We are a leading provider of food assurance services to Aotearoa’s primary and food production sectors. Sharing and applying knowledge and insights from over 100 years’ experience, we are dedicated to helping our partners uphold what Aotearoa stands for in food – a higher standard of quality and safety.

Cawthron Analytical Science is a division of the Cawthron Institute, an independent science research organisation servicing the primary sector. It is an ISO 17025 accredited contract laboratory that has been operating for 50 years, and has a proven track record for quality, analytical excellence and scientific expertise. Cawthron Analytical Science offers the latest in analytical technology, customised services and a rapid response to industry needs. Capability includes: food chemistry, microbiology, aquatic toxins & natural products testing to GMP & TGA requirements. In addition to these routine services, a specialist analytical R&D team are available for customised analytical work and research.