Laboratorio Espejo, S.L.

Laboratorio Espejo, S.L. is an accredited testing laboratory in Seville, Spain, specializing in the physical, chemical, and sensory analysis of edible oils, fats, and food products. Founded in 1944, it stands as the oldest private oil and fat analysis laboratory in Spain, serving national and international agro-food clients across the Mediterranean basin and globally. The laboratory holds official recognition from the International Olive Council (IOC/COI) and accreditation from ENAC under ISO/IEC 17025 for advanced contaminant and residue testing. Its core capabilities include GC-MS and GC-MS/MS chromatographic analysis for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), pesticides, MOSH/MOAH mineral oils, and biofenols in extra virgin olive oil. Beyond olive oil quality testing and organoleptic panel evaluations, the company performs microbiological and physicochemical testing on drinking water, wastewater, soil fertilizers, and animal feed. The firm provides specialized technical advisory services for oil refining processes, custom method development, and expert legal witness assessments for commercial contract disputes. Additionally, Laboratorio Espejo offers laboratory setup consulting, equipment repair, and professional training programs for technicians and students in the oleicola sector.