The ongoing multistate Salmonella outbreak in the United States, linked to contaminated moringa powder in dietary supplements, has reached 65 confirmed cases across 28 states. This incident, triggering nationwide recalls, serves as a stark reminder that even "low-risk" dry ingredients require rigorous microbial oversight. As authorities trace contamination back to suppliers, the industry must ensure safety is built into every step of the supply chain.

To help manufacturers transition from reactive recalls to proactive prevention, FSTest provides a specialized "Three-Tier Defense" portfolio to identify risks in real-time:

l  Salmonella Rapid Test Kit:  This lateral flow assay provides visual results in 10–15 minutes post-enrichment. It is highly specific, ensuring no cross-reactivity with common non-target bacteria such as E. coli, S. aureus, or B. cereus, allowing for reliable batch clearance.

l  Salmonella Count Plate:  Designed for quantitative data, this plate simplifies testing with results in 15–24 hours. Salmonella colonies appear as distinct purplish red spots, while non-target colonies appear blue or other colors, facilitating rapid trend analysis.

l  Surface Salmonella Test Paper:  This tool enables rapid detection from work surfaces to prevent cross-contamination. With a detection limit of 1–10 CFU/50 cm², this wipe-sampling solution identifies hygiene gaps within 18–24 hours.

In an era of intensifying regulatory scrutiny, early detection is the most effective way to protect consumers and brand integrity. FSTest remains committed to delivering validated technologies to ensure a safe and healthy food supply chain.