CoA and aflatoxin testing on export spice lots
CoA and aflatoxin talks should be field-by-field, not vibe-based. We show which fields we put on lot docs and how you request extra panels before shipment.
CoA fields worth comparing side by side
A CoA is a lot snapshot. Compare method names and units, not just the bold number in the email.
| Field | Why it matters | Buyer action |
|---|---|---|
| ASTA / SHU | Color or heat window | Match sample band |
| Mesh | Grind behavior | Match line need |
| Steam / sterilize | Retail policy | Yes/no explicit |
| Micro panel | Food safety desk | Per your SOP |
How we walk a CoA with your QA
Close-up of how we expect you to read a CoA: identity first, then the metrics you named in the RFQ.
Where testing sits in the factory timeline
Process still matters: testing sits after pack identity exists. We do not quote lab theater without a lot.
Related products for this guide
Related products — use them as the identity line on your test request.
Aflatoxin panels when the market requires them
Aflatoxin panels are destination-driven. We arrange testing when you name the panel; we do not invent a universal pass stamp.
CoA core
- Identity + specs
- Usually every lot talk
- ASTA/SHU/mesh/steam
Aflatoxin panel
- Named when required
- Method matters
- Results on that lot only
Buyer scenarios and doc emphasis
Scenario map for who asks for which docs.
Retains that back the paperwork
Sealed retains close disputes faster than email threads.
Honesty rule on certifications and claims
We will not invent certifications, MOQs, or prices. If a field is blank on the lot, we say so.
- Only supported lot statements
- No fake certificates
- No silent field padding
Evidence chain and inquiry path
Chain into backup qualification, ASTA steam paprika, and US import — then Contact with your doc list.