The investment in Adamson’s pesticides program also tells a similar story. According to numerous sources, nearly 70 percent of the fresh produce sold in the U.S. contains residues of potentially harmful chemical pesticides. The pesticides multi-method developed uses state-of-the-art instrumentation (GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS) to analyze over 700+ chemicals. The method has also been fully accredited for use in food and food products. Another method was also developed to test polar pesticides such as glyphosate since it cannot be analyzed by the multi-method.

In terms of Adamson’s cosmetic improvement, routine microbiology testing for cosmetics currently focuses on USP for screening (Total Plate Count and Yeast & Mold) and USP for pathogens (Escherichia coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa). While the testing program mentioned above covers most common bacteria and hazardous microorganisms, it may not be sufficient to exclude all potential microbiological risks. This is evidenced by the fairly recent warning letters issued by the FDA due to positive findings of microbiological contaminants.  Adamson has the resources available to test a wide variety of organisms beyond the screening organisms above and can also verify preservative efficacy and perform time-kill studies for sanitizing products as well.

Adamson Analytical (A Tentamus Company) is a trusted contract laboratory for analytical, microbiological, and research services.