Seafood Decomposition Testing — Histamine, Indole & Sensory Evaluation

FTS Laboratories provides seafood decomposition testing to support import compliance, quality verification, and detention response for tuna, mahi-mahi, mackerel, and other decomposition-prone species. Testing includes histamine analysis to assess scombroid poisoning risk, along with chemical indicators such as indole and total volatile basic nitrogen (TVBN) that reflect early-stage spoilage. We also perform organoleptic (sensory) decomposition evaluation using FDA-trained assessment criteria, providing the trained-panel evaluation FDA relies on when determining decomposition status. Whether you're verifying histamine levels before import, responding to an FDA seafood detention, or confirming product quality with sensory and chemical decomposition data, our lab delivers the timely, defensible results your shipment or investigation requires.