Global Spice Testing & Certification: Cotecna Ensures Food Safety and Compliance

In today’s global spice trade, authenticity, food safety, and regulatory compliance are more critical than ever. 

We at Cotecna, a trusted leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC), support the spice industry with end‑to‑end solutions from farm to fork. 

Through specialized hubs such as Geo-Chem Laboratories, Neotron, Cotecna Lab Netherlands (acting under the name NofaLab until January 1, 2027), Fitosoil, Shiva, and Wimpey Laboratories, we deliver harmonized, reliable, and internationally recognized spice testing services. 

Our expertise covers residue testing, contaminant analysis, and adulteration detection, ensuring compliance with ISO, HACCP, Codex, and regional standards. 

With Cotecna’s global laboratory network, we help exporters and importers move spices seamlessly across Europe, the USA, the Middle East, and Asia. 

Watch our corporate video to discover how we safeguard the future of spices.  

About Cotecna - Spices Testing

With over 50 years of global experience, Cotecna is a trusted partner in testing, inspection, and certification services across agriculture, food, pharmaceuticals.

In the spices sector, Cotecna supports clients across Europe, the Middle East, and South Asia by:

• Ensuring compliance with international food safety and quality standards
• Verifying product authenticity and origin
• Managing pesticide, contaminant, and residue risks
• Supporting sustainability and organic certification programmes
• Helping navigate evolving regulatory and market requirements

Through our global laboratory network, technical expertise, and deep regional knowledge, Cotecna helps spice producers, traders, and brands mitigate risk, protect their reputation, and build confidence in international markets.