Coffee and mushroom-coffee blends are high-risk matrices for ochratoxin A and aflatoxins. LC-MS/MS testing with fast turnaround COA for brands and importers.
Coffee is one of the most commonly cited sources of ochratoxin A (OTA) exposure in the Western diet.
Ochratoxin A is produced by Aspergillus and Penicillium molds on improperly stored green coffee beans.
Functional mushroom blends (reishi, lion's mane, chaga) add additional mycotoxin risk from the mushroom fractions.
EU limits OTA in roasted coffee to 5 ppb. Our method detects well below this threshold.
Coffee importers and functional beverage brands both need documented mycotoxin data for retail and export compliance.
Comprehensive panel prioritized for coffee-relevant toxins.
Submitting takes less than 5 minutes. Most projects turn around in 5–10 business days from sample receipt.
Fill out our sample intake form — sample type, quantity, and timeline. We confirm turnaround and quote within one business day.
We'll send submission instructions and our San Diego shipping address. Most samples ship ambient or cold depending on stability requirements.
Results are delivered as a signed PDF COA within the agreed turnaround. Rush service (2–3 business days) available for urgent timelines.
Roasting reduces OTA by 30–90% but does not eliminate it. EU limits apply to roasted coffee, not just green beans. Testing finished product is essential.
We can test green coffee, roasted ground, and coffee extracts or concentrates. Sample prep varies by matrix.
The EU limit is 5 ppb for roasted coffee and instant coffee, and 10 ppb for green coffee. We report against both.
Submit your samples and receive an ISO 17025 accreditation pending Certificate of Analysis. Results in 5–10 business days.