Advancing safety standards
Kunafa-flavored chocolate bars may taste indulgent, but beneath the rich sweetness, some products can carry risks far beyond calories and sugar. Many consumers are unaware that Aflatoxin and Ochratoxin, two naturally occurring food contaminants can find their way into chocolate through contaminated nuts, dairy ingredients or improperly stored raw materials.
Aflatoxin and Ochratoxin: The silent threats in your treat
When Aflatoxin and Ochratoxin contaminate chocolate, the danger is not visible, but the impact on human health can be severe. Together, these toxins can create a mix of silent threats that quietly compromise your health.
Health Risks:
- Damage to kidney health
- Long-term liver impairment
- Heightened risk when both toxins are present simultaneously
- Increased vulnerability in children, pregnant women and individuals with weakened immunity
These risks make regular monitoring and safety checks essential, especially for chocolate products that incorporate ingredients like nuts, milk solids, spices, or traditional dessert flavors such as Kunafa.
Our capabilities
We help chocolate brands and manufacturers ensure that every bar is as safe as it is delicious. Our expertise shields you from hidden contaminants through:
Rigorous testing and screening
- Advanced laboratory analysis to detect Aflatoxin, Ochratoxin and other mycotoxins with precision.
Assessment and traceability
- We trace contamination sources, evaluate ingredient pathways and ensure transparency across your production cycle.
Supply chain audits and certifications
- Independent audits and internationally recognized certifications that strengthen consumer trust and compliance.
Safer chocolate, stronger confidence
Whether you are producing Kunafa-infused chocolate bars or sourcing ingredients for confectionery manufacturing, the right safety protocols are essential. With SGS, you safeguard your brand, your consumers and the integrity of every product that reaches the shelf.
Please reach out to us at ae.multilab@sgs.com or via our web form.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
