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Located in Grand Prairie, Texas, just south of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, Analytical Food Laboratories (AFL) is conveniently located to receive samples from throughout the D/FW Metroplex and nationwide. Our highly qualified technicians are experienced in conducting microbiological, chemical, nutritional and physical analysis - on an array of food, water, cosmetic and pharmaceutical products and services - using procedures that comply with official methodologies.
01/22/2021
A Message From Becky Pfundheller:
Today, I write to share my plans to retire as President and CEO of AFL at the end of this month. I plan to take some much-needed time for myself and my family and explore some personal goals
A Message from Becky Pfundheller - AFL Today, I write to share my plans to retire as President and CEO of AFL at the end of this month. I plan to take some much-needed time for myself and my family and explore some personal goals. Twenty-eight years after opening our doors, I am humbled by the success and support I have received over the...
01/20/2021
An FDA recall notice says there has been one report of someone finding an "intact piece of metal equipment" in their ice cream.
AFL is qualified to perform filth and extraneous materials testing on food products. Our foreign matter testing allows us to detect solid impurities.
Contact AFL at 1-800-242-6494
Or [email protected]
More than 11,000 Containers of Ice Cream Are Being Recalled for Having Metal Shards Check the freezer.
12/31/2020
The Missouri Department of Agriculture tested multiple samples of pet food and found "very high levels" of aflatoxin, which is produced by a mold that can grow on corn and other grains.
Keep Pets Safe
Contact AFL for more information on our Aflatoxin pet food testing.
1-800-242-6494
[email protected]
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Pet food recalled after at least 28 dogs die, 8 sickened: FDA Several pet food products have been recalled after 28 dogs have died after eating them, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said.
12/01/2020
Are You Prepared for FSMA's Future?
The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was enacted in 2011, but to allow time for both food producers and US government agencies to get all aspects up-to-date the final compliance deadlines for the various rules were set for dates that span from 2015 through 2024.
Under FSMA, the FDA is encouraging a more proactive and preventative approach to food safety. Each of the FSMA rules is specific and outlines requirements that must be implemented and enforced by the deadlines given.
FSMA Compliance Dates These are the compliance dates for the rules that form the foundation of the implementation of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The rules are listed in the order in which they became final. (There are no compliance dates for the rule on Accreditation of Third-Party Certification Bodies,...
11/19/2020
For many years now, undeclared allergens have been the leading cause of food recalls in the United States. With one month remaining in 2020, this continues to hold true with 13 out of 26 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) food recalls caused by undeclared or misbranded allergens.
Having accurate allergen information is critical to the estimated 32 million people in the United States who suffer from food allergies.
AFL offers testing for all top allergens including: Egg, Fish, Gluten, Milk and Tree Nuts.
Contact us today for more information.
2020: Undeclared Allergens Continue to be the Leading Cause of U.S. Food Recalls The retail food industry plays a significant role in assuring a safe food supply for the public. Individuals with food allergies rely on the information provided via product label or signage when making their purchasing decisions.
11/11/2020
On May 3, 2018, the FDA issued a final rule to extend the compliance dates for the Nutrition Facts and Supplement Facts label and Serving Size final rules from July 26, 2018, to Jan. 1, 2021, for manufacturers with $10 million or more in annual food sales.
That deadline is fast approaching!
Contact AFL today to have your labels converted to the new FDA-compliant format.
11/03/2020
One of the many creative pumpkins submitted to our AFL Pumpkin Decorating/Carving Departmental Competition.
This one is from our Chemistry Team!
10/26/2020
There are now over 200 hand sanitizers on the FDA's List of Products You Should Not Use.
FDA advises consumers not to use hand sanitizers produced by the manufacturers identified on their list due to toxic ingredients, microbial contamination or being subpotent.
FDA updates on hand sanitizers consumers should not use FDA Warns consumers and healthcare professionals of Hand Sanitizers contaminated with Methanol
10/22/2020
The pandemic has made more people interested in foods that benefit their immunity, metabolism and mental state, as well as solidified the plant-based sector, according to research.
Consumer trends shifting toward health and wellness, ADM finds The pandemic has made more people interested in foods that benefit their immunity, metabolism and mental state, as well as solidified the plant-based sector, according to research from the ingredients giant.
10/01/2020
Employee Appreciation Lunch!
Today we invited "The Original Hamburger Man" to cater lunch for our wonderful employees!
They grilled us burgers and brought all the sides and fixings for our outdoor picnic in this beautiful fall weather.
08/28/2020
We have recently received The Emerald Badge Award for Potency In H**p Bud Testing!
An Emerald Badge™ will be awarded to labs that perform within a specific tolerance in each proficiency test category, with criteria established by the ISO accredited PT manufacturer with input from the Emerald Test™ Advisory Panel.
Labs that receive a Badge are not only recognized for their capabilities in comparison to their peers within a given series, the Emerald Badge™ affirms the labs’ ability to meet regulatory requirements for licensure. In addition, Emerald Test™ ILC/PT participation satisfies ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation requirements for external proficiency testing.
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Animal feed plays an important part in the food chain and the composition and quality of the livestock products (milk, meat and eggs) that we consume. Feed testing is therefore an integral part of good animal nutritional management to achieve sustainable results.
With our global network of laboratories, we provide a wide range of services, including but not limited to animal feed analysis, quality, nutritional value, formulation, contamination investigation and more.
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Our Story
At AFL, we keep people safe and provide our clients with the best quality and services in the industry. From concept to consumption—we test the food people eat and the products they use.
As the leading analytical laboratory in the Southwest, AFL is a true one-stop full service lab that provides integrated solutions and a consultative approach on interpretation of results. All departments are housed in one location, and all services are performed in-house.
We recently moved to our brand-new custom-built 22,000 sq. ft. ISO-accredited laboratory. Come pay us a visit! Hundreds of clients have utilized AFL’s services over the years
AFL maintains ISO 17025 accreditation, provides research-based testing, and continuously introduces new technologies. Additionally, AFL is dedicated to sharing its knowledge at its own Educational Solutions seminar series, internal brown bag lunches, industry conferences, special events and speaking engagements.