Lipid Analysis
Mylnefield Lipid Analysis is a leading laboratory for the specialist analysis of oils, fats and lipid products.
A fully independent testing service is provided at all stages of the supply chain, supporting customers to meet commercial, regulatory, and research requirements. Working to ISO9001, GMP and GCP standards, with an outstanding reputation for high quality, timeliness and reliability.
(Mylnefield Lipid Analysis is a trading name of Hutton Scientific Service)
World-Class Lipid Analysis – unmatched quality and precision
Mylnefield Lipid Analysis provides world-leading, independent analysis of all types of lipid materials, in UK MHRA and US FDA approved laboratories, and is a top performer annually in global proficiency programs for lipid analysis (GOED/AOCS, DGF).
Work is conducted to GMP/GCP regulatory standards, using validated procedures based on globally recognised American Oil Chemist’s Society (AOCS) and pharmacopoeial methods, and is ISO 9001 certified. Independent, unbiased quality control (either by acting as an external subcontractor or by supplying validation of internal systems) is provided to clients.
A full overview of the specialist services offered can be found on our website lipid.co.uk. Sample types typically range from fish and seed oils to food and drink, including infant formula, and high omega-3 containing products such as algal oils and omega-3 concentrates being used as pharmaceuticals. Clinical trial samples such as red blood cells, plasma and tissue samples, and skin lipids and cosmetics can also be analysed.
Coming soon: testing for regulated contaminants
If you make, refine, import or sell food, oils, supplements or pharmaceuticals, there are contaminants you are required to control, with legal maximum levels attached. Most businesses spread that testing across several laboratories. We are expanding our services so more of it can happen in one place: the same laboratory, the same team and the same standards behind our lipid analysis.
These services are coming soon. We are speaking to interested clients now, ahead of launch, so we can prioritise the analyses you need first.
Heavy metals
For producers and refiners of fish, seed and plant oils who need to evidence metal levels against regulatory limits.
Pesticide residues
For businesses handling seeds, meals and plant oils where residue limits apply throughout the supply chain.
Mycotoxins: aflatoxins and ochratoxin A
For anyone trading or processing seeds, nuts, cereals, coffee, wine, dried fruits and dairy, where mycotoxin limits are among the strictest in food law.
3-MCPD and process contaminants
For refiners of vegetable oils and manufacturers of baked goods, soy sauce and infant formula, were process contaminant limits demand sensitive, reliable measurement.
Residual solvents
For pharmaceutical and food manufacturers who must demonstrate solvent residues sit within permitted limits.
Terpene profiling
For plant scientists, breeders and product developers characterising the compounds that give plants their distinctive aroma and flavour.
Interested in any of these services? Tell us what you need to test and we will keep you informed as each service becomes available. Contact Claire Traynor, Head of Lipid Analysis
We work to ISO9001, GMP and GCP standards, with an outstanding reputation for high quality, timeliness and reliability
Claire Traynor, Head of Lipid Analysis
Samples are commonly analysed for composition, quality, adulteration and stability. Routine tests performed include oil content, fatty acid profile (including omega-3, -6 and trans fatty acids), lipid class identification and quantification, oxidation testing, and determination of unsaponifiables such as sterols and vitamins.
In addition to analytical testing for quality control and product release purposes, shelf-life storage and testing can also be carried out, along with new method development and validation.
Our global client base includes oil producers, refiners and encapsulators, and food, drink, pharmaceutical and supplement manufacturers. Hospitals, universities, contract research organisations and other individual clients can also benefit from bespoke analysis to address individual client requirements.
This kind of analysis identifies and quantifies fats, oils and other lipid compounds in biological samples. James Hutton Institute Scientific Services provides lipid analysis to support research into nutrition, plant biology, microbial systems and environmental science.
James Hutton Institute Scientific Services can analyse lipids in a wide range of samples including plant material, food products, microbial cultures and environmental samples. These analyses provide insight into lipid composition, metabolic processes and biological function.
It helps researchers understand how organisms produce and use fats and oils. At James Hutton Institute Scientific Services, lipid profiling supports studies in crop science, food quality, bioenergy research and microbial ecology.
