Services

Not only does Kemin Food Technologies help you keep your product fresher, safer, longer with our oxidation control and food safety solutions, but we also provide a wide range of services to better our customers’ needs. Through our Customer Laboratory Services, Technical Service Team, and Regulatory Support Department, Kemin can assist you in getting your product to market, quicker.

Customer Laboratory Services

Kemin’s Customer Laboratory Services (CLS) team uses our technical expertise and problem-solving skills to uncover the source of our customer’s problem and develop a tailored solution. Our CLS team provides dedicated support throughout all phases of testing to understand the influences of all food ingredients on the stability of your final product to keep it safe and fresh. Whether you are formulating a new product or reformulating an existing one, CLS can help reduce your testing time and meet your go-to-market goals.

Our research scientists evaluate the oxidative stability and microbial stability of your food products using a combination of analytical techniques and accelerated oxidation tests. We work with you to determine your desired project objectives and the best protocol to provide you with customized shelf-life solutions.

For oxidation testing, Kemin uses the following methods: stress measurement of induction point, accelerated temperature storage studies and ambient temperature storage studies. We have various methods of analysis for oxidation testing such as primary and secondary oxidative by-products, active component analyses and color evaluation. KFT also has our own in-house sensory lab where we will conduct sensory testing on final food products.

For microbial spoilage testing, Kemin uses the following methods: non-inoculated studies and challenge studies. We use aerobic plate counts, water activity, disk diffusion / microtiter plate and many other methods of analyses for our studies.

Our CLS team can help you maximize your ingredient efficiency of your products by helping to determine the most effective treatment for your food, identify the correct inclusion rate and help establish the most effective point of application for your product.

Technical Services

Working closely with both our CLS and sales teams, are our Kemin Technical Service Managers. These individuals bring extensive knowledge of the food industry to help solve complex technical issues for our customers. They will provide recommended product usage and inclusion rates, manufacturing support and market insights. Our technical service managers are highly knowledgeable in the meat and poultry industry as well as the fats and oils industry.

Our technical service managers also work closely with our CLS team to help create project protocols and analyze results. As a customer, you can feel confident that our technical service managers will help you find the information and products you need to improve your product.

Regulatory Support

Ensuring a successful Go-To-Market strategy can be stressful when navigating policies and regulations. These regulations serve as checks and balances on the food industry, preventing malpractices, safeguarding our consumers, and building long-lasting trust for your brand.

As food ingredient experts, Kemin produces more than 500 specialty ingredients. We maintain top-of-the-line manufacturing facilities worldwide, each operating under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Our North America manufacturing facilities and certifications include:

• FSSC 22000 certified food technologies manufacturing facility in Des Moines, Iowa, U.S.A.
• FSSC 22000 and FAMI-QS certified rosemary extract manufacturing facility in Des Moines, Iowa, U.S.A.
• Kemin facilities within the United States observe all applicable FDA regulations and/or United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations, including the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).

These quality certifications and processes formalize our commitment to meeting the highest quality and safety standards worldwide.