LC-MS/MS + GC-MS/MS
Method
200+ Analytes
Panel
Sub-ppb
Sensitivity
7–12 days
TAT

Why Herbal Supplements Are High-Risk for Pesticides

Botanicals sourced from overseas often originate in regions with fewer pesticide regulations and higher application rates.

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Imported Botanicals

Ashwagandha, turmeric, rhodiola, and similar adaptogens are typically imported from India, China, or Eastern Europe.

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Mushroom Extracts

Functional mushroom products (lion's mane, reishi, chaga) may carry agricultural chemical residues from cultivation.

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EU Market Access

EU MRL limits are often 10–100x stricter than US thresholds. Testing for EU compliance requires the full panel.

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Whole Foods Compliance

Major natural retailers require pesticide COAs for botanical SKUs. Our reports meet their format requirements.

Herbals Pesticide Panel Details

Full multi-residue coverage in one submission.

How to Submit a Sample

Submitting takes less than 5 minutes. Most projects turn around in 5–10 business days from sample receipt.

1

Request Online

Fill out our sample intake form — sample type, quantity, and timeline. We confirm turnaround and quote within one business day.

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Ship Your Sample

We'll send submission instructions and our San Diego shipping address. Most samples ship ambient or cold depending on stability requirements.

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Receive Your COA

Results are delivered as a signed PDF COA within the agreed turnaround. Rush service (2–3 business days) available for urgent timelines.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which herbs are highest risk for pesticide contamination?

Ashwagandha, ginseng, turmeric, and St. John's Wort sourced from Asia frequently show pesticide residues. Mushroom extracts can also be problematic.

Do you test mushroom products specifically?

Yes. Our method is validated for mushroom extract matrices. Mushroom products have unique extraction challenges that we account for in our sample prep.

Can I get just a targeted test for specific pesticides I'm concerned about?

Yes. If you know specific pesticides to target from your supply chain documentation, we can run a targeted screen at lower cost.

Ready to Get Your COA?

Submit your samples and receive an ISO 17025 accreditation pending Certificate of Analysis. Results in 5–10 business days.