BAM. Online/ CAM-MFHPB

Merck, Rambach/ Compact Dry

SL medium for Salmonella

literature

IV. Water

1.0 Bottled Water

Heterotrophic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method

SMEWW Method 9221

Coliform Count

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique

SMEWW Method 9221

Fecal Coliform Count

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique

SMEWW Method 9221

E. coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique

SMEWW Method 9221

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10. Department of Science and Technology – XI

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : DMC Compound, Dumanlas Road, Bajada, Davao City

Telephone No. : (082) 227-5672/221-5428/227-1315

Fax No. : (082) 221-5295

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Dina Lyra Pantaleon

Laboratory Head

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing

Validity: 2 September 2014

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 11 February 2019

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

01.2 Whey and whey

products

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid Milk

(evaporated and

Cream (UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized milk

01.6 Pasteurized cream

01.7 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

01.8 Milk and buttermilk

01.9 Cheese and cheese

products (Cottage

cheese, soft and semi-

soft cheese

01.10 Processed cheese

spread

Protein

Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 984.13A

Fat

Soxhlet Method

AOAC 922.06

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

Moisture

Air Oven Method

AOAC 925.10

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 923.03

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

02.0 Fats and oils, and fat emulsions

02.1 Fats and oils essentially

free from water

(vegetable oils and fats,

lard, tallow, fish oil and

other animal fats)

Protein

Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 984.13A

Fat

Soxhlet Method

AOAC 922.06

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

Moisture

Air Oven Method

AOAC 925.10

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

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Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 923.03

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

02.2 Fat emulsions mainly

of type water-in-oil

(butter, margarine)

Moisture

Air Oven Method

AOAC 925.10

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, seaweeds nuts and seeds

05.1 Frozen vegetables

and fruits

05.2 Fermented fruits and

vegetables

05.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in

hermetically sealed

container

05.4 Dried fruits and

vegetables,

seaweeds, nuts and

seeds

05.5 Nut and seed purees

and spreads (e.g.,

peanut butter)

Protein

Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 984.13A

Fat

Soxhlet Method

AOAC 922.06

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

Moisture

Air Oven Method

AOAC 925.10

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 923.03

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

07.7 Soy Protein

Protein

Kjeldahl Method

AOAC 984.13A

Fat

Soxhlet Method

AOAC 922.06

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

Moisture

Air Oven Method

AOAC 925.10

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

Ash

Gravimetric Method

AOAC 923.03

Food analysis by R. Lees, 1975

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.5 Pasteurized Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

03.0 Edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet

03.1 Ice cream and

sherbet

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

S.aureus Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Mold Count

Coliform Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds

05.7 Sun dried fruit

Mold Count

E.coli Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.4 Soya flours

concentrates and

isolates

Mold Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

Mold Count

Yeast and Yeast-like fungi Count

Coliform Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

11.0 Fish and fish products

11.1 Fresh frozen fish and

cold- smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli Count

S.aureus Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

11.2 Pre-cooked breaded

and fish

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli Count

S.aureus Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic (e.g.

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

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Ready to drink soft

drinks, iced tea,

energy drinks)

Yeast and Mold Count

Coliform Count

13.2 Frozen juice

concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

13.3 Powdered

beverages (Juices)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

US FDA BAM Online 2001

IV. Water

1.0 Bottled Water

Heterotrophic

Plate count

SMEWW 21st Edition, 2005

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11. Department of Science and Technology – XIII (CARAGA)

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : CSU Campus, Ampayon, Butuan City

Telephone No. : (085) 342-6225

Fax No. : (085) 342-9053

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Jennifer Dejarme

Laboratory Head

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing and

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 2 September 2019

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles (e.g rice

paper, rice vermicelli,

soybean pastas

and noodles

07.10 Starch

Moisture

Ash AOAC, 18th Edition

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Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

01.2 Sweetened

Condensed Milk

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

01.4 Pasteurized milk Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

01.5 Pasteurized cream Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

Products; e.g.

Cottage Cheese; Soft

and semi-soft cheese

Coliform Count

MPN Method, BAM Online

01.8 Processed Cheese

Spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

MPN Method, BAM Online

02.0 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or

milk products

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

MPN Method, BAM Online

03.0 Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream &

Sherbet (plain and

flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

03.2 Ice Cream with

added ingredients

(nuts, fruits, cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

03.3 Flavored Ice

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method, BAM Online

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04.0 Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

MPN Method, BAM Online

04.2 Chocolate Products Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

MPN Method, BAM Online

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries

(chocolate bars,

blocks, bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

MPN Method, BAM Online

04.4 Sugar

Confectionaries

(Hard and soft

candies, toffees,

caramel, fondants,

creams, nougats

and pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

MPN Method, BAM Online

05.0 Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.1 Fermented

Vegetables, Ready

to Eat (e.g. Kimchi)

Coliform Count

MPN Method, BAM Online

06.0 Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg

Products Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

07.2 Cereals/Cereal

Grains

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

07.0 Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

07.2 Cereals/Cereal

Grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

07.7 Soy Protein Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

MPN Method, BAM Online

07.9 Pasta Products and

Noodles Uncooked

(wet and dry

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

07.10 Starch Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

08.0 Bakery Products

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08.3 Frozen and

Refrigerated

Doughs (Chemically

leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

08.4 Frozen and

Refrigerated

Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

08.5 Baked Goods Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

08.6 Coated or Filled,

Dried Shelf-Stable

Biscuits

Coliform Count MPN Method, BAM Online

09.0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

10.0 Fish and Fish Products

10.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish

and Cold-Smoked Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

10.2 Pre-Cooked

Breaded Fish Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

10.3 Frozen Raw

Crustaceans Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

10.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

10.5 Cooked, Chilled and

Frozen Crabmeat Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

10.6 Fresh and Frozen

Bivalve Molluscs Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

11.1 Dry Mixes for Soup

and Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.2 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.3 Spices (ready to eat) Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

11.4 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise,

Thousand Island,

Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

12.0 Beverages

12.1 Non-alcoholic

beverages

(canned/bottled

fruit and vegetable

juices, energy drinks

and particulated

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

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drinks, carbonated

and non-

carbonated water-

based flavoured

drinks and

concentrates (liquid

or solid) for water-

based flavoured

drinks)

12.2 Frozen Juice

Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

12.3 Powdered

Beverages (e.g. Iced

tea, powdered

juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

13.0 Food for Infants and Young Children

13.1 Powdered Infant

Formula with or

without added

Lactic acid

producing cultures

(intended for 0 to 6

months)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method, BAM Online

13.2 Follow-up Formula/

Milk Supplement

(Intended for infants

6 months on and for

young children 12-36

months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method, BAM Online

13.3 Dried and Instant

products requiring

reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method, BAM Online

13.4 Dried products

requiring

reconstitution and

boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count MPN Method, BAM Online

13.5 Cereal based foods

for infants

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method, BAM Online

Coliform Count

MPN Method, BAM Online

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12. Department of Science and Technology – Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : BSU Compd., Km. 6, La Trinidad Benguet

2601

Telephone No. : (074) 422-0979, (074) 422-2214

Fax No. : (074) 422-0979/ (074) 422 2214

E-mail : [email protected]

Contact Person : Jasmin Donaal

Laboratory Head

Field of Testing Chemical Testing and

Microbiological Testing

: Validity : 11 March 2019

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

l. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy Products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

01.4 Liquid Milk

(evaporated and

Cream (UHT/sterilized)

01.7 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

Ash

Gravimetric,

AOAC 18th Ed, 2005

Moisture

Oven,

AOAC 18th Ed. 2005

Fat

Soxhlet/Solvent Extraction with Acid

Hydrolysis, Method

AOAC 18th Ed. 2005

Protein

Kjeldahl,

AOAC 18th ed. 2005

Energy

Carbohydrates

By computation/ Philippine Food

Composition tables by FNRI-DOST,

1997

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, seaweeds, nuts and seeds

05.3 Fruits and vegetable

products in hermetically

sealed container

05.4 Dried fruits and

vegetables,

seaweeds, nuts

and seeds

05.6 Nut and seed purees

and spreads (e.g.,

peanut butter)

Ash

Gravimetric, AOAC 18th Ed, 2005

Moisture

Oven, AOAC 18th Ed. 2005

Fat

Soxhlet/Solvent Extraction with Acid

Hydrolysis, Method

AOAC 18th Ed. 2005

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05.8 Jams, jellies,

marmalades and fruit

fillings for pastries

Crude Protein

Kjeldahl, AOAC 18th ed. 2005

Energy

Carbohydrates

By computation/ Philippine Food

Composition tables by FNRI-DOST,

1997

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.5 Flour, corn meal, corn

grits, semolina

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles

Ash Gravimetric, AOAC 18th Ed, 2005

Moisture Oven, AOAC 18th Ed. 2005

Fat

Soxhlet/Solvent Extraction with Acid

Hydrolysis, Method

AOAC 18th Ed. 2005

Protein

Kjeldahl, AOAC 18th ed. 2005

Energy

Carbohydrates

By computation/ Philippine Food

Composition tables by FNRI-DOST,

1997

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen bakery

products

(ready to eat and to

be Cooked)

08.2 Frozen and

Refrigerated dough

08.3 Breads and rolls

08.4 Crackers, excluding

sweet crackers

08.5 Cakes, cookies and

pies, doughnuts

08.6 Other ordinary bakery

products (e.g.,

bagels, pita, English

muffins)

08.7 Steamed breads and

buns

Ash

Gravimetric, AOAC 18th Ed, 2005

Moisture

Oven, AOAC 18th Ed. 2005

Fat

Soxhlet/Solvent Extraction with Acid

Hydrolysis, Method

AOAC 18th Ed. 2005

Protein Kjeldahl, AOAC 18th ed. 2005

Energy

Carbohydrates

By computation/ Philippine Food

Composition tables by FNRI-DOST,

1997

12.0 Salts, spices, soups, sauces, salads and protein products

12.3 Vinegars

Acidity Titrimetry,

AOAC 18th ed., 2005

13.0 Beverages

13.2 Frozen juice

concentrate

Vitamin C

2-6-Dichloroindophenol Titrimetry,

AOAC Method 967.21

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13.3 Powdered beverage

13.4 Tea, and herbal

infusions 13.5 Alcoholic beverages

( Beer and malt

beverages, wines)

Alcoholic Content

Refractometry, Method 920.58,

AOAC 18th Ed. 2005

Methanol Content Colorimetry, Method 958.04, AOAC

18th Ed. 2005

IV. Water

1.0 Bottled Water

pH

Meter, Method 973.41, AOAC 18th

Ed., 2005

Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)

Turbiditymeter

SMEWW Method 2130

Total Hardness as CaCO3

Titrimetry, Method 2340

Chloride

Argentometry, SMEWW Method

4500CI-B

Nitrate

Brucine Colorometric

Method,AOAC Method 973.50

Calcium

Titrimetry, SMEWW Method 3500-Ca

Magnesium

Calculation, SMEWW Method 3500-

Mg

Sulfate

Turbidimetry, SMEWW Method 4500-

SO4

Turbidity Turbidimeter

SMEWW Method 2130

Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) (TDS Dried at 1800C)

SMEWW Method 2540C

Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and dairy products

01.1 Milk Powder

(e.g whole, nonfat or filled

milk, buttermilk, whey and

whey protein)

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

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01.2 Sweetened Condensed

Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Molds and Yeast Count

Coliform Count, cfu/g

01.4 Pasteurized Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count , cfu/mL

01.5 Pasteurized Cream

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count, cfu/mL

01.6 Yogurt and other

fermented milk

Coliform Count, cfu/mL

S. aureus (cogualase +)

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

Products

e.g. Cottage cheese; soft

and semi-soft cheese

Coliform, MPN/g

E.coli, MPN/g

S. aureus (cogualase +)

01.8 Processed Cheese Spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform, cfu/g

S. aureus (cogualase +)

01.9 All Raw Milk Cheese

S. aureus (cogualase +)

02.0 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized)

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Coliform Count, cfu/g

Mold and Yeast Count

S. aureus (coagulase +)

02.2 Butter made from

Aerobic Plate Count

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unpastuerized milk or milk

products

Coliform Count, cfu/g

E. Coli, MPN/g

S. aureus (coagulase +)

02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count

Mold and Yeast Count

S. aureus (coagulase +)

03.0 Edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream and Sherbet

(plain and flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Coliform Count, cfu/g

S. aureus (coagulase +)

03.2 Ice cream with added

ingredient (nuts, fruits,

cocoa etc.)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count, cfu/g

S. aureus (coagulase +)

03.3 Flavored Ice

(e.g. ice candy)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count, MPN/g

Mold and Yeast Count

04.0 Confectionaries

04.1 Cocoa Powder Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Molds Count

Coliform Count, MPN/g

04.2 Chocolate Products Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform Count, MPN/g

04.3 Chocolate confectionaries

(chocolate bars, blocks) Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Molds Count

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Coliform Count, MPN/g

04.4 Sugar Confectionaries

(hard and soft candies,

toffees, caramel,

fondants, creams, nougats

and pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform Count, MPN/g

05.0 Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds

05.1 Frozen vegetables and

fruits (pH > 4.5)

E.coli Count, MPN/g

US FDA BAM

05.2 Fermented Vegetables

ready to eat ( e.g. Kimchi) Mold and Yeast Count

Coliform, MPN/g

E. coli, MPN/g

05.4 Dried vegetables

E. coli, MPN/g

05.7 Sun dried fruit Mold Count

E. coli, MPN/g

07.0 Cereals and cereal products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Mold Count

Yeast like & fungi Count

07.2 Cereal/cereal grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Coliform Count, cfu/g

E.coli Count, MPN/g

07.3 Cultures seeds and grains

(e/g. bean sprouts, alfalfa

etc.)

Coliform Count, cfu/g

E.coli Count, MPN/g

07.4 Soya Flours Concentrates

and Isolates

Mold Count

07.5 Flour, Corn mal, Corn Flor,

Semolina

Mold Count

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Yeast and Yeastlike fungi

Coliform, cfug/g

07.9 Pasta products and

noodles Uncooked (wet

and dry)

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Coliform Count, cfu/g

Yeast and Mold Count

S. aureus(coagulase +)

07.10 Starch

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Yeast and Mold Count

Coliform Count, cfu/g

08.0 Bakery Products

08.1 Frozen Bakery Products(

ready to eat) with low acid

or high aw fillings or toppings

S. aureus(coagulase +)

US FDA BAM

08.2 Frozen Bakery Products( to

be cooked) with low acid or

high aw fillings or toppings

(ie. meat pies, pizzas)

S. aureus(coagulase +)

08.3 Frozen and Refrigerated

Doughs

(chemically leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Yeast and Yeastlike Fungi

Coliform, cfu/g

E. coli, MPN/g

S. aureus(coagulase +)

08.4 Frozen and Refrigerated

Dough

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

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Yeast and Yeastlike Fungi Count

Coliform, cfu/g

08.5 Baked Goods

(microbiologically sensitive

types e.g. containing eggs

and dairy products)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform, cfu/g

Mold and Yeast Count

S. aureus(coagulase +)

08.6 Coated or Filled, Dried

Shelf-Stable Biscuits

Coliform, MPN/g

09.0 Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Mold Count

Yeast & Yeastlike fungi Count

Coliform, cfu/g

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh frozen fish and cold-

smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

E.coli Count, MPN/g

S. aureus(coagulase +)

11.2 Pre-cooked breaded fish

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli Count, MPN/g

S. aureus (coagulase +)

11.3 Frozen Raw Crustaceans Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli Count, MPN/g

S. aureus(coagulase +)

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11.4 Frozen Cooked Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli Count, MPN/g

S. aureus(coagulase +)

11.5 Cooked, Chilled & Frozen

Crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli Count, MPN/g

S. aureus(coagulase +)

11.6 Fresh and Frozen Bivalve

Mollusc

Aerobic Plate Count

E.coli Count, MPN/g

S. aureus(coagulase +)

12.0 Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup and

Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Mold and Yeast Count

Coliform Count, cfu/g

12.3 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Mold Count

13.0 Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic (e.g. Ready

to drink soft drinks, iced

tea, energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

US FDA BAM

Coliform Count, cfu/mL

13.2 Frozen Juice Concentrate Aerobic Plate Count

Mold and Yeast Colunt

13.3 Powdered beverages

(e.g. iced tea,

powdered

juices/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count, cfu/g

IV. Water

a. Bottled Water

Heterotrophic

Plate count

Pour Plate, SMEWW Method

9215

Coliform Count

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,/ SMEWW

Method 9221B, 9221E, 9223

E.coli Count

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,/ SMEWW

Method 9221B, 9221E, 9223

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Department of Science and Technology – XII

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : Regional Government Center, Cotabato City

Telephone No. : (064)421-6908

Fax No. : (064)421-2711

E-mail : [email protected]

[email protected]

Contact Person : DR. HAJA SITTIE SHAYMA

ZENAIDA P. HADJI RAOF-LAIDAN

Regional Director

Field of Testing : Chemical Testing

Validity: 29 April 2019

Microbiological Testing

Validity: 29 April 2019

Chemical Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/Reference

I. Foods

01.0 Milk and Dairy Products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

AOAC

01.3 Condensed milk

01.4 Liquid milk

(evaporated and cream

(UHT/sterilized)

01.5 Pasteurized milk

01.8 Milk and buttermilk

03.0 Edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet 03.1 Ice cream and

sherbet Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

AOAC 03.2 Ice cream with

added ingredients

03.3 Flavored Ice

04.0 Confectioneries 04.1 Cocoa powder

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

AOAC

04.2 Chocolate

products;

chocolate

confectioneries

04.3 Sugar

confectioneries

(hard and soft

candy, nougats,

etc.)

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05.0 Fruits and vegetables, seaweeds, nuts and seeds 05.1 Frozen vegetables

and fruits

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

Crude Fiber

AOAC

05.2 Fermented fruits

and vegetables

05.3 Fruits and

vegetable

products in

hermetically sealed

container

05.4 Dried fruits and

vegetables,

seaweeds, nuts

and seeds

05.5 Coconut

(desiccated)

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

Crude Fiber

AOAC

05.6 Nut and seed

purees and

spreads (e.g.,

peanut butter)

05.7 Jams, jellies,

marmalades and

fruit fillings for

pastries

05.8 Fruit preparations

(pulp, purees, fruit

toppings and

coconut milk)

07.0 Cereals and cereal products 07.1 Breakfast cereals

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

Crude Fiber

AOAC

07.2 Cereal/cereal

grains

07.3 Cultured seeds

and grains

07.4 Soya flours

concentrates and

isolates

07.5 Flour, corn meal,

corn grits, semolina

07.9 Pasta products

and noodles (e.g

rice paper, rice

vermicelli, soybean

pastas and

noodles)

07.10 Starch

07.11 Cereal and

starch based

desserts (e.g rice

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pudding, tapioca

pudding)

08.0 Bakery Products 08.1 Frozen bakery

products (ready to

eat and to be

cooked)

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

Crude Fiber

AOAC

08.2 Frozen and

refrigerated dough

08.3 Bread and rolls

08.4 Crackers,

excluding sweet

crackers

08.5 Cakes, cookies

and pies,

doughnuts

08.6 Other ordinary

bakery products

(e.g., bagels, pita,

English muffins)

08.7 Steamed breads

and buns

09.0 Ready-to-eat savouries

09.1 Snack foods-

potato, cereal,

flour or starch

based

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

Crude Fiber

AOAC

10.0 Meat and Meat Products 10.1 Dried animal

products

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

AOAC

10.2 Meat paste and

pate

10.3 Cold cuts, frozen

and chilled hot

dogs, corned beef,

luncheon meat

10.4 Packaged cooked

and cured meat

10.6 Cooked Poultry

Meat to be

reheated before

eating (e.g

prepared frozen

meals)

10.7 Cured/Smoked

Poultry Meat

10.8 Dehydrated Poultry

Products

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10.9 Fresh/Frozen Raw

Chicken (during

processing)

10.10 Meat products in

hermetically sealed

container

11.0 Fish and fish products 11.1 Processed fish and fish

products, including

molluscs, crustaceans,

and echinoderms

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

AOAC

11.1.1 Frozen fish and

cooked, fish

fillets, and fish

products,

including

molluscs,

crustaceans,

and

echinoderms

11.1.2 Frozen battered

fish, fish fillets

and fish

products,

including

molluscs,

crustaceans,

and

echinoderms

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

AOAC

11.1.3 Frozen minced

and creamed

fish products,

including

molluscs,

crustaceans,

and

echinoderms

11.1.4 Cooked and/or

fried fish

products,

including

molluscs,

crustaceans

and

echinoderms

11.1.5 Smoked, dried,

fermented,

and/or salted

fish and fish

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products,

including

molluscs,

crustaceans,

and

echinoderms

11.2 Semi-preserved fish and

fish products, including

molluscs, crustaceans,

and echinoderms

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

AOAC

11.2.2 Fish and fish

products,

including

molluscs,

crustaceans

and

echinoderms,

pickled and/or

in brine

11.2.4 Semi-preserved

fish and fish

products,

including

molluscs,

crustaceans

and

echinoderms(e.

g., fish paste)

11.3 Fully preserved,

including canned or

fermented fish and fish

products, including

molluscs, crustaceans,

and echinoderms

11.3.1 Smoked, dried,

canned or

fermented,

and/or salted

12.0 Salts, spices, soups, salads and protein products 12.2 Herbs,spices,seasoning,

and condiments (e.g.

seasoning for instant

noodles) Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

AOAC 12.3 Vinegars

12.6 Sauces and like

products

12.6.2 Non-emulsified

sauces (e.g

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ketchup,

cheese sauce,

cream sauce,

brown gravy)

12.6.3 Mixes for sauces

and gravies

12.6.4 Clear sauces

(e.g fish sauces)

13.0 Beverages 13.1 Non-alcoholic

beverages

(Canned/Bottled

Fruit and

vegetables

juices/nectars,

Energy drinks and

particulated drinks,

Carbonated and

Non-carbonated

water-based

flavoured drinks

and concentrates

(liquid or solid) for

water-based

flavoured drinks)

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

AOAC

13.2 Frozen juice

concentrate

13.3 Powdered

beverages

13.4 Coffee, coffee

substitutes, tea,

herbal infusions,

and other hot

cereal and grain

beverages

13.5 Alcoholic

beverages (Beer

and malt

beverages, cider

and perry, grape

wines and wines,

mead, distilled

spirits containing

more than 15%

alcohol and

aromatized

alcoholic

beverages)

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15.0 Sweeteners, including honey 15.1 Refined and raw

sugars

Moisture

Ash

Protein

Fat

AOAC

15.2 Brown sugar

15.3 Honey

15.4 Other sugars and

syrups (e.g xylose,

maple syrup, sugar

toppings)

15.5 Table-top

sweeteners,

including those

containing high-

intensity

sweeteners

Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference

III. Foods

01. Milk and Dairy products

01.5 Milk powder and

cream powder

Aerobic Plate Count Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

01.2 Sweetened

Condensed Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

01.4 Pasteurized milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

01.5 Pasteurized cream

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

01.7 Cheese and Cheese

Products; e.g. Cottage

Cheese; Soft and semi-

soft cheese

Coliform

E.coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

01.8 Processed Cheese

Spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

02 Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped,

pasteurized

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

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02.2 Butter made from

unpasteurized milk or

milk products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

03. Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream &

Sherbet (plain and

flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

03.2 Ice Cream with

added ingredients (nuts,

fruits, cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

03.3 Flavored Ice

( ie.ice candy)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

04. Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

04.2 Chocolate

Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

04.3 Chocolate

Confectionaries

(chocolate bars, blocks,

bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

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04.4 Sugar

Confectionaries (Hard

and soft candies,

toffees, caramel,

fondants, creams,

nougats and pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

05. Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.01 Frozen Vegetables

& fruits (pH

>4.5)

E. coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

05.2 Fermented

Vegetables, Ready to

Eat (e.g. Kimchi)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

05.4 Dried Vegetables

E.coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

05.7 Sun Dried Fruits

Yeast and Molds Count

E.coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

06. Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg

Products (liquid, frozen,

dried)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count(for dried

products)

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

07. Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast Count Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

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07.2 Cereals/Cereal Grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

E.coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

07.3 Cultured seeds and

grains (e.g. bean sprout, alfalfa,

etc)

E. coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

07.4 Soya Flours, Concentrates

and Isolates Molds

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

07.5 Flour, Corn meal, Corn grits,

Semolina

Yeast Count Molds

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

07.7 Soy Protein

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

E.coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

07.8 Tofu E.coli

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

07.9 Pasta Products and

Noodles Uncooked (wet and

dry

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

07.10 Starch

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

08. Bakery Products

08.3 Fozen and Refrigerated

Doughs (Chemically leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast Count Mold Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

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08.4 Frozen and Refrigerated

Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

08.6 Coated or Filled, Dried

Shelf-Stable Biscuits Coliform

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

09. Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish and

Cold-

Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.2 Pre- Cooked Breaded Fish

Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.3 Frozen Raw Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

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11.4 Cooked, Chilled &

Frozen Crabmeat Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.6 Fresh & Frozen Bivalve

Molluscs Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

12. Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup and

Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

12.3 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

12.4 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

12.5 Salad Dressing (e.g.

Mayonnaise, ThousandIsland,

Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

13. Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic beverages

(e.g Ready to drink, softdrinks,

iced tea, energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

13.2 Frozen Juice Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

13.3 Powdered Beverages (e.g.

Iced tea, powdered

juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

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14. Food for Infants and Young Children

14.1 Powdered Infant Formula

with or without added Lactic

acid producing cultures

(intended for 0 to 6 months)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform

E.coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

14.2 Follow-up Formula/ Milk

Supplement (Intended for

infants 6 months on and for

young children 12-36 months of

age)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform

E.coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

14.5 Dried and Instant products

requiring reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

14.6 Dried products requiring

reconstitution and boiling

before consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

14.7 Cereal based foods for

infants Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

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Department of Science and Technology – XII

Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory

Address : Barangay Hall Compound, Calumpang, General Santos City

Telephone No. : (083)554-7997

E-mail : [email protected]

[email protected]

Contact Person : DR. HAJA SITTIE SHAYMA

ZENAIDA P. HADJI RAOF-LAIDAN

Regional Director

Field of Testing : Microbiological Testing

Validity: 11 February 2019

Microbiological Testing

Products Specific Tests Method/ Reference I. Foods

01. Milk and Dairy Products

01.1 Milk powder and

cream powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

01.2 Sweetened Condensed Milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Mold Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

01.4 Pasteurized milk

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

01.5 Pasteurized cream

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

01.7 Cheese and Cheese Products;

e.g. Cottage Cheese; Soft and semi-

soft cheese

Coliform

E.coli

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

01.8 Processed Cheese Spread

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

02. Fats, Oils and Fat Emulsions

02.1 Butter (whipped, pasteurized

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

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02.2 Butter made from unpasteurized

milk or milk products

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

02.3 Margarine

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

03. Edible Ices, Including Sherbet and Sorbet

03.1 Ice Cream & Sherbet (plain and

flavored)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

03.2 Ice Cream with added

ingredients (nuts, fruits, cocoa)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

03.3 Flavored Ice

( ie.ice candy)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

04. Confectioneries

04.1 Cocoa Powder

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

04.2 Chocolate Products

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

04.3 Chocolate Confectionaries

(chocolate bars, blocks, bonbons)

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

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04.4 Sugar Confectionaries (Hard and

soft candies, toffees, caramel,

fondants, creams, nougats and

pastes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

05. Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds

05.01 Frozen Vegetables &

fruits (pH >4.5)

E. coli

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

05.2 Fermented Vegetables, Ready to

Eat (e.g. Kimchi)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

05.4 Dried Vegetables

E.coli

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

05.7 Sun Dried Fruits

Yeast and Molds Count

E.coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

06. Egg and Egg Products

06.1 Pasteurized Egg Products (liquid,

frozen, dried)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count(for

dried products)

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

07. Cereals and Cereal Products

07.1 Breakfast cereals

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast Count Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

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07.2 Cereals/Cereal Grains

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

E.coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

07.3 Cultured seeds and grains (e.g.

bean sprout, alfalfa, etc)

E. coli

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

07.4 Soya Flours, Concentrates and

Isolates

Molds Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

07.5 Flour, Corn meal, Corn grits,

Semolina

Yeast Count Molds

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

07.7 Soy Protein

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

E.coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

07.8 Tofu E.coli

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

07.9 Pasta Products and Noodles

Uncooked (wet and dry

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

07.10 Starch

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

08. Bakery Products

08.3 Fozen and Refrigerated Doughs

(Chemically leavened)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast Count Mold Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

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08.4 Frozen and Refrigerated Doughs

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

08.5 Baked Goods

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

08.6 Coated or Filled, Dried Shelf-

Stable Biscuits Coliform

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

09. Ready to Eat Savouries

09.1 Snack Foods

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast Count Mold Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

11.0 Fish and Fish Products

11.1 Fresh and Frozen Fish and

Cold-Smoked

Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.2 Pre- Cooked Breaded Fish

Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.3 Frozen Raw Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.4 Frozen Cooked

Crustaceans

Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

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11.5 Cooked, Chilled &

Frozen Crabmeat

Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

11.6 Fresh & Frozen Bivalve

Molluscs

Aerobic Plate Count

E. coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

12. Spices, Soups, Sauces, Salads and Protein Products

12.1 Dry Mixes for Soup and Sauces

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

12.3 Spices

Aerobic Plate Count

Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

12.4 Spices (ready to eat)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

12.5 Salad Dressing (e.g. Mayonnaise,

Thousand Island, Ranch, French)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

13. Beverages

13.1 Non-alcoholic beverages (e.g

Ready to drink, softdrinks, iced

tea, energy drinks)

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

13.2 Frozen Juice Concentrate

Aerobic Plate Count

Yeast and Molds Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

13.3 Powdered Beverages (e.g. Iced

tea, powdered juice/mixes)

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

14. Food for Infants and Young Children

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14.1 Powdered Infant Formula with or

without added Lactic acid

producing cultures (intended for 0

to 6 months)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform

E.coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

14.2 Follow-up Formula/ Milk

Supplement (Intended for infants

6 months on and for young

children 12-36 months of age)

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform

E.coli

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

14.5 Dried and Instant products

requiring reconstitution

Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

14.6 Dried products requiring

reconstitution and boiling before

consumption

Aerobic Plate Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

14.7 Cereal based foods for infants Aerobic Plate Count

Coliform Count

Pour Plate Method,

BAM Online 2001

Multiple Tube

Fermentation

Technique,

BAM Online 2001

Legend to Method/ Reference

AOAC - Association of Official Analytical Chemists

AOCS - American Oil Chemists’ Society

BAM - Bacteriological Analytical Manual

SMEWW - Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater

CMMEF - Compendium of Methods for Microbiological Examination of Food