FSTest Surface Hygiene Test Card

Fast & Easy Protein Residue Detection for Food Contact Surfaces

The FSTest Surface Hygiene Test Card is a rapid protein residue paper-based testing sensor that designed for monitoring surface cleanliness in food processing, catering kitchens, public facilities, and personal hygiene assessments. By detecting protein residues (a key nutrient for microbial growth), this test helps determine whether a surface has been effectively cleaned and sanitized.

Whether you're a food manufacturer, restaurant operator, or hygiene inspector, this easy-to-use kit helps ensure your sanitation protocols meet strict HACCP and GMP requirements.

Key Features

✅ Rapid Results in 10 Minutes – Instantly assess cleanliness without lab equipment

✅ Detects Residual Proteins – Protein is a key indicator of microbial contamination risk

✅ High Sensitivity – Limit of detection: 100 ppm (mg/L)

✅ Simple Visual Readout – Color change on the test card correlates to protein level

✅ Ready-to-Use – No mixing or incubation required

✅ Perfect for On-Site Monitoring – Use in kitchens, factories, and field inspections

Kit Components

50 × Test Strips

1 × Moisture Solution (7 mL)

1 × Chromogenic Reagent (3 mL)

1 × User Manual

1 × Colorimetric Reference Card

Applications

✔ Catering kitchens & restaurants

✔ Food processing lines & packaging machines

✔ Public health and hygiene inspections

✔ Personal hygiene (hand sanitation check)

✔ Surface safety checks in cruise ships, hotels, and canteens

✔ Ideal for monitoring cleanliness of cutting boards, countertops, trays, handrails, utensils, conveyor belts, mixers, and hard-to-reach areas.

How to Use – 6 Simple Steps

1.  Moisten Test Area

 Add 2 drops of moisture solution onto the target surface (10×10 cm).

2.  Open the Test Card

 Uncover the film and do not touch the detection tablet.

3.  Wipe the Area

 Use the round tablet side to wipe back and forth over the area.

4.  Position the Card

 Place the card on a flat surface with the tablet side facing up.

5. Add Reagent

 Drop 1 drop of chromogenic solution onto the tablet.

6. Read Results

 Observe color change within 10 minutes and compare to the reference color chart.

Result Interpretation

No Color: Clean – No detectable protein residue

Light Yellow to Orange: Minor residue – May require attention

Red to Purple: High contamination – Surface needs re-cleaning

Storage Conditions

Store at 10–25°C, sealed and away from direct light

Shelf life: 12 months from manufacturing date

Stay Compliant.    Stay Safe.    Test Surface Cleanliness Anywhere.

Whether you're meeting HACCP, ISO 22000, or FDA cleaning standards, the FSTest Surface Hygiene Test Card helps you verify that surfaces are truly clean — fast, visually, and cost-effectively.

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