Microbiological Testing

UL's microbiological testing provides a vital quality check on consumer products. We help companies understand and measure the risk of contamination across a wide range of consumer goods, ranging from soaps to soups to supplements. Our customers choose to work with UL to help ensure that their products meet critical industry safety and reliability specifications and the demands of customers and regulatory bodies. Definition UL detects aerobic plate counts, yeast and mold, and pathogens that may be present in consumer products. Benefits The testing experts who work in UL’s worldwide network of laboratories use the most-advanced methodologies to comprehensively test for potentially hazardous pathogens and spoilage organisms. Our tools and testing processes evolve continuously to keep pace with this fast-moving space and are built on a solid foundation of over 60 years of experience supporting the efficacy and safety of consumer products. An independent, third-party testing provider, UL offers stand-alone testing and turnkey quality assurance solutions with a range of integrated services. National and private-label brands trust UL to help keep their consumable products safe and effective.