--- title: Food and Water | Broughton description: Broughton provides scientific support to manufacturers, suppliers, and regulators in the food and water industries. --- Trusted Testing for Novel Foods, Beverages and Water
 We support novel food approvals, beverage innovation, and water quality through analytical testing, toxicology, and ICH-compliant stability studies. Contact us ![hex-image-food-water-h2](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/New%20Website%20Images/hex-image-food-water-h2.png "hex-image-food-water-h2") ## ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) Why Broughton? ### Analytical Testing for Novel Foods and Beverages Partner with an ISO- and GMP-accredited lab trusted by regulated industries to test complex ingredients, functional beverages, and innovative formulations. Our expertise supports EFSA and FSA Novel Food submissions as well as global market entry. [ Download our Novel Foods & Beverages Testing Overview ](https://www.broughton-group.com/food-and-water-testing#) ### Microbiological & Contaminant Risk Screening Uncover microbial, chemical, and environmental risks with precise screening. From novel proteins and plant-based ingredients to bottled water and fortified beverages, we help safeguard product safety and consumer confidence. Download our Microbiology & Contaminant Screening Overview ### Stability Studies & Shelf-Life Confidence Protect your brand with ICH-aligned stability and shelf-life studies. Our monitored onsite storage chambers and robust reporting help validate claims and ensure long-term quality across food, beverage, and water products. Download our Stability Testing Guide
 ### Toxicology for Novel Ingredients & Packaging Support safety submissions and product development with in-house toxicology services for novel ingredients, additives, functional components, and packaging materials. We provide data to underpin regulatory dossiers and risk assessments. Download our Toxicology Services Overview
 ### Packaging Compatibility & Migration Studies Ensure packaging integrity and compliance with migration testing and compatibility studies. We assess how packaging interacts with novel food and beverage formulations, as well as water products, to prevent safety or stability risks. Download our Packaging Testing Overview ### Regulatory Documentation & Strategy Support Navigate complex UK, EU, and global requirements for novel foods, functional beverages, and water quality. Our consultancy team provides strategic insight, dossier preparation, and study design to streamline approvals and compliance. Download our Regulatory Support Overview ## ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) Building Certainty, One Partnership at a Time At Broughton, we measure success by the trust our clients place in us. As a global CRO, we work as an extension of our clients’ teams, delivering integrated analytical, scientific, and regulatory services that bring clarity and build certainty across pharmaceutical, healthcare, and lifestyle markets. Contact us > “Our functional beverage contained multiple novel food ingredients so we needed a UKAS-accredited laboratory that could deliver precise, validated testing under regulatory scrutiny. Broughton’s analytical capabilities and attention to data quality gave us the confidence to move forward with international retail distribution." Head of Quality, Wellness Beverage Brand ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) > "We were working with a botanical extract with very little precedent in food products. Broughton helped us characterise it chemically, assess its stability, and build a testing strategy to support our product claims and novel food application. Their scientific team understood both the scientific and regulatory requirements we were facing." Director of R&D, Herbal Ingredient Company ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) > "Developing a CBD-based beverage meant navigating a new regulatory landscape for us. Broughton supported us with method development, analytical testing and dossier preparation, all tailored to UK and EU novel food requirements. Their integrated approach across testing and consultancy helped with communications and was real advantage.” Regulatory Lead, Cannabinoid Beverage Startup ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) ## ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) Solutions We Drive ### Our analytical, development, and regulatory services support innovators in novel foods, beverages, and water, from disruptive start-ups to global manufacturers. Whether pursuing a novel food application, ensuring product compliance, or safeguarding public health, Broughton is your trusted partner for delivering safe, high-quality products. Categories we support include: Novel foods and ingredients – New functional ingredients, plant-based proteins, and alternative sources requiring EFSA or FSA novel food applications Functional and fortified beverages – Innovative drinks designed to deliver health benefits, nutrition, or wellness functionality Food and drink formulations – Safe, compliant, and stable products backed by analytical testing and shelf-life studies Nutritional supplements and additives – Supporting market entry with substantiation of efficacy, stability, and safety Bottled and spring water – Compliance with strict microbiological, chemical, and environmental quality standards Water utilities and environmental safety – Testing programmes for treatment facilities, municipal water supplies, and environmental monitoring Your challenge, our drive – let’s deliver the solution together   View Our Services ![IndustryPage_Food_H4](https://www.broughton-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/New%20Website%20Images/IndustryPage_Food_H4.png?width=1574&height=1392&name=IndustryPage_Food_H4.png "IndustryPage_Food_H4") ![hex-image-animal-health-h4](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/New%20Website%20Images/hex-image-animal-health-h4.png "hex-image-animal-health-h4") ## ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) Our Expertise **Research and Development**: Early-stage scientific input to guide product formulation, safety strategy, and testing design. **Scientific Substantiation**: Analytical testing and toxicological assessment to support product safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance. **Post-Market Compliance**: Ongoing testing, documentation, and regulatory support to ensure continued product quality and market readiness. - [![Quality Control (QC) Testing](https://www.broughton-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_182073783%201.png?width=349&height=384&name=AdobeStock_182073783%201.png) Quality Control (QC) Testing ](https://www.broughton-group.com/quality-control-qc-testing-broughton) - [![Stability Storage and Testing](https://www.broughton-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Group%20195-1.png?width=357&height=392&name=Group%20195-1.png) Stability Storage and Testing ](https://www.broughton-group.com/stability-storage) - [![Product Characterisation](https://www.broughton-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/New%20Website%20Images/Group%20210.png?width=357&height=390&name=Group%20210.png) Product Characterisation ](https://www.broughton-group.com/product-characterisation-and-testing) - [![Method Development and Validation](https://www.broughton-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Group%20215.png?width=357&height=390&name=Group%20215.png) Method Development and Validation ](https://www.broughton-group.com/method-development-and-validation) - [![Extractables and Leachables (E&L)](https://www.broughton-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mask%20group.png?width=357&height=390&name=Mask%20group.png) Extractables and Leachables (E&L) ](https://www.broughton-group.com/extractable-and-leachables) - [![Toxicology Services](https://www.broughton-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_1542911043%201.png?width=349&height=385&name=AdobeStock_1542911043%201.png) Toxicology Services ](https://www.broughton-group.com/toxicology-solutions) - [![Regulatory Solutions](https://www.broughton-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Group%20188-1.png?width=357&height=393&name=Group%20188-1.png) Regulatory Solutions ](https://www.broughton-group.com/regulatory-solutions) - [![Pharmaceutical Development](https://www.broughton-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Group%20183-1.png?width=357&height=390&name=Group%20183-1.png) Pharmaceutical Development ](https://www.broughton-group.com/pharmaceutical-development) - [![GMP Batch Release Testing](https://www.broughton-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Group%20185-1.png?width=357&height=390&name=Group%20185-1.png) GMP Batch Release Testing ](https://www.broughton-group.com/gmp_batch_release_testing) Our team works as an extension of yours, helping you reduce risk, accelerate timelines, and bring products to market responsibly. View Our Services ### Knowledge Centre Explore resources articles and insights support your Food & Water products journey. ### Independent Expertise for Stability Studies Discover how independent stability testing reduces risk and improves product quality [ Download ](https://www.broughton-group.com/independent-expertise-stability-studies) ### ICH Product Stability Storage and Analysis Brochure Explore our in-house stability storage capabilities and expert-led analysis services [ Download ](https://www.broughton-group.com/resources/ich-product-stability-storage-and-analysis-brochure) ### Toxicology Advice and Consultancy Services Understand how expert toxicological reviews support product safety and compliance [ Download ](https://www.broughton-group.com/lp-toxicology-advice-and-consultancy-services) ### Whitepaper: Designing a Bespoke Stability Study Learn how tailored stability studies support product development and dossier success [ Download ](https://www.broughton-group.com/resources/whitepaper-designing-a-bespoke-stability-study) ### Whitepaper: The Use of Risk Assessments to Optimise your E&L Strategy See how risk assessments help refine your extractables and leachables approach [ Download ](https://www.broughton-group.com/resources/the-use-of-risk-assessments-to-optimize-your-extractables-and-leachables-strategy) ### Whitepaper: What are Stability Studies A clear overview of why stability studies matter across regulated and emerging markets [ Download ](https://www.broughton-group.com/resources/what-are-stability-studies-guide-lp) Contact Us