Naturally Occurring Toxins (NOTs)

Naturally Occurring Toxins (NOTs) Testing in Food Products

Some toxins are not added — they occur naturally in the foods we consume every day. Naturally Occurring Toxins (NOTs) are chemical compounds produced by plants, fungi, bacteria, or algae. While harmless to the source organism, they can pose serious health risks to consumers if not identified and controlled.

Equinox Labs offers accurate testing of naturally occurring toxins in food using industry-standard methods like HPLC and LC-MS/MS. Whether you're manufacturing plant-based beverages, packaged legumes, or dried fruits, we help ensure your product is safe, compliant, and market-ready.

Why Testing for NOTs is Important

Protect Consumer Health

Detect harmful toxins that may naturally exist in plant- or fungus-based foods.

Meet Regulatory Standards

Ensure compliance with FSSAI, Codex, and global permissible limits for toxins.

Maintain Product Integrity

Avoid contamination that can affect shelf life, taste, and brand trust.

Ensure Legal Compliance

Prevent penalties and product recalls by staying within allowable toxin levels.

Common Toxins We Test

Aflatoxins

Produced by certain fungi; commonly found in nuts, spices, and cereals.

Mycotoxins

Toxins from molds that affect grains, dried fruits, and legumes.

Patulin

Typically found in rotting fruits like apples, dangerous if consumed in excess.

Amygdalin

A natural compound found in some seeds and kernels can release toxic cyanide.

Our Testing Methods

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

Used for detailed toxin profiling with high sensitivity.

Liquid Chromatography – Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)

Ideal for detecting multiple toxin types in complex food matrices.

Validated, Lab-Grade Accuracy

All methods meet NABL accreditation standards for precision and traceability.

Who Should Get Tested

Food Manufacturers

Verify that your ingredients and end products are free from harmful natural toxins.

Food Retailers & Private Labels

Protect your supply chain and reputation by testing incoming goods or store brands.

Plant-Based Beverage Producers

Test inputs like oats, almonds, or legumes for hidden toxin risks.

Export-Oriented Brands

Ensure your product meets global standards for naturally occurring food toxins.

Why Choose Equinox Labs?

Equinox Labs is India’s leading FSSAI-notified and NABL-accredited testing and compliance partner, trusted by over 5,000 brands across industries. With more than years of expertise, we specialize in food, water, environment, and indoor air quality testing, helping businesses meet national and international safety standards with confidence.

From startups to large enterprises, Equinox supports organizations with end-to-end services including laboratory testing, audits, compliance certifications, and technical consultancy. Our advanced infrastructure and dedicated R&D team ensure fast, reliable, and audit-ready reports that drive trust, quality, and compliance.

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Naturally Occurring Toxins (NOTs)