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Additive Reference Standards for Food, Pharmaceutical, and Research Testing

- Explore certified additive reference standards for accurate HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS analysis. Perfect for food safety, pharmaceutical quality control, and research laboratories requiring traceable, high-purity calibration solutions.

At uHPLCs, we specialize in producing high-purity Additive Reference Standards designed to meet the demanding needs of food safety testing, pharmaceutical quality control, and advanced research laboratories.
Our catalog includes a broad range of additives such as food colorants, preservatives, sweeteners, stabilizers, antioxidants, and emulsifiers, enabling precise calibration for HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS analytical workflows.

Every additive standard is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and comprehensive documentation to support GMP, ISO/IEC 17025, and global regulatory requirements.
Whether you are testing food products for label compliance, verifying pharmaceutical excipients, or conducting academic research, uHPLCs Additive Reference Standards provide the accuracy, traceability, and reliability you need.

We provide a wide selection of reference standards, including:

Sugar Standards – for carbohydrate analysis and food research
Vitamin Standards – supporting nutritional, pharmaceutical, and clinical testing
Amino Acid Standards – ensuring precision in protein and biochemical studies
Fatty Acid Standards – essential for lipid and metabolic analysis
Drug Impurity Standards – reliable tools for pharmaceutical quality control
Industrial Reference Standards – tailored to chemical and material industries
Food Reference Standards – supporting safety, labeling, and compliance testing
Antioxidant Standards – critical for food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical research

In addition, we also offer custom preparation services to meet unique project needs, ensuring every reference standard delivers dependable performance.

Types Additive Reference Standard We Supply

Food Preservatives

Sweeteners

Colorants

Antioxidants

Stabilizers & Emulsifiers

Pharmaceutical Excipients

Plasticizers & Contaminant Standards

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uHPLCs provides a comprehensive portfolio of reference standards, covering:

Sugars & Carbohydrates (e.g., Glucose, Lactose, Raffinose)
Vitamins (A, B-series, C, D, E, K, etc.)
Amino Acids (standard & derivatives)
Fatty Acids (C14:0, C16:0, C18:0, etc.)
Pharmaceutical Impurities & Metabolites

This wide coverage reduces the need to source from multiple suppliers, ensuring consistency, reliability, and efficiency for laboratories and research facilities.

All standards are supplied with accurate molecular formula data, CAS numbers, and specifications.
Many products come with high purity levels (HPLC ≥ 98–99%) and batch traceability, supporting regulatory compliance in pharmaceuticals, food safety, and chemical analysis.
This ensures that your analytical testing results are precise, repeatable, and internationally credible.

Multiple pack sizes (mg to g scale) to match both R&D and production testing needs.
OEM & custom preparation available for specific reference standards not commonly listed.
Competitive pricing and direct factory supply provide cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.

This flexibility makes uHPLCs an ideal partner for academic labs, pharmaceutical companies, and industrial QC teams.

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Customize Reference Standards Service

At uHPLCs, we understand that every laboratory, research project, and industrial application may require unique reference standards beyond standard catalogs. That’s why we provide a tailored Custom Reference Standards Service designed to meet your specific analytical and regulatory needs.

What We Offer

Custom Synthesis – Preparation of reference standards that are not commercially available or require specific modifications.
Flexible Packaging – From milligram-level for research to gram-level for industrial QC testing.
Wide Coverage – Carbohydrates, vitamins, amino acids, fatty acids, pharmaceutical impurities, and more.
High Purity & Documentation – Delivered with COA, CAS data, molecular structure, and full traceability.

Why Choose uHPLCs Custom Service?

One-Stop Solution – Save time and resources by sourcing customized standards directly from a specialized manufacturer.
Expert Technical Support – Our experienced chemists and engineers ensure accurate synthesis and verification.
Fast Turnaround & Competitive Pricing – Reliable delivery with cost-effective solutions compared to global suppliers.
OEM & Confidential Service – We also provide OEM preparation with strict confidentiality to protect your intellectual property.

What
Clients Say

uHPLCs additive reference standards have been a game-changer for our food safety lab. Their high purity and accurate documentation make regulatory audits seamless and stress-free.

QA ManagerSafeFoods Inc

We rely on uHPLCs for testing pharmaceutical excipients. Their standards ensure the precision we need for GMP compliance and stability studies.

Quality Control DirectorMediCore Pharma

Their fast, temperature-controlled shipping helps us keep our production lines running smoothly worldwide. We've never faced a stock-out since switching to uHPLCs.

Supply Chain DirectorNutriLife Global

Our academic team trusts uHPLCs additive standards for toxicity and metabolic studies. The consistency of their products supports reproducible scientific publications.

Principal InvestigatorBioTech Innovations

We needed a custom blend of sweeteners for a specific research project, and uHPLCs delivered quickly with full compliance documents. Outstanding service!

MüllerUniversity of Heidelberg

Frequently Asked Questions

As Follow is Some Frequently Questions People Asked

1. What are Additive Reference Standards and why are they essential?

Additive Reference Standards are high-purity calibration materials used in analytical testing to verify the presence, concentration, and quality of additives in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
They are essential for:

Food Safety Compliance: Ensure additives like preservatives and colorants meet regulatory limits.
Pharmaceutical Quality Control: Validate excipient levels in formulations.
Regulatory Documentation: Provide traceability for FDA, EFSA, and ISO audits.
Method Validation: Establish accurate HPLC and GC-MS testing procedures.

Industry	Purpose	Example
Food & Beverage	Label claim verification	Sweetener concentration in soft drinks
Pharmaceutical	Excipients analysis	Magnesium stearate in tablets
Research Labs	Toxicity studies	Food additive metabolism research

2. What industries rely most on additive standards?

Additive Reference Standards are critical for several industries:

Food and Beverage Manufacturers:
- Label verification and consumer safety testing.
- Checking preservative and colorant levels.
Nutritional Supplement Companies:
- Verify sweetener and antioxidant concentrations in health products.
Pharmaceutical Industry:
- Ensure consistent excipient levels for formulation stability.
Cosmetic Companies:
- Analyze colorants and stabilizers for safety compliance.
Third-Party Testing Laboratories:
- Provide independent analysis services for B2B clients.

Industry	Key Additives Tested	Primary Methods
Food & Beverage	Preservatives, Sweeteners, Colorants	HPLC, GC-MS
Pharmaceuticals	Excipients, Stabilizers	LC-MS, UV Spectroscopy
Cosmetics	Dyes, Emulsifiers	HPLC, FTIR
Research	Antioxidants, Synthetic Additives	GC-MS, LC-MS/MS

3. Which documentation comes with uHPLCs additive standards?

To meet your global B2B compliance needs, every shipment includes:

Certificate of Analysis (CoA):
- Purity data
- Lot number
- Expiration date
- Analytical methodology
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS):
- Storage and handling guidelines
- Safety precautions
Batch Traceability Records:
- Required for GMP and ISO audits
Stability Information:
- Recommended storage conditions and shelf-life data

4. How to properly store additive reference standards?

Proper storage prevents degradation and ensures testing accuracy:

Temperature:
- Most additives: 2–8°C refrigerated
- Light-sensitive compounds: -20°C freezer
Light Protection:
- Store in amber vials or foil packaging.
Humidity Control:
- Keep in desiccators or sealed environments.

Condition	Risk if Improper	Solution
Heat	Accelerated degradation	Cold chain shipping
UV Light	Photodegradation of colorants	Amber glass
Moisture	Contamination	Desiccants and sealed storage

5. How do these standards help with regulatory audits?

Additive Reference Standards are indispensable for regulatory compliance:

Provide traceable data for FDA, EFSA, and ISO audits.
Validate analytical methods for HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS.
Reduce the risk of product recalls by ensuring label claims are accurate.
Support international trade by meeting import/export requirements for additives.