Mycotoxins are governed by several European regulatory texts, including regulations (EU) 2023/915, (EC) 401/2006 and (EC) 2002/32.
Mycotoxins
What is a mycotoxin?
How do you analyse mycotoxins?
Mycotoxins are toxic compounds naturally produced by certain moulds, particularly species of the genera Aspergillus, Fusarium and Penicillium. They can contaminate agricultural raw materials both in the field and during the storage and processing stages of foodstuffs.
Due to their potentially harmful effects on human and animal health, mycotoxins are subject to strict regulatory monitoring. Chronic or acute exposure to these contaminants can lead to various health effects, such as impaired immune function, liver and kidney disorders, and even an increased risk of certain cancers.
To ensure consumer safety and product compliance, mycotoxin levels must comply with the maximum limits set by European regulations.
Drawing on its analytical expertise, Phytocontrol has developed high-performance methods dedicated to the detection and quantification of major mycotoxins. Our laboratories use optimised extraction protocols combined with ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (UHPLC-MS/MS), enabling the simultaneous analysis of numerous mycotoxins with a high level of sensitivity and reliability.
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Our expertise in mycotoxin analysis
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Over 20 years of expertise in analysing mycotoxins in food.
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Multi-mycotoxin innovation covering 6 major groups: Aflatoxins, Ochratoxin A, Zearalenone, Fumonisins, Type A trichothecenes including T2-HT2, Type B trichothecenes including DON
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An analytical facility of over 200 m² combining the most modern preparation and detection technologies for mycotoxins, for fast and reliable analyses.
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More than 50,000 samples tested for mycotoxins in 2025, demonstrating the robustness of our processes and the scale of our activity.
EXPERTISE
Which mycotoxins do we analyse?
- Aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, G2
- Aflatoxin M1
- Ochratoxin A
- Fumonisins B1, B2, B3
- HT2 toxin
- T2 toxin
- Diacetoxyscirpenol (DAS)
- Monoacetoxyscirpenol
- T2 triol
- Neosolaniol
- Zearalenone
- Deoxynivalenol (DON)
- 3-Acetyl Deoxynivalenol (3-ADON)
- 15-Acetyl Deoxynivalenol (15-ADON)
- Fusarenone X
- Nivalenol (NIV)
- DON-3-Glucoside
- Citrinin
- Ergosterol
- Alternariol, Alternariol methyl ether
- Tenuazonic acid
- Beauvericin
- Enniatin
- Patulin
QUALITY
Our accreditations
Phytocontrol is accredited by COFRAC under LAB GTA 21 (Programme 99-1) for the quantification of mycotoxins in all foodstuffs intended for human and animal consumption, and infant food.
Testimonial
Managing mycotoxin risk: Sophie, Quality Director in the cereal industry, must guarantee the compliance of her maize batches.
Mycotoxins represent a significant risk for our business. We need reliable, fast analytical results to secure our supply chain, validate the compliance of our batches, and make the right decisions if regulatory thresholds are exceeded. With Phytocontrol, we benefit from quality support and great responsiveness. The teams are always available to answer our questions and help us interpret the results. This relationship of trust is a real asset for our quality system.
Beyond analysis
Our training courses
Recommended training courses
Discover 2 key training courses to quickly boost your skills
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Chemical contaminants
Identify the risks linked to toxins produced by moulds.
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HACCP method – introduction
Strengthen your approach to preventing food contamination.
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Products affected by mycotoxins
The Phytocontrol laboratory supports food industry professionals in detecting and managing mycotoxins to ensure product compliance and consumer safety.
