Summary What is Methylmercury ? Mercury (Hg) is a persistent element in the environment due to natural occurrences and human activities. Mercury methylation is the process through which highly toxic methylmercury (MeHg) forms. Methylmercury is particularly concerning because of its ability to accumulate and magnify within the food chain. The primary route of human exposure…
Understanding Nutritional Food Labelling Summary Overview In a world where choices about what we eat are abundant and diverse, the importance of understanding the nutritional content of our food cannot be overstated. Nutrition Labels describe the nutrient content of a food to help the consumer make healthier food choices. Nutrition labels serve as our trusty…
In the realm of personal care products, diapers and sanitary napkins play a crucial role in maintaining hygiene. However, the rise of synthetic plastic materials in these items has introduced a potential health concern – the presence of phthalates. As a leader in quality testing, Envirocare Labs is at the forefront, offering specialized testing services…
In the dynamic landscape of the food industry, where ensuring the safety and quality of products is paramount, one crucial yet often overlooked aspect is the packaging material that directly interacts with the food we consume. At Envirocare Labs, we grasp the significance of this intricate relationship. As a leading plastic material testing lab, we…
In the fast-paced and competitive food processing & catering industry, adhering to the highest standards of food safety and hygiene is not just a requirement, but a defining factor for success. Recognizing this, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced the Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) program. This initiative is…
India’s recent strides in environmental sustainability have garnered global attention as the country introduces two groundbreaking initiatives – the Green Credit Program (GCP) and the Ecomark Scheme. GCP, a market-based mechanism, incentivizes voluntary environmental actions with an initial focus on water conservation and afforestation. The Ecomark Scheme aims to accredit and label eco-conscious household and…
On 25th June 2019, some of the newspapers splashed out an US report stating Indian Salt contains deadly cyanide. IANS Mumbai published a story on the findings of American West Analytical Laboratories, USA stating that Potassium ferrocyanide levels are alarmingly high ranging from 1.85 ppm to 4.71 ppm. The report also attributed Potassium ferrocyanide to…
Unlike the previous act which talked only about adulteration the recent regulations/act has seen a paradigm shift which takes into consideration Food Safety and Food Science starting from the very definition of ‘Food’. It defines even the water used in the Food Processing as ‘Food’. This water may be used as ingredient or for washing…
Environment monitoring plays a critical role in detecting and managing pollution from human activities. It explains how pollutants like chemicals and waste harm the environment and how international regulations like RoHS, WEEE, and REACH help control them. Accurate sampling and analysis are vital for reliable results, enabling industries to adjust processes to reduce pollution. Environment…
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