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"Allergen Eye Immunochromatography" is a food testing kit that combines traditional reliability with new convenience. You can select the appropriate testing method according to your needs, accommodating a wide range from highly accurate tests to easy-to-implement self-testing. In addition to the boiling water extraction method, a new testing method suitable for solid samples, the mixer extraction method, has been added, enabling simpler and faster testing. [Features] ■ High-precision testing while retaining traditional testing methods ■ Easy-to-implement self-testing for convenient contamination checks ■ A rich lineup covering many testing items *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Allergen testing

The allergen detection kit for wheat (gluten) has recently obtained the internationally recognized AOAC PTM (Performance Tested Methods) certification. This rapid testing kit allows for the detection of wheat, rye, and barley at a high sensitivity of 2 ppm. It can be utilized across a wide range of processes in food manufacturing environments where risk management of trace contamination is required, from confirming raw material acceptance to monitoring production lines and ensuring the quality of final products. In addition to verifying the validity of gluten-free labeling, it also addresses the management of wheat allergens designated as specific ingredients in Japan, contributing to the prevention of allergy incidents. A significant feature is that the measurement performance and reproducibility have been evaluated by a third-party organization due to the AOAC PTM certification. This testing tool balances ease of use with high reliability, strongly supporting daily quality and safety management.

• Other analytical and testing equipment

On March 9, 2023, the food labeling standards were revised, and "walnuts" were added to the list of items that must be labeled for food allergies. In tests without an extraction process, such as wipe tests, proteins that are soluble in water are detected. However, nut-based products like walnuts and almonds are not easily soluble in water, so it is necessary to make the proteins more soluble. With the "Allergen Eye Wipe Test Kit for Walnuts" and "Allergen Eye Wipe Test Kit for Almonds," by adding extraction solution components to the wipe solution, allergenic proteins can be detected with high sensitivity. 【Features】 - By adding a wipe solution, allergenic proteins are dissolved, allowing for accurate testing. - The presence or absence of food allergens can be determined after 20 minutes. - There is a small pack (for 5 tests) available, providing peace of mind for infrequent testing. - The small pack includes cotton swabs with buffer solution and a 1mL dropper for the wipe test solution, allowing for a complete wipe test with just this one kit. *Please prepare a micropipette that can measure 100μL separately. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Analytical Equipment and Devices

The liquid quantification sampling stick "Paper Pipette" allows for the collection of a specific amount of trace liquids that require dilution. No special equipment is needed, and by taking a fixed amount of liquid and mixing it with water or similar, you can create dilution solutions of 100 times or 1000 times. 【Simple 3-Step Testing Process】 1. Dip into the liquid to be diluted for 5 seconds. 2. Remove the Paper Pipette. 3. Mix in water or similar liquid for 10 seconds to achieve uniformity. 【Examples of Use Cases】 ■ For food analysis - Dilution for measuring L-glutamic acid concentration in food and beverages. - Dilution for measuring glucose concentration in beverages. - Dilution for testing solutions in food allergen testing. ■ For sampling water in environments such as rivers and ponds. ■ For sampling media for the analysis of microorganisms and cell culture solutions. *For more details, please request materials or view the PDF data available for download.

• Other laboratory equipment and containers

The component of umami, glutamic acid, is an important amino acid that determines the deliciousness of food. It is abundantly found in meat and vegetables and is used in a variety of processed foods as a seasoning. This product has developed a kit that allows for easy measurement of the approximate concentration of glutamic acid. 【Features】 ■ You can easily measure the concentration of glutamic acid in food and beverages using the test kit. ■ Applicable for analysis of medium components in biological samples and cell cultures. ■ Simply dilute the food you want to measure with water, dip the test strip, and wait for 10 minutes. ■ The concentration in the sample is calculated based on the concentration obtained from the color standard. ■ A sample kit is available for first-time customers. *For more details, please contact us or view the PDF data from the download.

• Other inspection equipment and devices

"Allergen Eye Quick" is a kit that allows for the rapid and easy confirmation of food allergen residues on food manufacturing lines. There are kits available for recommended items such as soy and sesame, allowing you to gather the kits for the allergens you wish to test from the Allergen Eye series. 【Features】 ■ Testing is as simple as dipping directly into the wiping solution or rinsing water (dilution required). ■ Determine the presence of food allergens after 10 minutes. ■ There are small packs (for 5 tests) available, so you can feel secure even if testing frequency is low. ■ The small pack comes with a cotton swab containing buffer solution, allowing for wipe tests with just this one item. ■ A wide range of products available. 【Product Lineup】 ◎ Egg ◎ Milk (Casein) ◎ Wheat ◎ Buckwheat ◎ Peanut ◎ Crustaceans ◎ Soy ◎ Sesame 【About Product Expiration Date】 This product is shipped with a shelf life of at least 3 months. Since the expiration date varies for each product upon shipment, please contact us if you need to confirm. *For more details, please request materials or view the PDF data available for download.

• Other inspection equipment and devices

We have obtained ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation from the Japan Accreditation Board for the following tests: radiation testing, nutritional component testing, microbiological testing, and pesticide residue testing. For details on the testing methods and accreditation scope of ISO/IEC 17025, please visit the quality assurance page on our website. ■ Microbiological testing ■ Nutritional components, vitamins, minerals ■ Sugars, organic acids, amino acids, fatty acids ■ Food additives and other physicochemical tests ■ Specific raw material testing (allergens) ■ Pesticide and veterinary drug residue testing ■ Mycotoxin testing ■ Radiation testing ■ Heavy metals and harmful substances testing ■ Foreign matter inspection ■ Quality testing

• Contract Inspection

Precautions This kit is designed to detect unmodified (unheated) target proteins. Examples of use: raw materials (not subjected to high temperature and pressure), intermediate products before heating (such as seasoned meat). Heated denatured proteins cannot be detected. If you are dealing with heat-processed products or are unsure about the heating process, please use the "Allergen Eye Immunochromatography for Heating." If you are unsure about which testing kit to choose, please contact the manufacturer listed on the back. 【Features】 ■ Easy to operate, no special equipment required. ■ Can detect allergenic proteins at 2 ppm in food. ■ Available in small packs, so you can feel secure even if testing frequency is low. ■ The extraction solution is common for all items, allowing simultaneous testing of other items. 【Lineup】 ◎ Egg ◎ Milk (Casein) ◎ Milk (Whey) ◎ Wheat *For details, please request materials or view the PDF data available for download.

• Other inspection equipment and devices

The "Allergen Eye ELISA II" is a kit for quantifying allergen concentrations in food. It is recommended for those who want to know how much allergen was present in samples that tested positive with the Allergen Eye immunochromatography, or for those who wish to manage testing in accordance with notification methods. 【Features】 ■ Accurately quantifies food allergenic substances from 1 to 20 ppm in food. ■ Capable of testing a wide range of foods, from raw materials to processed foods. ■ Excellent specificity due to original monoclonal antibodies, resulting in fewer false positives. ■ Testing method compliant with notification standards. 【Lineup】 ◎ Eggs ◎ Milk ◎ Wheat ◎ Buckwheat ◎ Peanuts 【Notes】 When testing with Allergen Eye ELISA II, special equipment (such as a plate reader and plate washer) is required. Please consult us if you are introducing it for the first time. *For more details, please request materials or view the PDF data available for download.

• Other inspection equipment and devices

"Allergen Eye Quick" is a kit that allows for quick and easy confirmation of food allergen residues on food manufacturing lines. There are kits available for recommended items such as soy and sesame, allowing you to gather the kits for the allergens you wish to test from the Allergen Eye series. 【Features】 ■ Testing is as simple as directly dipping into a wiping solution or rinsing water (dilution required) ■ Determine the presence or absence of food allergens after 10 minutes ■ There are small packs (for 5 tests) available, so you can feel secure even if testing frequency is low. ■ The small pack comes with a buffered cotton swab, allowing for wipe tests with just this one item. ■ A wide range of products available 【Product Lineup】 ◎ Egg ◎ Milk (Casein) ◎ Wheat ◎ Buckwheat ◎ Peanut ◎ Crustacean ◎ Soy ◎ Sesame 【About Product Expiration Dates】 This product is shipped with an expiration date of at least three months. Since the expiration date varies for each product at the time of shipment, please contact us if you need to confirm it. *For more details, please request materials or view the PDF data available for download.

• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments

The "Allergen Eye Immunochromatography Heating Kit" is a kit that allows for easy testing of allergens in various food products, including raw materials and processed foods. It can be stored at room temperature, and since the extraction solution is common for all tests, simultaneous testing of other items is possible. 【Features】 ■ Allows for easy and rapid testing of allergens in various foods. ■ Can detect allergenic proteins at 2ppm in food. ■ Has a high correlation with the notification method ELISA for specific ingredients. ■ Available in small packs, making it convenient for infrequent testing. ■ The extraction solution is common for all tests, enabling simultaneous testing of other items. 【Lineup】 ◎ Egg ◎ Milk (Casein) ◎ Milk (Whey) ◎ Wheat ◎ Buckwheat ◎ Peanut ◎ Crustaceans ◎ Soybean ◎ Sesame ◎ Almond ◎ Walnut *For more details, please request materials or view the PDF data available for download.

• Other inspection equipment and devices

The 'Gluten Eye' is a kit that allows for easy testing of wheat gluten in rice flour. It can detect wheat gluten at 1 ppm in rice flour and is ideal for managing the production of gluten-free rice flour. 【Features】 ■ Testing for wheat gluten contained in rice flour ■ Extraction is possible by simply mixing rice flour with the extraction solution ■ Qualitative testing can be done visually within 10 minutes ■ Detection sensitivity: 1 ppm wheat gluten in rice flour ■ Storage temperature: 1 to 30°C *For more details, please request documentation or download the PDF data.

• Other inspection equipment and devices

The "Allergen Eye Quick Plus Swab" is a testing kit that can confirm the presence of food allergen residues on food manufacturing lines. After wiping and dropping the extraction solution, the presence or absence of allergens is determined 10 minutes later. There is no need to prepare separate cotton swabs or buffer solutions; this single kit allows for both wiping and testing. 【Features】 ■ No need for cotton swabs or buffer solutions for wiping ■ Presence or absence of allergens is determined 10 minutes after wiping and dropping the extraction solution *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other quality control and hygiene measures