At CIRAM, we support manufacturers who wish to scientifically prove the naturalness of their products - cosmetics, ingredients, additives or polymers - by combining carbon-14 and isotopic analyses.
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Naturalness has become a decisive criterion in the choices of consumers and prescribers. Whether in cosmetics, the food industryfood cleaning products or materials, claims such as " 100% natural", " from renewable resources " or " plant origin " must now be backed up by verifiable scientific evidence. Measuring the naturalness of your products enables you to :
Committed cosmetics brands, suppliers of natural ingredients and green chemistry manufacturers trust us to scientifically certify the naturalness of their products.
At CIRAM, we use a cross-analytical approach to rigorously assess the naturalness of a product or ingredient:
This combination of analyses guarantees a reliable, standardized assessment of naturalness, even for formulated or processed products.
Request a quoteAt CIRAM, we have structured our analysis process to guarantee reliable, standardized and directly usable results:
We work with you to analyze your needs: validation of a "100% natural" claim, compliance with a reference standard, marketing differentiation, etc.
We select the most appropriate approach: radiocarbon analysis alone or combined with isotope analysis, depending on the product and standards targeted.
You'll receive simple instructions on how to prepare and send your samples in conditions that guarantee their integrity.
Our experts carry out the analysis according to strict, validated protocols, with quality controls at every stage.
You'll receive a detailed report, ready to be incorporated into your communication materials, certification files or tender responses.
When you choose CIRAM, you benefit from the expertise of an independent scientific laboratory, specialized in materials analysis and recognized for the reliability of its results. For over 20 years, we have been working with industries faced with the growing challenges of traceability, conformity and product enhancement.
We bring you :
Yes, our methods apply equally to ingredients and finished products, even complex ones.
Yes, our reports comply with the requirements of our standards and are recognized by certification bodies.
It is not legally required, but it is strongly recommended to justify your declarations, avoid disputes and reinforce your credibility.
On average 5 to 10 working days from receipt of sample.
Yes, we regularly carry out comparative analyses to help our customers make strategic choices.
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