In Chile, controversies around species identification in food products are increasingly recurrent.
Jurel, a staple of the national diet, has frequently been subject to mislabeling and substitution with lower-value fish or species with different organoleptic properties, such as mackerel.
Food fraud cases like these are serious, as they undermine consumers’ right to transparent information, distort local markets, and may pose risks to public health.
Fortunately, these practices can be accurately detected and prevented using advanced molecular biology techniques such as Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). This method allows for the detection of species-specific DNA regions, making it possible to determine with high certainty whether a canned product contains genuine jurel or a substitute species.
At Luyef Biotechnologies, we are committed to food transparency and safety. Our technological capabilities enable us to detect food fraud through molecular diagnostic tools that ensure declared ingredients match the actual content of the product.
The technology to eliminate labeling fraud already exists. At Luyef, we make it available to support a safer and more transparent food industry.
For more information, contact us at solutions@luyef.com.
