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1 Analytical Testing for the Food Industry Testing Services Catalog June 2013 May 2014 CHEMISTRY FOOD SAFETY DIETARY FIBERS MICROBIOLOGY PHYSICAL TESTING NUTRITIONAL LABELING TECHNICAL CONSULTING PRODUCT EVALUATION SHELF LIFE

2 Table of Contents The Need to Know The Need to Know... 1 ISO/IEC Accreditation... 2 Food Safety... 3 Dietary Fiber... 5 Nutritional Labeling... 7 Shelf Life... 9 Microbiology Chemistry Analysis (alphabetical) Chemistry Analysis & Other Testing (categorical) Carbohydrates Enzymes Food Safety: Allergens Food Safety: Contaminents Food Safety: Mycotoxins Food Safety: Pesticides Identification by Microscopy Lipids, Fats & Oils Stability Mineral, Inorganic & Trace Analysis Nutritional Labeling Physical Testing Preservatives & Additives Proteins Shelf Life Testing Specialty Analysis Vitamins Technical Experts Sample Collection and Preparation Shipping Product Samples Sample Privacy Submit Samples Contact Information Sample Processing Non Routine Terms & Conditions Knowledge about your product is basic to continued success. How and where you get that knowledge is important. Medallion Laboratories is the analytical testing and consulting service of General Mills James Ford Bell Technical Center. Since 1974, we have served more than 3,000 national and international clients, earning us a reputation for quality, reliability and flexibility. We consistently meet demands for fast turnaround and accuracy of results. Each sample is treated with excellent care and confidentiality is maintained at all times. Through Medallion Labs, an enormous resource is available to help you know more about your food products, ingredients, or packaging. Using stateof-the-art equipment and the expertise of over 100 highly qualified food industry scientists, we can devise an approach that is highly specific to your project, whether large or small. We offer services in the following areas: Chemistry Dietary Fibers Food Safety Microbiology Nutritional Labeling Physical Testing Product Evaluation Shelf Life Technical Consulting The convenience of all these capabilities in one lab makes Medallion the ideal partner for you. As part of our ongoing commitment to quality we are continually adding offerings. If you do not see a specific test listed, please call or us to inquire about availability. Medallion Labs is an ISO/IEC Accredited Testing Laboratory Our accredited status means that our Quality Management System and in-scope analytical methods meet the stringent requirements of an internationally recognized standard of quality for testing laboratories in the Food and Pharmaceutical industry. It also means that you, our customer, can expect highquality, reliable results time-after-time. ISO/IEC accreditation requires that we have in-place the quality policies, procedures, and detailed work instructions necessary to ensure proper technical, as well as managerial, operating practices in our laboratories. Our full scope and certificate of accreditation may be viewed on our accrediting agency s web site: - certificate number Medallion s accreditation is recognized across the globe through a Mutual Recognition Agreement with the International Laboratory Ash by Gravimetric Assay Beta Glucan by Spectrophotometry Fats and Cholesterol by GC Folates by UPLC/MS Free Fatty Acids by Titration Mercury by Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry Minerals by Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) Accreditation Corporation (ILAC), and we hope it provides you with the same high level of confidence that we have in our work. Medallion also participates in numerous proficiency testing programs including AACC programs for flour, fiber and beta glucan, fat and fatty acids, mycotoxins, HPLC sugar, vitamins, minerals, proximates and vitamins by microbiological assays. In addition, we also participate in the API food microbiology proficiency program as well as the AOCS lab proficiency program for edible fats and oils. Participation in these proficiency testing programs is a requirement of our ISO/IEC accreditation and serves as an external quality measure of laboratory accuracy. Medallion Labs reserves the right to subcontract testing to valid partner labs; either on a temporary or continuing basis. Medallion Labs is ISO/IEC accredited for the following tests on food and food ingredients: Moisture by Gravimetric Analysis Mycotoxins by ELISA kit Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12 by Microbiological Assay Oxidative Stability Index by OSI Peroxide Value by Titration Pesticides by QUECHERS-LC/MS/ MS-GC/GC/MS Protein by Combustion Sugars by HPLC Total Fat by Acid Hydrolysis Total Fiber by Gravimetric Analysis Trace Minerals by ICP-MS Vitamins A & E by HPLC Vitamin B1, B2, and C by Fluorometric Analysis Vitamin D by HPLC/UPLC-MS/MS 1 Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 2

3 Food Safety FOOD SAFETY Safety Test Spotlight Pesticides The presence of pesticides in food is a growing concern for consumers. Showing that products or ingredients are pesticide-free can be important to the success of products and in some cases may even be a regulatory requirement. At Medallion, pesticides are extracted from the sample using the QuEChERs extraction method. The cleaned extracts are analyzed by one of the following techniques: Capillary Gas Chromatography Time of Flight Mass Spectrometry (GC-TOFMS) Capillary Gas Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (GCMSMS) We offer three distinct screens for pesticide analysis. The Basic Screen, which has a domestic focus, currently screens for over 330 compounds. The Expanded Screen, with an international focus, currently screens for over 475 compounds and includes all the compounds on the Basic Screen. And, an Organic Screen, which focuses on the compounds that are of concern to our Organic Clients and currently screens for over 180 compounds. We are continually adding more compounds to all three of our screens so please call us if you do not see a specific compound listed on our website. All three screens can be applied to the following matrices Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LCMSMS) Identification, verification, and quantification are performed using either one or more of these technologies. Sample extracts are compared against a matrix matched standard. Internal and quality control isotopic standards are analyzed with each sample to ensure quality results. Baking Mixes, Beans, Cereals, Doughs, Fruit/ Vegetable Juices, Fruits, Grains, Oils (Canola, Coconut, Corn, Cottonseed, Palm, Peanut, Rice Bran, Soybean, Vegetable) Pasta/Semolina, Pastries, Popcorn (no butter), Soups, Sugar/Corn Syrup, Vegetables, Water For matrices not on this list, we offer a Partner Screen. This screen is subcontracted to a partner lab that has been qualified and validated by Medallion Labs. Basic Screen: $375 Expanded Screen: $445 Organic Screen: $250 Partner Screen: $390 Testing Options Pesticides Allergens Almond Egg Gliadin (gluten) Milk Peanut Soy Flour Mycotoxins Aflatoxin B&G by kit Deoxynivalenol (Vomitoxins) by kit Fumonisin by kit Ochratoxin by kit T2 Toxin by kit Zearalenone by kit Contaminants Acrylamide Melamine Heavy Metals: Antimony Arsenic Cadmium Lead Mercury Residual Solvents Foreign Material Identification Microscopy SEM EDS FTIR Challenge Studies Microbiology Shelf Life Studies The safety of food products is a growing concern. The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was implemented to address potential hazards from farm to table ensuring the safety of your product for consumption. Our expertise of microbiological and mycotoxins, pesticides, and contaminants will help ensure that your customers are receiving the highest quality and safest product. The convenience of these capabilities under one roof along with years of experience makes Medallion Laboratories your Food Safety resource. Throughout the catalog, look for the small orange triangle as an indicator of a Food Safety Test. = Food Safety Test New for 2013: Mycotoxins by LC-MS call for details and pricing chemical food safety testing such as food allergens, 3 Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 4

4 Dietary Fiber DIETARY FIBER Proven Leadership Fiber Testing The term dietary fiber was coined in 1953 as a broader definition than the crude fiber of animal nutrition, and a shorthand term for the constituents of the plant cell wall carbohydrates and associated components. In 1976, the dietary fiber definition was broadened to include all indigestible dietary polysaccharides in addition to the other fiber components. Dietary fiber consists of both soluble and insoluble forms. The traditional methods for determining total dietary fiber quantitate most of the dietary fiber in foods; however, as additional sources of dietary fiber were studied, additional specialized methods were adopted. As the science has evolved and more specialty fibers are being used, the need for an updated method for total dietary fiber to include all components is readily apparent. Therefore, two new methods designed to match the Codex Alimentarius Definition of Fiber were recently approved by AOAC International: AOAC Insoluble, Soluble, and Total Dietary Fiber (CODEX Definition) in Foods by Enzymatic-Gravimetric-Liquid Chromatography ; and AOAC , Total Dietary Fiber (CODEX Definition) by Enzymatic-Gravimetric Method and Liquid Chromatography. The new methods are coauthored by Medallion s Senior Technical Manager Dr. Jon DeVries. The primary differences between the two new CODEX methods and the traditional method, AOAC include: 1) CODEX fiber methods use an enzyme digest protocol more consistent with the human digestive system; and 2) CODEX fiber methods utilizes liquid chromatography to quantify low-molecular weight, ethanol soluble dietary fibers (resistant oligosaccharides). (AOAC method ) Testing Options Medallion has been a leader in Fiber testing since we opened for business over 35 years ago. Not only do we provide superior testing capabilities to our customers and assist with interpretation of results, but we have consistently been involved with developing and validating the necessary, state of the art, methods for testing. Our early and continued involvement with method development assures our customers that the appropriate and relevant assays will be applied to their samples. It further assures that we are in a position to help our customers select the appropriate method or methods and, if necessary, provide assistance in understanding the testing outcome. Gravimetric Total Dietary Fiber Gravimetric, AOAC Total, Soluble, & Insoluble Fiber Gravimetric, AOAC Gravimetric-HPLC Total Dietary Fiber CODEX Definition, AOAC Total, Soluble, & Insoluble Fiber CODEX Definition, AOAC Total Dietary Fiber with Resistant Oligosaccharides, AOAC & Total, Soluble, & Insoluble Dietary Fiber with Resistant Oligosaccharides, AOAC & Other Beta-Glucan, AOAC Fructans (Fructooligosaccharides), AOAC Polydextrose, AOAC Resistant Starch, AOAC Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 6

5 Nutritional Labeling NUTRITIONAL LABELING Reliable and Accurate Nutrient Tests For your convenience, Medallion Labs has bundled all of the NLEA mandatory tests into a Nutritional Labeling package for $ per sample. Please send at least 200g of your product along with a completed Nutritional Request Form. A full list of optional nutrients is also available. Just check the boxes for what you need. Upon completion of testing, you will receive a final report with results from each individual analysis. If you are interested in a mock nutrition facts panel for a nominal fee of $20.00 please include the serving size of your product. Although this label is not photo ready for marketing purposes, it gives you an instant snapshot of how the nutrients will report on your label. NLEA Mandated Nutrient Tests Ash $20.00 Calories* Carbohydrates* No charge No charge Cholesterol $ Fat by GC $ Fiber, Total Dietary $ Metals Screen I** $90.00 Moisture $20.00 Protein $26.00 Sugar Profile by HPLC $ Vitamin A (retinol or beta-carotene) $90.00 Vitamin C $61.00 Total Cost without Mock Nutrition Facts Panel Total Cost with Mock Nutrition Facts Panel * No charge with protein, moisture, fat & ash tests ** Metals Screen I includes Calcium, Iron & Sodium $ $ Optional Nutrient Tests Copper $33.00 Fat by Gravimetric (Total - Acid Hydrolysis) Fiber, Total, Soluble and Insoluble $40.00 $ Folic Acid $ Magnesium $33.00 Manganese $33.00 Metals Screen II $ Niacin $68.00 Pantothenic Acid $ Potassium $33.00 Phosphorus $33.00 Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) $68.00 Thiamin (Vitamin B1) $83.00 Vitamin B6 $ Vitamin B12 $ Vitamin D $ Vitamin E $ Zinc $33.00 Metals Screen II includes Metals Screen I plus Cu, K, Mg, Mn, P and Zn Mock Nutrition Label Medallion Labs is a total resource for a reliable and accurate nutrition labeling program. Our nutritional component determinations are quick, precise and cost effective. In addition to standard nutrition label requirements, we can assay for specialty fibers, antioxidants and many other components. The Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) requires nutritional labeling for virtually every food product. Each package must contain a Nutrition Facts panel that includes the following nutrients: Total Calories Calories from Fat Total Carbohydrates Total, Saturated and Trans Fat Cholesterol Sugars Sodium, Calcium and Iron Dietary Fiber Vitamin A Vitamin C Protein Other nutrients voluntarily declared by the manufacturer A B D E F G H D Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1 Container (225 g) Amount Per Serving Calories 127 Calories from Fat 4 % Daily Value* Total Fat < 1g 0% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Trans Fat 0g 0% Cholesterol 5mg 2% Sodium 175mg 8% Total Carb. 17g 6% Dietary Fiber 0g 0% Sugars 17g Protein 13g Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 4% Calcium 45% Iron 2% *Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. C A I D A B C D E Calories and Carbohydrates are calculated based on the following tests: Moisture: starts at $20/test; method is matrix dependent Ash: $20/test; AOAC Fat by GC: $187/test; AOAC Protein by Dumas: $26/test; AOAC Fat by GC: $187/test; AOAC Gives Saturated and Trans Fat results as well as a break down of all fatty acids. Cholesterol: $130/test; AOAC with modifications Sodium, Calcium and Iron: $90/test; AOAC Dietary Fiber, Total: $172/test; AOAC Dietary Fiber, Total, Soluble, & Insoluble: $208/test; AOAC F G H I Dietary Fiber, Total (CODEX definition): $405/test; AOAC Dietary Fiber, Total, Soluble, & Insoluble (CODEX definition): $455/test; AOAC Sugar: $103/test; AOAC with modifications gives a profile of all simple sugars. For products with sugar alcohols choose our sugar alcohol/simple sugar method which gives a profile of all simple sugars as well as sugar alcohols for $265/test. Protein by Dumas: $26/test; AOAC Vitamin A retinol: $90/test; AOAC Vitamin A beta-carotene: $90/test; AOAC Use beta-carotene for plant based products and retinol for animal based and fortified products or both if the product is mixed. Vitamin C: $61/test; AOAC Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 8

6 Shelf Life SHELF LIFE Years of Experience Access Medallion s years of expertise in product shelf life testing. Using analytical measurements and technical consulting we can help support your product development needs such as: Storage Conditions at Medallion Labs Condition (ºF/ ºC) %Relative Humidity 131/55 Ambient Activation energy determination Claims confirmation Ingredient qualification Processing variability Distribution Analysis Robustness Testing Product Tolerance Predictive Shelf Life Modeling 115*/46.1 Ambient 113/45 Ambient 100/ / / /32.2 Ambient 85/29.4 Ambient Cycle/21.1 to Please call us at to design a specialized study for your needs. 73*/ / / Questions & Answers Want to look at our answers to some common questions? 70/21.1 Ambient 55*/12.8 Ambient 45*/7.2 Ambient 40*/4.4 Ambient Scan QR CODE and link to FAQ on website 20*/-6.7 Ambient 15*/-9.4 Ambient 10*/-12.2 Ambient Testing Options 0/-17.8 Ambient 0-60 Cycle*/-17.8 to 15.6 Ambient The deterioration of food quality is a troublesome and ongoing process that affects the eating experience for consumers across the globe. Factors such as ingredient quality, environmental abuse, packaging, and production variability can help solidify the importance of each step in the product development process to ensure maximum shelf life potential. By understanding your product s shelf life requirements, you can ensure that your customers are always receiving the highest quality and safest product. Our expertise is in product shelf life testing which includes packaging and distribution analysis, product performance, product tolerance, physical testing, sensory analysis, microbiological testing, analytical measurements, nutritional analysis, and technical consulting. Trust the Minds of Medallion to maximize your product s shelf life potential from product conception through commercial distribution and consumer experience. Micro Challenge Studies Physical Properties Nutrients Amino Acids Antioxidants Fatty Acids Minerals Vitamins Color Analysis DSC Moisture Moisture Isotherm Texture Analyzer Rancidity Packaging* WVTR (Water Vapor Transfer Rate) Modified Headspace Analysis RSOL (Residual Solvent) Distribution Modeling Free Fatty Acids Hexanal Peroxide Value Sensory* Aroma Appearance Flavor Sensory Physical Properties Texture 0-30 Cycle*/-17.8 to -1.1 Ambient 0-20 Cycle*/-17.8 to -6.7 Ambient Additional Testing Available -10/-23.3 Ambient *Call for availability. Flexible conditions available (inquire about range and availablity). *Call for more details. 9 Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 10

7 Microbiology Analyses Alphabetical Microbiology Aerobic Plate Count Standard $17.00 Aerobic Plate Count Acid $17.00 Anaerobic Plate Count $20.00 Bacillus cereus $19.00 Coliforms $17.00 Coliforms High Sensitivity Petrifilm $20.00 E. coli $17.00 E. coli High Sensitivity Petrifilm $20.00 Flat Sour Spores $20.00 Hemorrhagic E. coli (O157:H7) $32.00 Lactic Acid Bacteria (i.e. Lactobacilli) $17.00 Listeria Monocytogenes $35.00 Listeria Genus $35.00 Live and Active Cultures (LAC) Activity Test $ Live and Active Cultures Certification call for details Live and Active Cultures Viable Culture Count $35.00 per culture Mesophilic Aerobic Sporeformers $27.00 Mesophilic Anaerobic Sporeformers $27.00 Mold $17.00 Pseudomonas $27.00 Pyschrotrophic Microorganisms $15.00 Salmonella (Confirmed) 25g, confirmed & serotyped if positive $32.00 Salmonella (Composite) 100g, 125g or 375g $64.00 Staphylococcus aureus $22.00 Thermophilic Aerobic Sporeformers $27.00 Termophilic Anaerobic Sporeformers $27.00 Yeast $17.00 Yeast and Mold $17.00 Each year millions of people are affected by illnesses and deaths caused by foodborne pathogenic bacteria. In addition to illness, microorganisms also contribute to spoilage and decreased product shelf life. Therefore, microbiological control is vital in preserving the integrity of your food product. Medallion Labs understands the importance of keeping your product safe for consumers. At Medallion Laboratories, we offer a variety of quantitative testing to assess microbiological contamination of food products for indicator and spoilage organisms. Advances in methodology resulting in faster turnaround and more specific identification are constantly being evaluated and incorporated into our programs of analysis. All of these Microbiology tests are part of our Food Safety Testing. 11 Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 12

8 Chemistry Analyses Alphabetical = ISO/IEC Accredited = Food Safety Test Chemistry Our chemical analyses are reliable, accurate and cost-effective. Medallion is an expert in testing for the standard nutrition label requirements as well as specialty fibers, antioxidants, sugar alcohols and other components. The analytical methods used are official methods of the Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC), American Association of Cereal Chemists (AACC), and American Oil Chemists Society (AOCS) or have been demonstrated to be equivalent through extensive statistical comparisons and/or collaboration. Medallion has and continues to play a major role in the development of methodology for total dietary fiber, as well as methods for fructans, resistant oligosaccharides, polydextrose, resistant starch and Fat by GC for NLEA requirements. Our technical experts can guide you in choosing the right tests and interpreting results. Our standard turnaround time is 10 business days for most assays. There are some assays that require a longer turnaround time. We also offer a RUSH service that is half the time of the standard turnaround time of the assay at double the cost of the assay. A few of the assays that we provide cannot be rushed due to the nature of the test. Acrylamide $ Aflatoxin B&G by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 Aflatoxin B&G by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 Almond Allergen by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Almond Allergen by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Aluminum ICP-MS $47.00 Amino Acid Profile - Acid Hydrolyzed Amino Acids Amino Acid Profile - Physiologically Free Amino Acids Amino Acid Profile - Performic Acid Oxidation Amino Acids Amino Acid Profile - Base Hydrolyzed Amino Acids Alanine, Arginine, Aspartic acid, Glutamic acid, Glycine, Histidine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Tyrosine & Valine Alanine, Arginine, Asparagine, Aspartic acid, Citrulline, Cystine, Ethanolamine, GABA, Glutamic acid, Glutamine, Glycine, Histidine, Hydroxy-L-Proline, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Ornithine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Taurine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Tyrosine & Valine $ $ Cysteine & Methionine $ Tryptophan $ Antimony ICP-MS $47.00 Antioxidants (Total) Total Activity by DPPH $ Antioxidants (Fats and Oils) BHA, BHT, NDGA, Propyl Gallate, TBHQ $ Arsenic ICP-MS $47.00 Ash $20.00 Barium ICP-MS $47.00 Beta-Carotene Vitamin A, Carotenoids Test $90.00 Beta Glucan $ Boron ICP-MS $47.00 Brix $25.00 Cadmium ICP-MS $47.00 Calcium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Calories by calculation No charge with protein, fat, moisture, and ash tests no charge Carbohydrates by calculation No charge with protein, fat, moisture, and ash tests no charge Carotenoids Includes b-carotene $90.00 Chloride Total by Titration $25.00 Cholesterol by Gas Chromatography $ Chromium ICP-MS $47.00 Cobalt ICP-MS $47.00 Color Analysis (Hunter) L, a, b values, call for exact pricing $55.00 Color Analysis (Lovibond) oils only $60.00 Color Analysis (Minolta) call for exact pricing $55.00 Copper ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Density call for exact pricing $55.00 Deoxynivalenol (Vomitoxins) by kit (DON), Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 Deoxynivalenol (Vomitoxins) by kit (DON) Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) call for exact pricing $ Egg Allergen by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Egg Allergen by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Emulsifiers $ Falling Number call for exact pricing Farinograph 600g sample required $ Chemistry Analyses ALPHABETICAL This catalog does not encompass all of Medallion s testing capabilities. Call or to inquire about analyses not listed. Prices and offerings are subject to change without notice. 13 Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 14

9 Chemistry Analyses Alphabetical = ISO/IEC Accredited = Food Safety Test Chemistry Analyses Alphabetical = ISO/IEC Accredited = Food Safety Test Chemistry Analyses ALPHABETICAL Fat by Gas Chromatography Includes fatty acid profile (C4-C24) $ Fat by Gravimetric (Total - Acid Hydrolysis) $40.00 Fiber (Total Dietary Fiber - Gravimetric) $ Fiber (Total Dietary Fiber - CODEX Definition) Fiber (Total, Soluble, Insoluble Fiber - Gravimetric) Fiber (Total, Soluble, Insoluble Fiber - CODEX Definition) $ $ $ Folic Acid (Folates) Total IU by HPLC $ Free Fatty Acids $65.00 Free Fatty Acids in Grains $75.00 Fructans Inulin/Fructooligosaccharides $ Fumonisin by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 Fumonisin by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 Gluten/Gliadin Allergens by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Ochratoxin by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 Organic Acids by HPLC Acetic, Citric, Fumaric, Glutaric, Lactic, Malic, Oxalic, Quinic, Succinic, & $ Tartaric Acids OSI (Oxidative Stability Index) $85.00 Pantothenic Acid Vitamin B5 $ Particle Size Distribution (Alpine $33.00/sieve Granulation) Particle Size Distribution (Microtrac) Laser Diffraction, call for exact pricing $ Particle Size Distribution (Rotap) up to 6 sieves $60.00 Peanut Allergens by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Peanut Allergens by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Peroxidase $ Peroxidase and Polyphenol Oxidase $ Peroxide Value in Fats, Oils, or Foods $60.00 Pesticide Multi-Residue Analysis (MRA) - basic screen $ Chemistry Analyses ALPHABETICAL Gluten/Gliadin Allergens by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Glycerol and Glycols by HPLC $ Heavy Metals Package Antimony (Sb), Arsenic (As), Cadmium (Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg) $ Hexanal $85.00 Identification by EDS Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) $200.00/hour Identification by FTIR Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy $200.00/hour Identification by SEM Light Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) $200.00/hour Identification by Microscopy Specialized Microscopy call for pricing Inulin Fructans/Fructooligosaccharides $ Iron ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Jelly Bloom $80.00 Lead ICP-MS $47.00 Lipase $ Lipoxygenase $ Lycopene $ Pesticide Multi-Residue Analysis (MRA) - expanded screen Pesticide Multi-Residue Analysis (MRA) - organic screen $ $ ph (direct) $17.00 ph (10% solution) $20.00 Phosphorus ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Polydextrose $ Polyphenol Oxidase $ Polysaccharides (Glucose Number) DP3 through DP10 $ Potassium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Protein (Dumas) $26.00 Protein (Kjeldahl) $ Proximate Analysis (with fat by GC) $ Proximate Analysis (with fat by Acid Hydrolysis) $ Magnesium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Refractive Index $60.00 Manganese ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Residual Solvents Packaging material only $ Melamine & Cyanuric Acid $ Mercury $85.00 Metals Screen I Calcium (Ca), Iron (Fe), Sodium (Na) $90.00 Metals Screen II Metals Screen I plus Copper (Cu), Potassium (K), Magnesium (Mg), $ Manganese (Mn), Phosphorus (P), Zinc (Zn) Milk Allergens by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Milk Allergens by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Moisture (Forced Air Oven) $20.00 Moisture (Karl Fisher Titration) $50.00 Moisture (Vacuum Oven) $20.00 Moisture Isotherm $ Molybdenum ICP-MS $47.00 Niacin Vitamin B3 $68.00 Nickel ICP-MS $47.00 Nitrogen (Total) $26.00 Nutritional Analysis NLEA Nutrients without Mock Nutrition Facts Label $ Nutritional Analysis with Label NLEA Nutrients with Mock Nutrition Facts Label $ Ochratoxin by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 Resistant Oligosaccharides with Total Dietary Fiber Resistant Oligosaccharides with Total, Soluble, & Insoluble Dietary Fiber $ $ Resistant Starch RS2 and RS3 $ Riboflavin Vitamin B2 $68.00 Selenium ICP-MS $47.00 Shelf Life Study call for quote Sodium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Sodium Bicarbonate $35.00 Sodium Chloride (Salt) - Total By Chloride Titration $25.00 Soy Flour Allergens by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Soy Flour Allergens by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Specific Gravity call for exact pricing $55.00 Starch - Total by Hydrolysis $76.00 Starch Damage Wheat Flour only $54.00 Sucralose $ Sugar Profile by HPLC - Simple Sugars Fructose, Glucose, Lactose, Maltose, & Sucrose $ Sugar Profile by HPLC, Expanded I Simple Sugars plus Raffinose & Stachyose $ Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 16

10 Chemistry Analyses Alphabetical = ISO/IEC Accredited = Food Safety Test Chemistry Analyses & Other Testing Categorical = ISO/IEC Accredited = Food Safety Test Chemistry Analyses ALPHABETICAL Sugar Profile by HPLC, Expanded II Simple Sugars plus Galactose $ Sugar/Sugar Alcohol Screen by GC Sugar Alcohols and Simple Sugars $ Sulfites by Monier-Williams $ T2 Toxin by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 T2 Toxin by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 Texture Analysis (Bread) call for exact pricing $65.00 Texture Analysis (Break) call for exact pricing $65.00 Texture Analysis (Extensibility) call for exact pricing $65.00 Texture Analysis (Shear) call for exact pricing $65.00 Texture Analysis (Texture Profile) call for exact pricing $65.00 Thiamine Vitamin B1 $83.00 Tin ICP-MS $47.00 Titratable Acidity $25.00 Tocopherols and Tocotrienols $ Trace Nutrient Metals Screen (Ba, B, Cr, Co, Mo, Ni, Se) Barium (Ba), Boron (B), Chromium (Cr), Cobalt (Co), Molybdenum (Mo), Nickel (Ni), Selenium (Se) $ Viscosity by Brookfield Viscometer call for exact pricing first sample $ Carbohydrates Beta Glucan $ Carbohydrates by calculation No charge with protein, fat, moisture, and ash tests no charge Fiber (Total Dietary Fiber - Gravimetric) $ Fiber (Total Dietary Fiber - CODEX Definition) $ Fiber (Total, Soluble, Insoluble Fiber - Gravimetric) $ Fiber (Total, Soluble, Insoluble Fiber - CODEX $ definition) Fructans Inulin/Fructooligosaccharides $ Inulin Fructans/Fructooligosaccharides $ Polydextrose $ Polysaccharides (Glucose Number) DP3 through DP10 $ Resistant Oligosaccharides with Total Dietary Fiber $ Resistant Oligosaccharides with Total, Soluble, & $ Insoluble Dietary Fiber Resistant Starch RS2 and RS3 $ Starch - Total by Hydrolysis $76.00 Chemistry Analyses Categorical Viscosity by RapidVisco Analyzer $ Starch Damage Wheat Flour only $54.00 Viscosity by Rheology Property Characterization call for exact pricing Vitamin A retinol or b-carotene by HPLC $90.00 Vitamin B1 (thiamine) $83.00 Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) $68.00 Vitamin B3 (niacin) $68.00 Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) $ Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine $ Vitamin B12 Cyanocobalamin $ Vitamin C Ascorbic Acid $61.00 Vitamin D D2 & D3 $ Vitamin E Alpha Tocopherol $ Water Activity $32.00 Water Holding Capacity $70.00 Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR) $ Zearalenone by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 Zearalenone by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 Zinc ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 first sample $ Sucralose $ Sugar Profile by HPLC - Simple Sugars Fructose, Glucose, Lactose, Maltose, & Sucrose $ Sugar Profile by HPLC, Expanded I Simple Sugars plus Raffinose & Stachyose $ Sugar Profile by HPLC, Expanded II Simple Sugars plus Galactose $ Sugar/Sugar Alcohol Screen by GC Sugar Alcohols and Simple Sugars $ Enzymes Lipase $ Lipoxygenase $ Peroxidase $ Peroxidase and Polyphenol Oxidase $ Polyphenol Oxidase $ FOOD SAFETY: Allergens Almond Allergen by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Almond Allergen by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Egg Allergen by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Egg Allergen by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Gluten/Gliadin Allergens by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Gluten/Gliadin Allergens by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Milk Allergens by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Milk Allergens by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Peanut Allergens by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Peanut Allergens by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Soy Flour Allergens by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $ Soy Flour Allergens by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $ Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 18

11 CHEMISTRY ANALYSES & OTHER TESTING Categorical = ISO/IEC Accredited = Food Safety Test CHEMISTRY ANALYSES & OTHER TESTING Categorical = ISO/IEC Accredited = Food Safety Test Chemistry Analyses Categorical FOOD SAFETY: Contaminants Residual Solvents Packaging material only $ FOOD SAFETY: Mycotoxins Aflatoxin B&G by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 Aflatoxin B&G by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 Deoxynivalenol (Vomitoxins) by kit (DON), Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 Acrylamide $ Antimony ICP-MS $47.00 Arsenic ICP-MS $47.00 Cadmium ICP-MS $47.00 Heavy Metals Package Antimony (Sb), Arsenic (As), Cadmium (Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg) $ Identification by EDS Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) $200.00/hour Identification by FTIR Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy $200.00/hour Identification by SEM Light Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) $200.00/hour Identification by Microscopy Specialized Microscopy call for pricing Lead ICP-MS $47.00 Melamine & Cyanuric Acid $ Mercury $85.00 Deoxynivalenol (Vomitoxins) by kit (DON) Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than Fumonisin by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 Fumonisin by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 Ochratoxin by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 Ochratoxin by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 T2 Toxin by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 T2 Toxin by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 Zearalenone by kit Quantitative - 1 to 5 samples $80.00 Zearalenone by kit Quantitative - 6 to 20 samples (call for pricing if more than $65.00 FOOD SAFETY: Pesticides $65.00 Lipids, Fats & Oils Stability Cholesterol by Gas Chromatography $ Color Analysis (Lovibond) oils only $60.00 Fat by Gas Chromatography Includes fatty acid profile (C4-C24) $ Fat by Gravimetric (Total - Acid Hydrolysis) $40.00 Free Fatty Acids $65.00 Free Fatty Acids in Grains $75.00 Glycerol and Glycols by HPLC $ Hexanal $85.00 OSI (Oxidative Stability Index) $85.00 Peroxide Value in Fats, Oils, or Foods $60.00 Tocopherols and Tocotrienols $ Mineral, Inorganic, & Trace Analysis Aluminum ICP-MS $47.00 Antimony ICP-MS $47.00 Arsenic ICP-MS $47.00 Barium ICP-MS $47.00 Boron ICP-MS $47.00 Cadmium ICP-MS $47.00 Calcium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Chloride Total by Titration $25.00 Chromium ICP-MS $47.00 Cobalt ICP-MS $47.00 Copper ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Heavy Metals Package Antimony (Sb), Arsenic (As), Cadmium (Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg) $ Iron ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Lead ICP-MS $47.00 Magnesium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Manganese ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Chemistry Analyses Categorical Pesticide Multi-Residue Analysis (MRA) - basic screen Pesticide Multi-Residue Analysis (MRA) - expanded screen Pesticide Multi-Residue Analysis (MRA) - organic screen Identification by Microscopy $ $ $ Mercury $85.00 Metals Screen I NLEA Metals: Calcium (Ca), Iron (Fe), Sodium (Na) $90.00 Metals Screen II NLEA Metals Screen I plus Copper (Cu), Potassium (K), Magnesium (Mg), $ Manganese (Mn), Phosphorus (P), Zinc (Zn) Molybdenum ICP-MS $47.00 Nickel ICP-MS $47.00 Phosphorus ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Identification by EDS Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) $200.00/hour Potassium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Identification by FTIR Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy $200.00/hour Identification by SEM Light Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) $200.00/hour Identification by Microscopy Specialized Microscopy call for pricing Selenium ICP-MS $47.00 Sodium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Tin ICP-MS $47.00 Trace Nutrient Metals Screen (Ba, B, Cr, Co, Mo, Ni, Se) Barium (Ba), Boron (B), Chromium (Cr), Cobalt (Co), Molybdenum (Mo), Nickel (Ni), Selenium (Se) $ Zinc ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $ Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 20

12 Nutritional Labeling Ash $20.00 CHEMISTRY ANALYSES & OTHER TESTING Categorical = ISO/IEC Accredited = Food Safety Test Chemistry Analyses Categorical Beta-Carotene Vitamin A, Carotenoids Test $90.00 Calcium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Calories by calculation No charge with protein, fat, moisture, and ash tests no charge Carbohydrates by calculation No charge with protein, fat, moisture, and ash tests no charge Cholesterol by Gas Chromatography $ Copper ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Fat by Gas Chromatography Includes fatty acid profile (C4-C24) $ Fat by Gravimetric (Total - Acid Hydrolysis) $40.00 Fiber (Total Dietary Fiber - Gravimetric) $ Fiber (Total Dietary Fiber - CODEX Definition) $ Fiber (Total, Soluble, Insoluble Fiber - Gravimetric) $ Fiber (Total, Soluble, Insoluble Fiber - CODEX definition) $ Folic Acid (Folates) Total IU by HPLC $ Iron ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Magnesium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Manganese ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Metals Screen I NLEA Metals: Calcium (Ca), Iron (Fe), Sodium (Na) $90.00 Metals Screen II NLEA Metals Screen I plus Copper (Cu), Potassium (K), Magnesium (Mg), Manganese (Mn), Phosphorus (P), Zinc (Zn) Moisture (Forced Air Oven) $20.00 Moisture (Karl Fisher Titration) $50.00 Moisture (Vacuum Oven) $20.00 Niacin Vitamin B3 $68.00 $ Nutritional Analysis NLEA Nutrients without Mock Nutrition Facts Label $ Nutritional Analysis with Label NLEA Nutrients with Mock Nutrition Facts Label $ Pantothenic Acid Vitamin B5 $ Phosphorus ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Physical Testing Brix $25.00 Color Analysis (Hunter) L, a, b values, call for exact pricing $55.00 Color Analysis (Lovibond) oils only $60.00 Color Analysis (Minolta) call for exact pricing $55.00 Density call for exact pricing $55.00 Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) call for exact pricing $ Falling Number call for exact pricing Farinograph 600g sample required $ Jelly Bloom $80.00 Particle Size Distribution (Alpine Granulation) $33.00/sieve Particle Size Distribution (Microtrac) Laser Diffraction, call for exact pricing $ Particle Size Distribution (Rotap) up to 6 sieves $60.00 Refractive Index $60.00 Specific Gravity call for exact pricing $55.00 Texture Analysis (Bread) call for exact pricing $65.00 Texture Analysis (Break) call for exact pricing $65.00 Texture Analysis (Extensibility) call for exact pricing $65.00 Texture Analysis (Shear) call for exact pricing $65.00 Texture Analysis (Texture Profile) call for exact pricing $65.00 Viscosity by Brookfield Viscometer call for exact pricing first sample $ Viscosity by RapidVisco Analyzer $ Viscosity by Rheology Property Characterization call for exact pricing first sample $ Water Holding Capacity $70.00 Preservatives & Additives Chemistry Analyses Categorical Potassium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Antioxidants (Total) Total Activity by DPPH $ Protein (Dumas) $26.00 Antioxidants (Fats & Oils) BHA, BHT, NDGA, Propyl Gallate, TBHQ $ Proximate Analysis (with fat by GC) $ Proximate Analysis (with fat by Acid Hydrolysis) $ Riboflavin Vitamin B2 $68.00 Sodium ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $33.00 Sugar Profile by HPLC - Simple Sugars Fructose, Glucose, Lactose, Maltose, & Sucrose $ Sugar Profile by HPLC, Expanded I Simple Sugars plus Raffinose & Stachyose $ Sugar Profile by HPLC, Expanded II Simple Sugars plus Galactose $ Sugar/Sugar Alcohol Screen by GC Sugar Alcohols and Simple Sugars $ Thiamine Vitamin B1 $83.00 Trace Nutrient Metals Screen (Ba, B, Cr, Co, Mo, Ni, Se) Barium (Ba), Boron (B), Chromium (Cr), Cobalt (Co), Molybdenum (Mo), Nickel (Ni), Selenium (Se) Vitamin A retinol or b-carotene by HPLC $90.00 Vitamin B1 (thiamine) $83.00 Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) $68.00 Vitamin B3 (niacin) $68.00 Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) $ Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine $ $ Proteins Organic Acids by HPLC Amino Acid Profile - Acid Hydrolyzed Amino Acids Amino Acid Profile - Physiologically Free Amino Acids Amino Acid Profile - Performic Acid Oxidation Amino Acids Amino Acid Profile - Base Hydrolyzed Amino Acids Acetic, Citric, Fumaric. Glutaric, Lactic, Malic, Oxalic, Quinic, Succinic, & Tartaric Acids Alanine, Arginine, Aspartic acid, Glutamic acid, Glycine, Histidine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Tyrosine & Valine Alanine, Arginine, Asparagine, Aspartic acid, Citrulline, Cystine, Ethanolamine, GABA, Glutamic acid, Glutamine, Glycine, Histidine, Hydroxy-L-Proline, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Ornithine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Taurine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Tyrosine & Valine $ ph (direct) $17.00 ph (10% solution) $20.00 Sulfites by Monier-Williams $ Titratable Acidity $25.00 $ $ Cysteine & Methionine $ Tryptophan $ Vitamin B12 Cyanocobalamin $ Nitrogen (Total) $26.00 Vitamin C Ascorbic Acid $61.00 Vitamin D D2 & D3 $ Protein (Dumas) $26.00 Protein (Kjeldahl) $ Vitamin E Alpha Tocopherol $ Zinc ICP-OES (Analysis by ICP-MS available upon request) $ Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 22

13 Chemistry Analyses Categorical Shelf Life Testing Free Fatty Acids $65.00 Free Fatty Acids in Grains $75.00 Hexanal $85.00 Moisture (Forced Air Oven) $20.00 Moisture (Karl Fisher Titration) $50.00 Moisture (Vacuum Oven) $20.00 Moisture Isotherm $ Peroxide Value in Fats, Oils, or Foods $60.00 ph (direct) $17.00 ph (10% solution) $20.00 Shelf Life Study call for quote Water Activity $32.00 Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR) $ Specialty Analyses Acrylamide $ Emulsifiers $ Lycopene $ Melamine & Cyanuric Acid $ Residual Solvents Packaging material only $ Sodium Bicarbonate $35.00 Sodium Chloride (Salt) - Total By Chloride Titration $25.00 Vitamins = ISO/IEC Accredited = Food Safety Test Beta-Carotene Vitamin A, Carotenoids Test $90.00 Carotenoids Includes b-carotene $90.00 Folic Acid (Folates) Total IU by HPLC $ Niacin Vitamin B3 $68.00 Pantothenic Acid Vitamin B5 $ Riboflavin Vitamin B2 $68.00 Thiamine Vitamin B1 $83.00 Vitamin A retinol or b-carotene by HPLC $90.00 Vitamin B1 (thiamine) $83.00 Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) $68.00 Vitamin B3 (niacin) $68.00 Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) $ Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine $ Vitamin B12 Cyanocobalamin $ Vitamin C Ascorbic Acid $61.00 Vitamin D D2 & D3 $ Vitamin E Alpha Tocopherol $ Sample Collection and Preparation The accuracy of your test results is dependent on the proper sample collection and preparation. Use the following guidelines when assembling your product for testing at Medallion Labs: STEP 1 STEP 2 Collect a sample which is well blended and homogenous. Include specific grinding, handling or composite instructions with the order. Include sample matrix/composition descriptions and estimates on the submittal form. If you have a question regarding appropriate sample size, please contact Medallion Customer Service at for guidance Please Note: Medallion Labs cannot accept unidentified samples Shipping Product Samples To insure the integrity and security of samples sent to Medallion, we ask that our customers observe the following guidelines when shipping samples: Secure each food sample in its own container. Seal each sample package completely so that no leakage will occur. This is very important to prevent cross-contamination. Use packing materials that are strong enough to travel without damage or leakage. Samples needing refrigeration should be shipped appropriately. 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The graph below highlights how we preserve the anonymity and integrity of your samples. Medallion Sample Entry Sample Handling Facility Samples are received and sorted by Medallion personnel by noon for most shipping companies, or samples are dropped off directly. Samples are homogeneously prepared as a composite or individually per the customer s request. Samples are prioritized based on requested turnaround time and analysis. The customer is contacted via or phone if clarification is needed. /// FIREWALL /// Samples are placed into sealed cups and stored in appropriate condition. If possible, a portion of the sample is retained in our library for 60 days. Samples are entered into our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), each sample is labeled with a unique Medallion ID, and a sample receipt notification is ed. Samples are delivered to the laboratories and stored in the appropriate temperature condition until analyzed. Trust The Minds of Medallion Technical Experts Analytical Method Development Technical Consulting Results Consultation In each of the following disciplines, we have experienced technical experts who are available to consult with you on your evaluation needs. We handle any size project, and can solve problems or identify procedures to guide you in the future. Pricing varies for the following services. call for quote $250/hour $250/hour Need a quote? Call us: info@medlabs.com STEP 3 STEP 4 Laboratory Testing Reporting of Results Samples are pulled from storage, tested by the approved method and then reported. After the entire submission is approved a final report is ed to the Customer Service team and then sent to the customer via or fax. All analysis data is stored and results are calculated through LIMS. /// FIREWALL /// Invoices for final reports are mailed to the customer the following week. Test results are reviewed at the analyst level. Once the entire submission is complete it is promoted to a final library approval by a designated approver. Customer questions regarding results are handled by the Customer Service team, who can be reached at or info@medlabs.com. 23 Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 24

14 SAMPLE COLLECTION AND PROCESSING To Submit Samples Visit our website ( to download a sample submission form. Submit the completed form along with your samples to: Medallion Labs - Sample Handling Facility 9000 Plymouth Avenue North Minneapolis, MN Sample Processing: Contact Medallion Toll Free: (800) Phone: (763) Fax: (763) Website: info@medlabs.com High-quality, reliable results time after time. Processing Level 1 Handling and Processing of a Single Sample $7.00 Processing Level 2 Processing Level 3 Processing Level 4 Processing Level 5 Non Routine: Composite involving no grinding (3 or more samples to combine) (examples: oils, fine powders, flours, smooth liquids) Composite involving limited grinding (3 or more samples to combine) (examples: baking mixes without particulates, RTE cereals without particulates) Composite involving grinding (3 or more samples to combine) (examples: RTE cereals with particulates, bakery goods, snack chips, dried fruit) Composite involving multiple components (3 or more samples to combine) OR a Single Sample involving special instructions (examples: shelling nuts, weighing, peeling, deboning, contents only capsule, multiple component entrees) $15.00 $20.00 $30.00 $125.00/hour charged in 15 minute increments Concentrates without Estimates Allows for additional dilutions at Medallion Labs' discretion $50.00/sample Expedite Fee Non-Routine Disposal Non-Routine Report $50.00 up to 3x assay list price (call for exact cost) $50.00/library $50.00-$200.00/report Standard Terms and Conditions June 2012 All services provided by Medallion Laboratories ( Medallion ) are subject to the terms and conditions stated herein. As our client, you ( Client ) understand and agree that placement of any order for our services constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions stated herein. To the extent that any Client order contains any terms or conditions that vary from the terms and conditions stated herein, all such additional or varying terms and conditions shall be of no force or effect, and shall not be part of the Client-Medallion relationship or contract, even if Medallion performs the requested service. CONFIDENTIALITY: Confidentiality is maintained in all interactions with Clients. Appropriate confidentiality agreements are signed willingly. If information is subpoenaed and released through the operation of any judicial, regulatory, or similar process, the Client is notified. In turn, the Client agrees to respect this relationship of trust. 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LITIGATION: All costs associated with litigation or dispute, including compliance for all document subpoena, for oral or written testimony or preparation of same, or for any other purpose related to work provided by Medallion in connection with analyses/reports performed/completed for the Client, shall be paid by the Client. Such costs include, but are not limited to, hourly charges, travel, accommodations, mileage, counsel, and all other expenses associated with said litigation or dispute. WARRANTY AND LIMITS OF LIABILITY: Medallion warrants that all services will be performed in a timely manner by competent personnel. THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING A WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY. Any services performed by Medallion under proper technical direction by Client, which are determined by Client to have been performed improperly in light of the above warranty, and which after investigation by Medallion are acknowledged in writing by Medallion s Managing Director to have been performed improperly, shall be corrected by Medallion without charge to Client, provided that Client provides Medallion with a written request for such correction within two (2) months after Client knew or should reasonably have known of the problem. In no event will Medallion (including its affiliates, i.e., all entities owned, controlled, or under common control with, General Mills, Inc. (collectively, General Mills )) be liable for any indirect, consequential, incidental, punitive, or special damages or for acts of negligence that are unintentional in nature, including, without limitation, damages for lost profit, business interruption, or other pecuniary loss, regardless of whether Medallion has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Client further understands and agrees that Medallion s total liability (including any liability of General Mills) for damages relating to, or arising in connection with, any services provided hereunder, regardless of the form of action or theory of recovery shall not exceed the greater of $2,500 or the amount paid by the Client for the particular analytical service. Medallion and General Mills accept no legal responsibility for the purpose for which the Client uses the test results or reports, or for any consequence of such use. Medallion and General Mills provide no guidance regarding and accept no legal responsibility for the purpose for which the Client uses the test results or reports, and shall have no legal responsibility for any consequence of such use. Client agrees to indemnify and defend Medallion and General Mills from all claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses relating to Client s use of Medallion s services or Client s marketing, distribution, sale, or other dissemination of Client s products or services. The allocations of liability in this WARRANTY AND LIMITS OF LIABILITY section represent the agreed and bargainedfor understanding between the Client and Medallion. Medallion s fees for the services provided hereunder reflect such allocations. 25 Medallion Labs Testing Services Prices effective through May 2014 Prices effective through May 2014 Medallion Labs Testing Services 26

15 2013 Medallion Labs is a division of General Mills, Inc Plymouth Avenue North Minneapolis, MN phone: fax: testing services catalog version 1