Consumer Goods
Cosmetic
The requirements set for the production of cosmetics have dramatically increased: not only does the customer expect a first class product of consistent high quality, but legislation requires GMP-conditions during production. For our clients from the cosmetic sector, we are an experienced and competent partner. Our joint aim: efficient production processes and high quality end-products.
Our services
- Determination of the total microbial count (aerobe/anaerobe), e.g. according to the Eur. Ph. / USP
- Testing for the absence of particular microorganisms, e.g. Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Enterobacteriaceae etc.
- Microbial differentiation and identification
- Testing of the efficacy of antimicrobial conservation, e.g. according to Eur. Ph.
- Testing for bacterial endotoxins (LAL-Test)
- Testing of the room ventilation and air-conditioning systems (e.g. for conformation with DIN EN ISO 14644)
- Hygiene testing of the production conditions and assessment of the hygiene status
- Sterility testing according to Eur. Ph., USP, ISO
- Validation, revalidation and performance appraisal of sterilisation processes (irradiation, steam, ETO and plasma sterilisation)
- Cleaning/ disinfection/ conditioning processes
- Validation of disinfection processes e.g. according to DIN EN ISO 15883
- Microbiological testing of packaging (e.g. using contact plates, swab testing etc.)
- Studies into artificial aging of packaging
- Testing of the microbial tightness of packaging (microbial dusting)
- Testing of heat-sealed seams for strength and width
- Microbiological analysis according to the Drinking Water Standard and Eur. Ph.
- Water analysis according to the Table Water Standard
- Swimming and bathing water analyses according to DIN 19643
