How Long Will Your Product Last? Discover with Real-Time & Accelerated Shelf Life Testing

Shelf life testing is a critical process used to determine how long a product maintains its safety, quality, and functionality under specific storage conditions. At METS, we offer both Real-Time Shelf Life Testing and Accelerated Shelf Life Testing, tailored to meet the needs of a wide range of industries including food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and consumer goods. Both shelf life testing methods at METS are IAS-accredited and approved by the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), ensuring compliance with international standards and regulatory requirements.

Real-Time Shelf Life Testing

What is Real-Time Shelf Life Testing?

Real-time shelf life testing involves storing a product under normal, recommended storage conditions (e.g., temperature, humidity, and light exposure) and monitoring it over time until it fails to meet quality specifications.

Key Features:

• Conducted under actual storage conditions


• Long duration (e.g., 6 months to 2 years or more)


• Involves periodic testing (e.g., monthly, quarterly)

Advantages:

• Provides the most accurate estimate of product shelf life


• Required by regulators for certain product categories

Applications:

• Final confirmation after accelerated testing


• Stability testing for regulatory submissions


• Long-term quality assurance

Accelerated Shelf Life Testing

What is Accelerated Shelf Life Testing?

Accelerated shelf life testing speeds up the aging process by storing products under elevated stress conditions (e.g., higher temperature, humidity, or light) to simulate long-term storage in a shorter period.

Key Features:

• Uses predictive models such as the Arrhenius equation


• Reduces testing time dramatically (from months to weeks)


• Allows early estimation of product stability

Advantages:

• Faster time-to-market for new products


• Early identification of degradation issues


• Cost-effective and time-efficient

Industries We Serve

• Food & Beverage


• Pharmaceuticals


• Nutraceuticals


• Cosmetics & Personal Care


• Chemicals & Industrial Products


• Household and Consumer Goods


• Packaging Materials

Our Capabilities

• Controlled temperature and humidity chambers


• Photostability testing


• Microbiological analysis


• Physical and chemical characterization

Partner with METS for Reliable Shelf Life Testing

At METS, our experienced scientists and quality experts use validated methods and internationally recognized protocols to ensure precise and reliable shelf life assessments. Whether you're launching a new product or maintaining quality assurance, METS provides the scientific foundation you need for confident decision-making.