Microbiology & Toxicology Testing

Microbiological testing is essential for ensuring the safety, stability, and regulatory compliance of cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food-related products. At Unitec, we provide accredited microbial testing services that assess contamination risks, preservative effectiveness, and microbial limits in accordance with global standards.

Our lab conducts testing aligned with USP 61, USP 62, USP 51, ISO 17516, ISO 11930, and the FDA BAM Chapter 23methods. We also support compendial microbiological analysis including PCPC (CTFA) standards, EP and BPguidelines, and GB 4789 food microbiological testing protocols. These services help ensure your products meet regulatory expectations and maintain consumer safety across international markets.

• Microbial Enumeration test (USP 61; BP Appendix XVI B2; EP Ch.2.6.12)

• Microbial Specified Microorganisms (USP 62 ; BP Appendix XVI B1; EP Ch.2.6.13)

• Microbial Preservative Effectiveness (USP 51;  BP Appendix XVI C; EP Ch.5.1.3)

• Microbiology Test of Cosmetic ISO /TC 217, ISO 17516 and ISO 11930

• FDA Bacteriological Analytical Manual – Chapter 23- Microbiological Methods for Cosmetics

• PCPC (CTFA) Microbial Content (M-1) and Examination for S. aureus, E. coli, and Ps. aeruginosa (M-2)

• The International Harmonization of the Compendial Microbial Limits Tests including 1111 Microbiological Examination of Nonsterile Products: Acceptance Criteria for Pharmaceutical Preparations and Substances for Pharmaceutical Use

• GB 4789 food microbiological analysis