DNA barcoding is still a science project: BI Chief

Expert review: ‘DNA barcoding unsuitable as a stand-alone tool for identifying & authenticating botanicals’

13-Jul-2016

By Stephen Daniells

DNA barcoding to identify and authenticate botanical ingredients in dietary supplements should only be used in addition to other existing analytical methods, says a new expert review.

DNA barcoding is a critical part of improving the industry’s quality program, says NY AG’s office

18-Apr-2016

By Stephen Daniells

The New York Attorney General’s Office believes DNA barcoding is still critical for testing herbal supplements, despite new studies showing the inadequacies of the technology.

Data confirms that DNA barcoding alone not suitable for finished dietary supplement products

15-Apr-2016

By Stephen Daniells

Two new studies have shown what many in industry have been claiming for a long time: DNA barcoding by itself is not an adequate method for analyzing botanical dietary supplements.

DNA barcoding is still a science project: BI Chief

The dietary supplements industry has done a great job coming together to address raw material supply in the wake of the New York Attorney General’s action, says George Pontiakos, CEO of BI Nutraceuticals.

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Expert review: ‘DNA barcoding unsuitable as a stand-alone tool for identifying & authenticating botanicals’

DNA barcoding is a critical part of improving the industry’s quality program, says NY AG’s office

Data confirms that DNA barcoding alone not suitable for finished dietary supplement products