Alkemist Labs
Garden Grove, California
Profile updated: March 13, 2026
Alkemist Labs is an independent botanical and mushroom testing laboratory in Garden Grove, California. Founded by Elan Sudberg, the company specializes in identity and potency testing for natural products using HPTLC (High Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography), microscopy, and HPLC methods. Their ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation through A2LA specifically covers dietary supplement and botanical identification; a focused scope that reflects their deep specialization. Alkemist Labs maintains one of the largest collections of analyzed and verified botanical reference materials in the industry, containing over 15,000 specimens spanning 20 years. This collection is critical for identity testing accuracy. AG1 (Athletic Greens) is a notable client. Alkemist publishes a biannual report on the top botanicals and fungi that commonly fail identity testing, providing transparency that is rare in the testing industry. They are a smaller, specialized lab compared to Eurofins or SGS, which means more personalized service but potentially longer wait times during peak demand.
Min. Order
Not publicly disclosed
Lead Time
Not publicly disclosed
Product Types
Botanical Identity Testing, Potency Testing, HPTLC Analysis, Microscopy, Mushroom Testing
Capabilities
Botanical ID (HPTLC + Microscopy), Potency Analysis (HPLC), Reference Material Library (15,000+ specimens), Method Development, Consulting
Certifications
1 of 2 certifications independently confirmed. What this means
Key Regulatory Concepts
Dietary supplement manufacturers must comply with 21 CFR Part 111 (Current Good Manufacturing Practice for dietary supplements). This includes requirements for personnel, facilities, equipment, production, laboratory operations, and record-keeping.
Review Notes
ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation independently confirmed through the A2LA public directory; one of the cleanest verifications in our testing lab assessment. Specializes narrowly in botanical identification (HPTLC and microscopy) and potency analysis, with a 15,000+ specimen reference library. Does not offer full-panel testing for heavy metals, microbial contamination, or stability.
Sources
- Alkemist Labs - Official Website(2026-03-13)
- A2LA Accreditation Case Study(2026-03-13)
- AG1 and Alkemist Labs Partnership(2026-03-13)
Disclosures
- No material connection exists between Inventory Ready and this company
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