Oils and fats

Frying oils and fried snacks

Fish Oil

Olive oil

Palm oil

Bakery products and spreads

Nuts

Milk and dairy products

Egg products

Tomato derivatives

Vinegar

Food

Wine

Beer

Cider

Kombucha

Coffee Fermentation

Green coffee, roasted coffee and beverage

Water for coffee preparation

Analyses of Soft Drinks with CDR DrinkLab

Soft Drinks and RTDs

Analyses of Fruit Juices with CDR DrinkLab

Fruit Juices

Tea Analysis from Leaves to Drink with CDR DrinkLab

Analyses of Plant-based Beverages with CDR DrinkLab

Plant-based Beverages 

Kefir

Analyses of Drinking Water with CDR DrinkLab

Water

Beverage

Animal feeds and silages

Pet Food

Animal food and silages

How to handle at best maceration and micro-oxygenation in winemaking

Professional Testing Equipment for Wine Analysis in Winery Labs

Tests on cider for quality and process controls in real time

Beer Quality Control: Beer Wort Water Simple and fast Analysis in Brewery

Quality control in brewery industry - Analysis of Mashing

The aroma of butter having the name of diacetyl!

Beer Analysis for in-house quality control: How to Improve your Beer Brewing Process

How to analyze the SO2 directly into your Winery

Acetaldehyde analysis with CDR WineLab®

The Chemistry of Winemaking: Malolactic Fermentation

Wine Sugar analysis: It's Just a Matter of… Fehling

Weather, grape harvesting and must analyses

How to avoid stuck fermentation in years with high temperatures and high water scarcity or in cool and rainy years

Complete control of vinification in a single analysis instrument

Analysis for control of the brewing process

How YAN and Gluconic Acid Testing Helps Winemakers Manage Fermentation Risk in Extreme Vintages

The importance of proper yeast recovery

Controlling Maceration and Micro-oxygenation in the wine-making process

The evolution of sugars and of wort density during beer fermentation

Phenolic Maturity of Grape

Mastering IBU Measurement in Beer Brewing: A Technical Exploration

Conversion of sugar and formation of wort density in beer fermentation

Optimizing Hop Aroma and Bitterness Through IBU Analysis: The Oakham Ales Case Study

 Measured IBU vs Perceived Bitterness in Dry Hopping: When Numbers Go Up, Down, and When They Fool the Brewer

Beyond Sugars: Essential Analytical Parameters for Quick Harvest Decisions

Analytical testing of cider: chemical parameters, critical limits, and corrective actions to prevent fermentation defects and microbiological spoilage

CDR BeerLab® in the Daily Routine at Les Bières du Grand St. Bernard

2026 Grape Harvest: Managing Laboratory Analyses at the Winery During Peak Work Periods

Low- and Zero-Alcohol Beers: Safety, Accuracy, and Analytical Control

Chemist and enologist, expert in chemical analyses of food and beverage - CDR FoodLab® Division Manager. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-bellassai-75684577/">LinkedIn Profile</a> Simone Bellassai graduated with honors in Chemistry from the University of Florence in 2009, where he began his career spending a year as a research fellow in the Electrochemical Department. Towards the end of that same year, he transitioned into the private sector by joining the R&amp;D department at CDR srl, a company specializing in the development and production of quality control analysis systems for the Food &amp; Beverage industry.Building on his deep expertise in chemical analysis, Simone stepped into the role of CDR FoodLab® Division Manager in 2016, a position he continues to hold today. Driven by a passion for the sector, he earned a second degree with honors in Enology and Viticulture from the University of Florence in 2016. Bridging his knowledge of chemistry and winemaking, Simone authored the 2018 article "Winemaking in the Era of Climate Change: Determine yeast-assimilable nitrogen and gluconic acid for optimum alcoholic fermentation management," published in Wines &amp; Vines magazine.

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Dr. Simone Bellassai

CDR OxiTester at the OTA oil mill

They say about CDR WineLab®

The importance of the chemical analysis of MUN

At #enocamp, thinking of grape harvest 2015

Ornella

Ornella Lenzi

Francesco

Francesco Bonicolini

CDR FoodLab® distribution in Australia

MPOB Technical Seminar (MTecS) on Oils & Fats – The Heart of Food Industry

CDR FoodLab® helps MIT students in research on avocado oil production

Malaysia Government Delegation visited CDR

Welcome CDR CoffeeLab, the system for analyzing coffee from fruit to cup

The importance of assessing quality of edible oils to ensure adequate food fortification

CDR FOODLAB® Sales Manager. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriele-casini/">LinkedIn Profile</a>

Gabriele 

Gabriele Casini

CDR WineLab® at Virtual Unified Wine & Grape Symposium 2021

Case Study: Quality control in the BrewFist brewery with CDR BeerLab®

An easy-to-use device for real-time monitoring of your fermentation

Improve your in-house testing improving the efficiency of your beer production process

CDR WineLab® at Virtual Unified Wine & Grape Symposium, 26-29 January, 2021

The CDR BeerLab® Junior Configuration

CDR BeerLab® at Craft Brewer Conference in Denver April 8 - 11

Webinar: CDR BeerLab® an Easy-to-Use Device for the real-time monitoring of your beer making process

Avocado oil Analyses - Case study about the experience of Crofts Ltd with CDR FoodLab®

Our Journey at Kombucha Summit 2023: Showcasing CDR KombuchaLab

Real-Time Decision Making and Streamlined Quality Control in Distilleries with CDR BeerLab®

Streamlining Brewery Quality Control with CDR BeerLab®: The Experience of Prost Brewing Company

CDR WineLab® at Enoforum Web 2026: See you on October 21

Meet CDR BeerLab® and CDR DrinkLab® at BrauBeviale 2026 in Nuremberg

CDR WineLab® and CDR DrinkLab® at SIMEI 2026: Discover Our Solutions for Wine and Beverage Analysis

BrauBeviale 2026: See you in Nuremberg

CDR FoodLab® Sales &amp; Marketing - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/giulia-chiarion-03908b60/">LinkedIn Profile</a>

Giulia 

Giulia Chiarion

CDR CiderLab is Online at the CiderCon2021

CDR confirm the partnership with HLR - Chemlaborreaktiv LLC

CDR FoodLab® on the December 2016 Issue of the Mexican magazine Dulcelandia

Spectroscopic analyses of foods with a low environmental impact - ISA Conference 2016

CDR BeerLab®, CDR WineLab®, CDR CiderLab, CDR KombuchaLab distribution in USA

CDR FoodLab® line to Analytica in Munich. June 21–24, 2022.

A short film to promote CDR WineLab®

New agreement: DKSH and CDR are now partner in Thailand

Join CDR BeerLab® at Craft Brewers Conference 2023

CDR CoffeeLab, presentation at World of Coffee 2023 in Athens 

CDR FOODLAB® Signs Distribution Agreement with Benelux Scientific BV

Quality Control System for Snack Industries

Revolutionizing Food & Beverage Quality Analysis: Insights from CDR FOODLAB®'s Journey

CDR Participate with CDR FOODLAB® at ArabLab 2024 in Dubai, September 24-26

CDR WineLab® Brochure

Trends in Brewing 2025: Chemical Analysis for Innovative Beer Production

CDR Launches CDR DrinkLab: The New Beverage Analysis System - Press Release

CDR DrinkLab®: A New Approach to Beverage Quality Control

Calibration in the CDR FOODLAB® line analyzers: Design and Flexibility

Ufficio Stampa CDR s.r.l.

Press Office CDR s.r.l.

How to determine iodine value of oils and fats: new method

Investigation of the caffeine content of Honduran Coffee varieties

Green Coffee Analysis: How Transport Alters the Quality of Your Beans

CDR CoffeeLab® & HPLC Correlation: Lab Precision On-Site

From Roasting to Brewing: How Accademia del Caffè Espresso Used CDR CoffeeLab® to Study Caffeine

Researcher at the CDR Chemical Lab “Francesco Bonicolini”. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-banfi-7953bb1a1/">LinkedIn Profile</a>

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Dr. Sara Banfi

Determination of Peroxide Value in Oil: Insights and Methods

Olive oil: real or refined? K270 combats adulterations and frauds

Check oxidation in fats&oils by testing p-Anisidine Value

Fish Oil Testing Insights: Enhancing Quality Control & Analysis

Innovative at-line quality and process control methods in food&beverage industry

How to know the oxidation state to predict and increase the Shelf life of the fried snacks

How to determine the peroxide value in the palm oil

Optimize Your Cooking Oil for Better Quality and Shelf Life of frying snacks

Why you should analyze the total polyphenols in olive oil

Measuring the Acidity (FFA) of an olive oil

Oil analysis: the quality of 2011 Tuscan olive oil

The Free Fatty Acids parameter and biofuel

Lactic acid analysis (D+L) in tomato

How to Check Nuts Quality: an approach Maximizing Nut Quality and Shelf Life

 Olive Oil Season 2020: oil analyses, climate and quality

How to determine the oxidation state and the shelf life of finished products, like bakery products, snacks and spreads

Monitoring easily the quality of fats and oils during the production process

Fast, simple and reliable quality controls on olive oil at the mill without the support of skilled staff

The Solution to determine the Oxidation State of Nuts

Quality control of fish oil in the production plant as if you were in a laboratory

Chemical analyses for quality control of palm oil right at your mill

Analyses of Olive Oil in Tuscany in the 2022 season

Chemical analyses of olive oil for a quality product

The analysis of Olive Oil in Tuscany in the 2021 season

When is the best time for the olive harvest?

Oil Season 2019: Climate and Oil Quality

Olive Oil season 2018/2019: how did the oil analysis go?

Analysis of Tuscan Olive Oil: study of the 2017 season

2017 olive oil analysis: a look at the first results Campagna Olearia 2017 in Toscana

Improving the transformation process to obtain excellent quality extra virgin olive oil

Tuscan olive oil quality 2016 season

Quantity and quality of Tuscan olive oil from the 2015 Oil Season

The chemical analysis and characteristics of the olive oil - 2014 Season 

Analysis of Natural Oils with CDR FoodLab® at Northstar Lipids

Quality of the Tuscan olive oil season 2013

Oil analyses at the olive oil mill: AIFO - CDR study

The quality of Tuscan olive oil in the 2012 season

Analyses of Olive Oil in Tuscany in the 2023 season

Quality oil and potatoes to prevent acrylamide: the secret to perfect frying 

Olive Oil Analysis in Tuscany in the 2024 season

Monitoring Peroxide Value and Free Fatty Acids during the Optimization of Bleaching Conditions for Distillers Corn Oil

Oil Season 2025: Analysis of Quality and Production Challenges in Tuscany

The TOTOX Value and its Relationship with Food Oil Rancidity

Streamlining Quality Control for Natural Oils in Cosmetics, Pharma, and Functional Foods

Lactose analysis in lactose-free products: why speed, reliability, and process control are critical

Determination of alkaline phosphatase in milk: rapid monitoring of pasteurization

Quality Control of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Using CDR OxiTester Systems: The Valdelsa 2025 Case Study

Head of the CDR Chemical Lab “Francesco Bonicolini.” <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-pucci/">LinkedIn Profile</a>Simone Pucci is a chemist with experience in the field of reagents and chemical analysis systems, gained primarily at CDR, a company where he has worked since 2004 and where he currently serves as Research Manager in the biochemistry division. Throughout his professional career, he has developed specific expertise in the development and quality control of analytical kits for various food matrices and the veterinary sector. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, with an applied curriculum specializing in tanning, from the University of Pisa. During his academic studies, he also conducted experimental research focused on optimizing a tanning process with low environmental impact.He has written numerous technical articles for the online magazine <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.teatronaturale.it/autore/simone-pucci.htm">Teatronaturale.it</a>

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Dr. Simone Pucci

Quality Control in Production of Liquid and Powdered Egg Products

Optimization of Oxidative Stress Indicator Workflows for Enhanced Quality Control of Rendered Meals and Fats Utilizing the CDR FoodLab® Analyzer: Peroxide Value and Free Fatty Acids

Analytical Tools for the Future of Fermented Beverages

Exploring Antioxidant Strategies and Oxidative Stability: Case Studies on Pet Food Shelf-Life Management and Insect Oil

Quality control in brewery industry - Understanding yeast and sugar interplay in the mash phase

Quality control in brewery industry - Unlocking Yeast metabolism secrets: Nitrogen and Sulfur Dioxide effects on beer

De-alcoholized Wine: New Frontiers in Winemaking

Quality Control in the Winery: Il Borro’s Analytical Protocol with CDR WineLab® for Outstanding Wines

Beyond tradition, data guided winemaking: 4 real cases with CDR WineLab®

Bitterness in Beer: Analytical Precision and Innovation with CDR BeerLab®

Ethanol in Mulled Wine – Chemistry, Tradition, and Accurate Measurement

Rethinking Kombucha Testing: What Every Modern Producer Should Know

Oat Milk and Oat-Based Beverages: Composition, Production Process and the Role of Chemical Analysis in Quality Control

Quality control challenges in modern soft drinks: analytical strategies and case studies

Hydrodynamic Cavitation Innovation in Brewing: Efficiency, Quality, and the Central Role of CDR BeerLab®

Technical Report: Optimization of Sulfur Analysis in Wine – Official Methods Compared with the CDR WineLab® System

The Science of Fruit Wines: Technological Principles and Analytical Control in Non-Grape Fermentation

Essential Oil Testing Laboratory: Quality Control without Toxic Solvents

Acetic Acid Measurement: A Strategic Guide to Wine Quality and Analytical Innovation

Copper in Winemaking: From Vineyard Management to Analytical Control in the Winery

Optimizing Butter and Margarine Quality Control: Cutting Through the Complexity with CDR FoodLab®

Researcher at CDR's “Francesco Bonicolini” Chemical Laboratory - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://rebrand.ly/InProfileDaFoodlabcom">LinkedIn Profile</a>Francesca Bruni is a chemical analyst in the Research and Development department at CDR, specializing in the development of photometric chemical analyses for food and industrial applications. She earned a master’s degree in Chemistry and Chemical Sciences from the University of Florence and has research experience in the fields of electrochemistry, electrocatalysis, and nanomaterials, gained at the University of Florence and the CNR-ICCOM. She is also the co-author of a scientific paper on sustainable electrode materials for alkaline fuel cells.

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Dr. Francesca Bruni

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