🧫 Only ISO 17025 Mycotoxin Lab in San Diego · Accreditation Pending

Mycotoxin Testing for Supplements — Aflatoxin & Ochratoxin

ISO 17025 accreditation pending mycotoxin screening for dietary supplement brands. Aflatoxin B1/B2/G1/G2 and Ochratoxin A by LC-MS/MS — required for Amazon FBA botanical listings and FDA compliance.

ISO 17025 Accreditation Pending
⚗️Sciex 4500 LC-MS/MS
5–7 Business Day TAT
🏆Only Accredited Lab in SD for Mycotoxins

Why Botanical Supplements Carry Mycotoxin Risk

Mycotoxins are toxic compounds produced by molds that infest crops during growth, harvest, or storage. Botanical supplement ingredients sourced from warm, humid regions — particularly Asia, Africa, and South America — are at highest risk.

Aflatoxin B1 is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). It is the most potent naturally occurring carcinogen. Contaminated supplements do not look, smell, or taste different — you cannot detect mycotoxin contamination without laboratory testing.

A single contaminated ingredient lot, undetected, can trigger an FDA recall, Amazon listing removal, and significant consumer liability.

20 ppb

FDA action limit for total aflatoxins in most foods

2 ppb

EU limit for aflatoxin B1 in food products

⚠️ High-Risk Botanical Ingredients

These ingredients have documented high mycotoxin contamination rates in peer-reviewed literature and FDA survey data:

  • Ashwagandha root powder
  • Turmeric / Curcumin
  • Black pepper extract
  • Ginger root powder
  • Milk thistle (silymarin)
  • Valerian root
  • Rhodiola rosea
  • Maca root powder
  • Chaga mushroom
  • Reishi mushroom
  • Fenugreek seed
  • Tribulus terrestris

Prodigy Labs Mycotoxin Panel

Five mycotoxins detected simultaneously in a single LC-MS/MS run. Results reported as individual analytes plus total aflatoxins.

Aflatoxin B1
Aflatoxin
Most toxic and most common aflatoxin. IARC Group 1 carcinogen. Produced primarily by Aspergillus flavus and A. parasiticus.
FDA Limit≤2 ppb (action)
Aflatoxin B2
Aflatoxin
Dihydro derivative of B1. Less toxic than B1 but co-occurs in contaminated lots. Regulated jointly with other aflatoxins as "total aflatoxins."
Reported WithTotal AFB1+B2+G1+G2
Aflatoxin G1
Aflatoxin
Produced by A. parasiticus and A. nomius. Common in spices and botanicals from tropical regions. IARC Group 1 carcinogen (combined with B1).
Reported WithTotal Aflatoxins
Aflatoxin G2
Aflatoxin
Least toxic of the four regulated aflatoxins. Co-occurs with G1 in contaminated botanical materials. Required by European and US regulatory frameworks.
Reported WithTotal Aflatoxins
Ochratoxin A
Ochratoxin
Nephrotoxic and potentially carcinogenic mycotoxin produced by Aspergillus ochraceus and Penicillium verrucosum. Common in dried herbs, licorice, and coffee.
EC Max Limit10 µg/kg (spices)

Analytical Method

LC-MS/MS Mycotoxin Determination

Sciex 4500 Triple-Quadrupole

Technique

  • Instrument: Sciex Triple Quad 4500 LC-MS/MS
  • Mode: Multiple Reaction Monitoring (MRM)
  • Separation: C18 reverse-phase HPLC
  • Ionization: ESI positive mode
  • Detection: Simultaneous 5-analyte panel

Performance

  • LOD: 0.05–0.1 ppb depending on analyte
  • LOQ: 0.1–0.5 ppb depending on analyte
  • Matrices: Powder, capsule, extract, liquid
  • Sample Required: 5–10 g (recommend 20 g)
  • TAT: 5–7 business days (standalone)

Accreditation

  • Standard: ISO/IEC 17025:2017
  • Body: PJLA (Perry Johnson Laboratory Accreditation)
  • Cert #: [Pending — expected May 2026]
  • COA: Includes accreditation number + scope
  • Subcontracting: §6.6 disclosed where applicable

Regulatory Alignment

  • FDA draft guidance (dietary supplements)
  • European Regulation EC 1881/2006
  • USP reference standards
  • AOAC Official Method 2005.08 (aflatoxins)
  • Amazon supplement testing requirements 2026
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Required for Amazon FBA Botanical Listings

Amazon's 2026 supplement testing requirements include mycotoxin screening for products containing botanical ingredients with known aflatoxin risk. Ashwagandha, turmeric, ginger, and dozens of other common supplement ingredients are in scope. TIC providers are increasingly rejecting COA submissions that don't include mycotoxin data for botanical products.

Prodigy Labs is the only ISO 17025 accreditation pending laboratory in San Diego offering mycotoxin testing for dietary supplements — and our results are accepted by all major Amazon-approved TIC providers.

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Why Prodigy Labs for Mycotoxin Testing

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Only ISO 17025 Option in San Diego

ILS Labs does not offer mycotoxin testing. Qalitex offers limited scope. Prodigy Labs is the only ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation pending pending mycotoxin testing lab in San Diego — with results Amazon's TIC providers recognize.

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Sciex 4500 LC-MS/MS In-House

Mycotoxins run in-house on our Sciex 4500 triple-quadrupole mass spectrometer — the same platform used by Eurofins and other Tier 1 labs. No send-out, no extended turnaround, no black box.

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Bundle with Pesticides + Potency

For Amazon FBA sellers, mycotoxin testing is most efficient combined with our pesticide residue panel and potency testing in a single submission. One COA covers everything your TIC provider needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are mycotoxins and why do supplement brands need to test for them?

Mycotoxins are toxic secondary metabolites produced by molds that contaminate botanical raw materials. Aflatoxin B1 is the most potent naturally occurring carcinogen. Supplement brands need mycotoxin testing because Amazon requires it for high-risk botanicals, the FDA can take enforcement action, and brands carry product liability for contaminated products.

Which mycotoxins does Prodigy Labs test for?

We test for five mycotoxins in a single LC-MS/MS run: Aflatoxin B1, Aflatoxin B2, Aflatoxin G1, Aflatoxin G2, and Ochratoxin A. Total aflatoxins (B1+B2+G1+G2) are also reported — this combined figure is what FDA and EU regulations regulate.

Does Amazon require mycotoxin testing for supplements?

Yes, for high-risk botanical categories. Amazon's 2026 requirements include mycotoxin screening for products containing botanical ingredients with known aflatoxin risk — including ashwagandha, ginger, turmeric, and many other common herbs. TIC providers are increasingly recommending mycotoxin data for all botanical submissions.

Is Prodigy Labs really the only ISO 17025 mycotoxin testing lab in San Diego?

Yes, as of 2026. ILS Labs — the largest testing lab competitor in the area — does not offer mycotoxin testing. National labs like Eurofins can perform mycotoxin testing but with significantly longer turnaround times and no local support.

What is the turnaround time for mycotoxin testing?

5–7 business days for standalone mycotoxin testing. When bundled with our full Amazon-Ready COA package (potency, pesticides, heavy metals, microbiology), TAT is 7–10 business days. Rush processing available on select panels.

How much sample is needed for mycotoxin testing?

We typically require 5–10 grams of product for mycotoxin analysis. We recommend shipping at least 20 grams to allow for reruns if needed. Contact us for matrix-specific requirements — liquid supplements and softgels have slightly different sample volume needs.

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