The document introduces Agilent as the premier measurement company in the food industry, helping to address food safety issues through chemical and biological technologies. They offer powerful GC/MS and LC/MS instruments to support existing and emerging applications, as well as GC and LC systems that suit the unique analytical demands and workload of the laboratory.
Agilent Technologies offers a comprehensive range of measurement solutions designed to help the food industry meet stringent safety standards and regulations. The portfolio includes powerful Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography (LC) systems, molecular spectroscopy instruments, and reliable bioanalysis tools such as PCR and MassCode techniques.
The brochure highlights specific applications for detecting contaminants like pesticides, mycotoxins, heavy metals, and adulterants such as melamine. Agilent emphasizes the reliability and productivity of its instruments, featuring advanced separation capabilities and real-time self-monitoring to ensure accurate results in complex matrices.
The U.S. FDA sets a maximum residue limit of 1 part per million (ppm) for infant baby formula.
The system demonstrates a sensitivity of 0.25 ppm when screening and quantifying melamine.