Our In-House Laboratory
At the core of BAYA Olive Oil's premium quality is our dedicated in-house laboratory, established in 2019. Specialized in the analytical control of olive oils and olive pomace oils, our laboratory is formally recognized by the International Olive Council (IOC / COI) to guarantee full compliance with international olive oil standards.
To uphold the highest quality and safety for our consumers, our laboratory implements a quality management system aligned with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards and is actively pursuing accreditation with TUNAC.
Our Four Quality Commitments
Our laboratory operations follow strict operational standards to deliver complete trust:
Testing is carried out by trained, qualified, and authorized staff using specialized equipment and mastered analytical procedures.
Testing activities are executed objectively and free from any outside influence.
Every sample, test, and analytical result is logged and tracked to ensure full product integrity from mill to bottle.
All client, sample, and testing data are handled under strict confidentiality protocols.
In-House Chemical Laboratory & Video Walkthrough
Step inside Laboratoire AGROLIVA in Sfax, equipped with high-precision gas chromatography (GC-MS), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and ISO/IEC 17025 compliant analytical workstations.
Olive Oil Quality Control Laboratory
Watch our internal quality control workflow in action. This video tour provides complete visibility into our certified procedures: from incoming tank sampling and physicochemical testing to chromatogram readouts and final Certificate of Analysis (COA) issuance.
- High-resolution Gas Chromatography & Spectrophotometry
- Batch lot verification mapped directly to export containers
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017 compliant Quality Management System
Chemical Analysis & Chromatography Suite
High-resolution GC-MS instruments for fatty acid composition, sterols, aliphatic alcohols, and wax fraction quantification with digital calibration.
Instrumental Testing & HPLC System
Automated multi-column liquid chromatography stack for biophenols, tocopherols, peroxide values, and ECN42 triglyceride screening.
Rigorous Analytical Testing
Every batch of BAYA Olive Oil undergoes meticulous physical and chemical evaluation:
Key Quality Parameters under Accreditation Scope
Conforming strictly to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 & International Olive Council (IOC) validated standards:
- Free Acidity (Acidité libre)
- Peroxide Value (Indice de peroxyde)
- UV Absorbance Spectrophotometry (K232, K270, and ΔK)
- Fatty Acid Composition (Composition en acides gras)
- Moisture and Volatile Matter Content (Teneur en eau et matières volatiles)
- Insoluble Impurities (Impuretés insolubles)
Advanced Purity & Chemical Analysis
Our laboratory also analyzes comprehensive chemical characteristics:
- Sterols & Waxes
- Aliphatic Alcohols & FAEE
- ECN 42 & Stigmastadiene
- Pesticide Residues Screening
- Monopalmitate
- Tocopherols & Biophenols
(Source: Laboratoire AGROLIVA accredited analytical specifications & COI/T.15 standards)
Grade Segregation System
Preserving Lab-Certified Quality Across Every Pipeline
Laboratory excellence is matched by rigorous physical engineering. Our facility features independent, permanently labeled 316L stainless steel manifold circuits for each category (Organic Extra Virgin, EVOO, Pure Olive Oil, Pomace Oil, and Reserve Batches). Each transfer line is CIP-sanitized and nitrogen-purged before and after every transfer operation.
IOC Sensory Evaluation & Panel Testing Room
Physicochemical testing is only one half of IOC certification. Extra Virgin Olive Oil must officially pass a standardized blind organoleptic panel test in our purpose-built sensory testing facility:
IOC-Standard Sensory Tasting Cubicles
Individual partitioned tasting booths engineered strictly according to International Olive Council sensory panel guidelines (COI/T.20). Each booth features acoustic dividers and standardized lighting to guarantee complete taster independence.
Standardized Cobalt Blue Tasting Glass
Official IOC cobalt blue tasting glass with watch glass cover. The intense cobalt glass masks oil hue and turbidity so certified tasters cannot be influenced by color intensity, focusing strictly on olfactory fruitiness, bitterness, and pungency.
Advanced Varietal Profiling: Chemlali & Chétoui Spider Chart
Laboratoire AGROLIVA deploys advanced organoleptic spider radar analysis ("Toile d’Araignée") and multi-column chromatography to characterize the distinct sensory and chemical fingerprints of Tunisia’s premier cultivars: Chemlali and Chétoui, as well as the BAYA Signature Master Blend. Click below to explore the dynamic sensory profiles:
Chemlali de Sfax
Tunisia’s most celebrated cultivar, renowned for its golden limpid robe, exceptionally high oleic acid ratio, mild bitterness, and harmonious sweet almond finish. Ideal for international retail markets and smooth culinary pairing.
| Variety / Terroir | Sensory Typicity | Polyphenols (mg/kg) | Oleic Acid (C18:1) | Free Acidity | Best Commercial Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemlali (Sfax & South) | Mild, sweet almond, ripe apple, subtle grassy nuance | 300 – 380 | 68% – 72% | ≤ 0.25% | BAYA Classic, Table condiments, Delicate dressings |
| Chétoui (North & High Tell) | Robust green fruitiness, fresh artichoke, green tomato, intense peppery finish | 650 – 850 | 74% – 78% | ≤ 0.20% | BAYA Intense Reserve, High-antioxidant dietary lines |
| BAYA Signature Blend | Harmonious balance of green aroma, gentle peppery spark, and velvety body | 450 – 550 | 71% – 74% | ≤ 0.22% | Global Retail, Foodservice, High-turnover Private Label |
Global Certification Framework
Our laboratory testing supports an international certification framework that guarantees excellence across all markets:
BRCGS Food Safety
IFS Food
USDA Organic
AB (Agriculture Bio)
ECOCERT
Halal Certified
Kosher Certified
FDA Compliant
FSMA Verified
Orgânico Brasil
ISCC Certified
Food Safety Standards
Audited GFSI benchmarks ensuring supreme hygienic processing:
- BRCGS Food Safety
- IFS Food
- FDA (US Food & Drug Administration)
- FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act)
Organic Certifications
Full organic traceability from certified agricultural groves:
- USDA Organic
- ECOCERT
- AB (Certifié Agriculture Biologique)
- Organico Brasil
Religious & Sustainability Compliance
Cultural and carbon compliance for global market access:
- Halal
- Kosher
- ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification)
- Zero-Waste Circular Model
North American Commercial Hub — AGROLIVA USA
For bulk imports, commercial distribution, and wholesale inquiries within the United States and North America, connect directly with our regional division:
Visit Site: agroliva.us
US Consumer & Retail Brand Portal — BAYA Olive Oil US
To explore retail distribution, private label inquiries, and consumer sales for BAYA Olive Oil in the US market:
Visit Site: bayaoliveoil.usNeed Lot Analysis or Specific Quality Parameters?
Our analytical laboratory team provides comprehensive specification sheets, pesticide screenings, and COA documentation for every export shipment.
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