AOAC Emerging Topics Meeting Book (March 14, 2019)

Risk in natural rawmaterials may be increasing

Managing the critical factors for natural colors Hazard Mitigation Strategy Microbiological

Test all incoming raw materials for pathogens. Test all finished products for pathogens and spoilage organisms

Heavy Metals

Test for most common heavy metals (FDA, EU & JECFA)

Pesticides

Test for pesticides that are not allowed (EPA & EU)

Adulteration

Test for synthetic dyes or other additives that adulterate product. Screening established for unknown adulterants. Map all supplier process and detail solvents used to ensure they meet all local regulations. Test for the presence of solvents.

Unauthorized Solvents

Supplier Reliability

All vendors should be “certified” by the manufacturer.

Raw Material Traceability Need full traceability for all ingredients Journal of Food Science Volume 82, Issue 11; Establishing Standards on Colors from Natural Sources https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/1750-3841.13927