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GLP & ISO 17025 Accredited · Microbiology Laboratory

Antimicrobial, Antibacterial & Anti-fungal Surface Testing

Independent third-party validation of antimicrobial, antibacterial, and anti-fungal efficacy across surfaces, textiles, disinfectants, plastics, ceramics, and cosmetics — backed by GLP and ISO 17025 accreditation and trusted by leading global brands.

ISO-accredited
GLP-compliant
22 standard methods
Surfaces & Aerobiology
Bespoke protocols

Overview

Why independent antimicrobial testing matters

Manufacturers, regulatory teams, and product managers rely on Airmid Healthgroup to generate credible, defensible efficacy data that supports regulatory submissions, eco-label programmes, and consumer-facing claims. Our GLP-compliant and ISO 17025-accredited microbiology laboratory tests to internationally recognised standards across a full range of product categories — from chemical disinfectants and surface coatings to textiles, plastics, fine ceramics, and cosmetics.

All standard protocols can be adapted into bespoke test designs targeting specific microorganisms at concentrations defined by ISO standard or by your own specifications. A specialist virology service is also available for pathogen identification and antiviral efficacy work.

Accreditations & capabilities

✓  GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) accreditation

✓  ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation

✓  BSL-2 virology containment facility

✓  22+ standard test methods

✓  Bespoke protocol design

✓  Microbial water analysis

✓  Global client base & regulatory acceptance

Full test menu

Surface & aerobiology microbiology testing services

Standard / Test Product Category Method Description
ISO 27447:2009 Fine ceramics Antibacterial activity of semiconducting photocatalytic materials — advanced ceramics, glass, plastics, textiles
BS ISO 22196:2011 Plastics & non-porous Measurement of antibacterial activity on plastics and other non-porous surfaces
BS EN ISO 20743:2021 Textiles Determination of antibacterial activity of antibacterial finished textile products
BS ISO 16869:2008 Plastics Assessment of the effectiveness of fungistatic compounds in plastics formulations
ISO 21149:2009 Cosmetics Enumeration and detection of aerobic mesophilic bacteria
ISO 16212:2011 Cosmetics Enumeration of yeast and mould
BS EN 1884:1999 Feather & down Enumeration and detection of bacteria
BS EN 1884:1999 (adapted) Feather & down Enumeration and detection of bacteria (with in-house adaptation)
BS EN 1040:2005 Chemical disinfectants Evaluation of basic bactericidal activity of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics
BS EN 1275:2005 Chemical disinfectants Evaluation of basic fungicidal or basic yeasticidal activity of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics
BS EN 1650:2008 Chemical disinfectants Evaluation of fungicidal or yeasticidal activity of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics
BS EN 13727:2003 Chemical disinfectants Evaluation of bactericidal activity — medical instruments
BS EN 13697:2001 Chemical disinfectants Evaluation of bactericidal and/or fungicidal activity
BS EN 13610:2002 Chemical disinfectants Virucidal activity against bacteriophages
BS EN 1276:2009 Chemical disinfectants Evaluation of bactericidal activity of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics
ASTM E2149-10 Chemical disinfectants Determining the antimicrobial activity of immobilized antimicrobial agents under dynamic contact conditions
JIS Z 2801 Chemical disinfectants Evaluation of bactericidal activity on antibacterial products
AATCC 100 Textiles Assessment of antibacterial finishes on textile materials
AATCC 174 Antimicrobial materials Determining the antimicrobial activity of carpet materials and the effect of a cleaning process on antimicrobial resistance
ASTM G21 Polymeric materials Determining resistance of synthetic polymeric materials to fungi
Specialist virology service Virology Pathogen identification and antiviral testing — chemical disinfectants, surface coatings, nanomaterials, viral identification
Bespoke protocols Custom All standard tests can be tailored to specific microorganisms at concentrations defined by ISO standard or by the client’s own specifications — building materials, appliances, textiles, cleaning products
Water analysis Water testing Water sampling and testing for inorganic, organic, and microbial particulates

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between GLP and ISO 17025 accreditation for antimicrobial testing?

GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) is a quality framework required for non-clinical safety studies submitted to regulatory bodies such as the EPA and ECHA. ISO 17025 certifies the technical competence of the testing laboratory itself. Airmid Healthgroup holds both, meaning its antimicrobial test data is accepted for regulatory submissions and commercial product claims worldwide.

Which antimicrobial testing standards does Airmid Healthgroup offer?

Airmid Healthgroup offers 22+ internationally recognised test methods including BS EN 1040, BS EN 1276, BS EN 13697, BS ISO 22196, ISO 27447, ASTM E2149, ASTM G21, JIS Z 2801, AATCC 100, AATCC 174, and bespoke protocols covering disinfectants, textiles, plastics, ceramics, cosmetics, and water. See the full test menu above.

Can Airmid Healthgroup design bespoke antimicrobial test protocols?

Yes. All standard test methods can be adapted to target specific microorganisms at concentrations defined by ISO standards or by the client’s own specifications. Bespoke protocols are available for building materials, electrical appliances, textiles, and cleaning products.

Does Airmid Healthgroup conduct antiviral as well as antibacterial testing?

Yes. In addition to antibacterial and anti-fungal testing, Airmid Healthgroup provides a specialist virology service covering pathogen identification, antiviral efficacy, and virucidal activity (including BS EN 13610 for bacteriophage testing). The lab operates BSL-2 containment facilities for work with infectious agents.

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