The ongoing revision of ISO/IEC 17020, Conformity assessment – Requirements for bodies performing inspection, remains in development as of February 2026. While not yet officially…
Section 401 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) empowers states and tribes to protect water quality by certifying that federally permitted discharges will meet applicable…
Coffee is one of the most widely-consumed food products globally. Unfortunately, it is susceptible to fungus or mold that produces toxins known as mycotoxins. Eating a…
The foundation of any laboratory’s reputation is built on confidence in the laboratory’s ability to provide correct and reliable data. Data integrity is critical to…
ANAB has become the industry leader in providing accreditation to SAE AS 6171A: Test Methods Standard; General Requirements, Suspect/Counterfeit, Electrical, Electronic, And Electromechanical Parts, which…
Reference materials (RMs) and certified reference materials (CRMs) are produced by reference material producers (RMPs). A reference material producer is a “body (organization or company,…
Forensic toxicology is the identification and quantification of biological samples (such as blood, urine, or tissue) for the presence of toxins— including drugs, alcohols, and…
Gathering experts from the expanse of industries, committees and subcommittees develop standards through the voluntary consensus process. One such subcommittee, ANSC C63 SC 6, is…
Selecting an appropriate test method for food products is never a one-size-fits-all proposition. Food products range from raw ingredients to processed foods and beverages in…