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Leaders in Method Development, Validation Studies, Quality Control Testing and Stability Studies

Pharmaceuticals

Natural Health Products

Cosmetics & Personal Care

Herbals & Botanicals

Food & Beverage Products

Cannabis and CBD

Leaders in Method Development, Validation Studies, Quality Control Testing and Stability Studies

Pharmaceuticals

Natural Health Products

Cosmetics & Personal Care

Herbals & Botanicals

Food & Beverage Products

Cannabis and CBD

Your analytical testing laboratory results delivered accurately, quickly and cost-effectively.

Navigating a health product to market is complex and requires strong expertise, speed and agility to achieve success. As one of Canada’s most trusted laboratories for over 30 years, health-focused brands like yours have counted on our proven analytical expertise to run the right tests, using the right methods so your products can live up to your consumer promise for quality, safety and efficacy.

CAL Laboratories is recognized as one of the most trusted Canadian analytical laboratories, delivering regulatory-compliant testing services across multiple industries, including pharmaceuticals, cannabis, psychedelics, environmental, and food safety. At our state-of-the-art facilities in Mississauga, Ontario, we ensure accessibility, efficiency, and accuracy in all lab testing processes.

Our laboratories are Health Canada-licensed, US FDA-registered and inspected and ISO/IEC 17025-accredited, ensuring the highest standard in analytical methodologies, quality assurance, and data integrity.

Your analytical testing laboratory results delivered accurately, quickly and cost-effectively.

Navigating a health product to market is complex and requires strong expertise, speed and agility to achieve success. As one of Canada’s most trusted laboratories for over 30 years, health-focused brands like yours have counted on our proven analytical expertise to run the right tests, using the right methods so your products can live up to your consumer promise for quality, safety and efficacy.

30+ Years

Industry Leadership & Expertise

Leading and emerging brands choose us for our unwavering commitment to regulatory compliance, scientific standards, integrity and impartiality. Our long-standing commitment and leadership and innovation in the Industry and to Research and Development has earned us a reputation for excellence.

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30+ Years

Industry Leadership & Expertise

Leading and emerging brands choose us for our unwavering commitment to regulatory compliance, scientific standards, integrity and impartiality. Our long-standing commitment and leadership and innovation in the Industry and to Research and Development has earned us a reputation for excellence.

Learn more about our company

Serving Canada with High-Quality Lab Testing Since 1986

What types of testing do Canadian laboratories offer?2025-06-18T13:31:48-04:00

Canadian laboratories offer testing for pharmaceuticals, cannabis, psychedelics, food, water, environmental samples, and industrial materials. Testing includes potency, contaminants, microbial analysis, stability, and chemical profiling.

How do I choose a certified laboratory in Canada?2025-06-18T13:32:13-04:00

Look for ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, Health Canada licensing, and demonstrated industry experience. Also consider turnaround time, reporting standards, and customer support.

What makes CAL Laboratories different from other Canadian labs?2025-06-18T13:32:34-04:00

CAL offers multi-industry testing with expert scientists, advanced instrumentation, strict regulatory alignment, and fast, reliable results across Canada – and we love talking to our clients.

What services does CAL Laboratories provide?2025-09-10T11:40:29-04:00

We offer analytical testing for Natural Health Products, Pharmaceuticals, Cannabis, Cosmetics, Food, and Controlled Substances under strict regulatory guidelines.

Is CAL Laboratories recognized outside Canada?2025-09-10T11:40:50-04:00

Yes. CAL Laboratories serves global clients and is registered with the FDA (USA), TGA (Australia), and collaborates internationally on research and regulatory projects.

Why choose CAL Laboratories as your laboratory in Canada?2025-09-10T11:41:12-04:00

Our history, regulatory standing, scientific talent, and robust infrastructure make CAL Laboratories a reliable partner for brands seeking compliant, efficient, and accurate testing solutions.

What food products can Canadian Analytical Laboratories test?2025-09-10T12:18:09-04:00

We test beverages, infant formula, spices, organic foods, snacks, baked goods, and more.

Is your food testing lab accredited?2025-09-10T12:18:32-04:00

Yes, we are ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited for food and beverage testing in Canada.

Can you provide a compliant Nutrition Facts table?2025-09-10T12:18:57-04:00

Yes, we provide accurate nutritional analysis using validated methods suitable for Canadian labelling.

Do you test for allergens and contaminants?2025-09-10T12:19:20-04:00

We screen for allergens, bacterial pathogens, pesticides, and toxic metals.

How do you support food safety programs like HACCP or GMP?2025-09-10T12:19:39-04:00

We offer environmental monitoring, microbial testing, and quality control services aligned with HACCP/GMP protocols.

What makes CAL Laboratories a trusted natural vitamins laboratory?2025-11-07T10:56:51-05:00

Our lab has decades of experience and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation, making us a preferred testing partner for top Canadian and North American supplement brands.

Do you provide Certificates of Analysis for Amazon listings?2025-11-07T10:57:11-05:00

Yes, we provide CoAs that meet Amazon’s requirements for dietary supplements and Natural Health Products sold in Canada and the US.

Can you test for allergens and contaminants in natural supplements?2025-11-07T10:57:32-05:00

Absolutely. We offer ELISA testing for allergens, ICP-OES and ICP-MS for heavy metal analysis, GC-MS-MS for pesticide screening, and compendial microbial testing to ensure product safety.

Do you conduct stability and shelf-life studies?2025-11-07T10:57:55-05:00

Yes, we perform stability studies to help determine accurate expiry dates and ensure long-term product integrity.

What types of products do you test at your botanical laboratory?2025-11-07T11:04:03-05:00

We test herbal supplements, botanical extracts, essential oils, teas, tinctures, and other plant-based health products.

Do you provide essential oil purity testing?2025-11-07T11:04:28-05:00

Yes. Our essential oil testing laboratory performs composition analysis and detects adulteration using advanced analytical methods like GC-MS.

Can you help verify botanical ingredient claims on product labels?2025-11-07T11:04:50-05:00

Absolutely. We provide validated data for active compounds, helping companies meet label claim accuracy requirements.

Do you test for contaminants in herbal products?2025-11-07T11:05:15-05:00

Yes. We test for heavy metals, pesticides, microbial contamination, and residual solvents to ensure product safety.

Are your methods compliant with Health Canada regulations?2025-11-07T11:05:42-05:00

Yes. All testing methods follow ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards and are aligned with Health Canada and international regulatory guidelines.

What is cosmetic stability testing and why is it required?2025-11-07T11:21:51-05:00

It determines how long a product maintains its quality, safety, and efficacy under specific storage conditions.

Can you test sunscreen SPF active ingredients?2025-11-07T11:23:33-05:00

Yes, we test all North American approved sunscreen active ingredients in line with Health Canada and FDA regulations.

What regulatory frameworks do your tests comply with?2025-11-07T11:23:53-05:00

We follow USP, FCC, AOAC, ISO, FDA 21 CFR, and Health Canada guidelines.

Is microbial testing included?2025-11-07T11:24:11-05:00

Yes. We test for bacterial pathogens, yeast, and mold contamination in both raw and finished products.

Do you provide packaging compatibility studies?2025-11-07T11:24:31-05:00

Yes. We assess how packaging affects product stability over time.

Do you provide preservative efficacy testing?2025-11-07T11:24:54-05:00

Yes. We assess the efficacy of preservative systems in R&D and commercial samples.

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