Helping Manufacturers Meet European Requirements for Packaging Safety, Sustainability, and Regulatory Compliance
The European Union's evolving packaging regulations are reshaping how packaging manufacturers, exporters, brand owners, and food businesses demonstrate product safety and environmental responsibility. With stricter expectations around hazardous substances, migration limits, recyclability, and sustainability, comprehensive analytical testing has become essential for companies seeking access to the European market.
At Shiva Analyticals (India) Pvt. Ltd., Part of the Cotecna Group, we help businesses navigate these requirements through a broad range of NABL-accredited testing services designed to support packaging compliance and market readiness.
Comprehensive Testing Capabilities for Packaging Compliance
Heavy Metals Analysis
Packaging materials must be assessed for the presence of regulated heavy metals that may pose risks to human health and the environment.
Our laboratory offers testing for:
Lead (Pb)
Cadmium (Cd)
Mercury (Hg)
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr VI)
Using advanced analytical techniques such as:
ICP-MS
UV Spectroscopy
These analyses help manufacturers verify compliance with applicable restrictions on hazardous substances in packaging materials.
PFAS Screening
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have become a key area of regulatory focus due to their persistence in the environment and potential health concerns.
Our capabilities include:
Targeted PFAS analysis
PFAS screening using LC-MS/MS
Detection and quantification of specific regulated compounds
These services support food-contact packaging manufacturers in evaluating compliance with evolving European requirements.
Migration Studies for Food-Contact Materials
Migration testing is fundamental to demonstrating the safety of food-contact packaging and ensuring that substances do not migrate into food at unacceptable levels.
Our services include:
Overall migration testing
Specific migration testing
Food simulant studies
Compliance assessments against applicable EU food-contact requirements
These studies help manufacturers establish the suitability of packaging materials intended for direct or indirect food contact.
Contaminant and Residue Analysis
Shiva Analyticals provides advanced screening and quantification of potential contaminants and non-intentionally added substances (NIAS), including:
Heavy Metals
Primary and Secondary Amines
Bisphenol A (BPA) Screening
DEHP Screening
Other targeted contaminants and residues
Our analytical expertise supports manufacturers in identifying and managing potential compliance risks before products reach the market.
Advanced Analytical Infrastructure
Our state-of-the-art laboratory is equipped with:
ICP-MS for ultra-trace elemental analysis
LC-MS/MS for PFAS, migrants, and targeted contaminants
GC-MS/MS for volatile, semi-volatile, and NIAS screening
UV-Vis Spectroscopy and supporting analytical platforms
Comprehensive sample preparation and extraction facilities
This combination of advanced instrumentation and scientific expertise enables accurate, reliable, and defensible testing results.
Why Shiva Analyticals?
Businesses choose Shiva Analyticals for packaging compliance testing because of our:
NABL-accredited laboratory facilities
Experienced regulatory and scientific professionals
Advanced analytical capabilities
Reliable turnaround times
End-to-end compliance support
Access to Cotecna's global network and expertise
Supporting Your Journey to the European Market
As packaging regulations continue to evolve, proactive compliance is becoming a critical business requirement. Through comprehensive testing, scientific expertise, and regulatory support, Shiva Analyticals helps manufacturers and exporters build confidence in their packaging materials and strengthen their readiness for European market requirements.
Partner with Shiva Analyticals to evaluate packaging safety, manage compliance risks, and support successful access to global markets.
About Shiva Analyticals
Shiva Analyticals is a leading testing laboratory in India, offering precise analytical services across industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, agriculture, and petroleum. Specializing in regulatory compliance and safety, Shiva uses state-of-the-art facilities and cGMP-compliant practices to deliver reliable, tailored solutions that help businesses ensure product quality and meet industry standards.