Third-party testing
You Asked.
We Answered.
Every result from our independent lab panel, published in full.
Latest results
Heavy metalsLead, cadmium, mercury, arsenic Below all limits Eurofins Dec 2025
Lead, cadmium, arsenic and mercury occur naturally in soil and can carry into any plant. All four are measured at trace level.
| Metal | Result | Per 39 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Lead | <0.010 mg/kg | <0.39 mcg |
| Cadmium | <0.010 mg/kg | <0.39 mcg |
| Mercury | <0.010 mg/kg | <0.39 mcg |
| Arsenic, total | 0.045 mg/kg | 1.8 mcg |
Pesticides and glyphosateMulti-residue screen None detected Eurofins Dec 2025
A multi-residue screen run two ways, by gas and by liquid chromatography, plus a separate test for glyphosate.
| Test | Result |
|---|---|
| Pesticide screen, GC-MS/MS | Not detected |
| Pesticide screen, LC-MS/MS | Not detected |
| Glyphosate | <0.01 mg/kg |
PFASSixteen “forever chemicals” None detected Eurofins Dec 2025
PFAS are synthetic compounds that persist in the environment and build up in the body over time.
| Test | Result |
|---|---|
| 16 PFAS compounds, including PFOA, PFOS, PFNA, PFHxS and PFBS | None detected |
| Reporting limits | 0.05 to 1.00 µg/kg |
GlutenFDA gluten-free threshold is 20 ppm Under 3 ppm Eurofins Dec 2025
Chocho is naturally gluten-free. The same sample was also screened for soy DNA.
Our manufacturer handles various ingredients, and the risk of cross-contact may exist.
| Test | Result |
|---|---|
| Gluten (wheat, rye, barley), ELISA | <3.0 ppm |
| Soy DNA, PCR | Negative |
LectinsProteins found in many legumes Absent Certified Group Jan 2025
Lectins are carbohydrate-binding proteins found in many legumes.
| Test | Result |
|---|---|
| Lectin, SDS-PAGE | Absent |
MicrobiologySix-part safety panel Within specification Lot certificate Lot D2025
The standard safety panel for a dry protein powder: overall microbial load, spoilage organisms and pathogens.
| Test | Result | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Total plate count | <10 cfu/g | <1,000 cfu/g |
| Yeast and mold | <10 cfu/g | <10 cfu/g |
| Coliforms | <10 cfu/g | <10 cfu/g |
| E. coli | Absent | Absent |
| Staphylococcus aureus | <10 cfu/g | <10 cfu/g |
| Salmonella, per 25 g | Absent | Absent |
ProteinMeasured, not calculated 54.2 g per 100 g Lot certificate Lot D2025
Protein is measured directly, alongside fiber and sugars. The amino acid profile is run separately by Eurofins.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Protein | 54.2 g |
| Dietary fiber | 18 g |
| Sugars | <0.1 g |
OxalateBelow the lab’s limit of detection Under 20 mg/kg Eurofins Dec 2025
Oxalate is a natural plant compound found in most fruits, vegetables, nuts and legumes. Pure Chocho measured under 20 mg/kg, about 2 mg per 100 g. The table shows published ranges for common plant foods, for reference only.
This is not medical advice. People with a history of kidney stones, hyperoxaluria, or other conditions where oxalate intake is clinically relevant should consult their physician or a registered dietitian before making dietary changes.
| Food | Oxalate, mg per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Spinach, raw | 330 to 2,350 1, 2 |
| Rhubarb, raw | 860 to 1,235 3 |
| Swiss chard, raw | 645 to 964 3 |
| Almonds, roasted | 469 3 |
| Sweet potato, raw | 240 3 |
| Soybeans, boiled | 56 3 |
| Blueberries, raw | 2.9 3 |
| MIKUNA Pure Chocho | Under 2 4 |
| Banana, raw | 0.2 3 |
Sources
1. Ghosh Das & Savage (2013), Journal of Food Composition and Analysis: reported range 329.6–1,764.7 mg/100g fresh weight.
2. USDA Agricultural Research Service, Mou et al. (2017): 300 USDA spinach germplasm accessions and 10 commercial cultivars, range 647.2–1,286.9 mg/100g fresh weight.
3. Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health / Chai & Liebman (2005), Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry: oxalate content in selected raw and cooked foods.
4. MIKUNA value: Eurofins Scientific COA CPP5LBPC (Dec 2025), method HEG7J (Total organic acid profile, 13 analytes). Oxalic acid reported <20 mg/kg (below laboratory limit of detection). Equivalent to <2 mg per 100g of raw material.
Published oxalate values vary widely across sources due to natural biological variability, seasonal growing conditions, soil composition, and analytical methodology. Ranges shown are approximate and for compositional reference only.
Organic acidsCompositional profile, not a safety test 13 acids profiled Eurofins Dec 2025
Organic acids occur naturally in virtually all plant foods. Three were quantifiable in Pure Chocho: acetic, formic and citric acid. The rest were below the laboratory’s limit of detection. There are no regulatory safety thresholds for these values; they are published for transparency.
For pyruvic and succinic acid, Eurofins reported that the limit of detection was raised due to the food matrix.
| Acid | Result |
|---|---|
| Acetic acid | 318 mg/kg |
| Formic acid | 113 mg/kg |
| Citric acid | 21 mg/kg |
| Oxalic acid | <20 mg/kg |
| Malic acid | <25 mg/kg |
| Lactic acid | <40 mg/kg |
| Glycolic acid | <50 mg/kg |
| Propionic acid | <50 mg/kg |
| Pyroglutamic acid | <50 mg/kg |
| Butyric acid | <50 mg/kg |
| Succinic acid | <98 mg/kg |
| Quinic acid | <100 mg/kg |
| Pyruvic acid | <4 mg/kg |
FODMAPApplies to Pure Chocho only Certified low FODMAP Monash University Pure Chocho
FODMAPs are short-chain carbohydrates that can be poorly absorbed in the small intestine. In sensitive individuals they may contribute to digestive symptoms.
For people with IBS or diagnosed FODMAP sensitivity: individual tolerance varies. This page is not medical advice. Consult a registered dietitian or your physician before changing your diet.
MIKUNA Pure Chocho has been independently tested and confirmed low FODMAP at a standard serving size, and is Monash University Low FODMAP Certified™. Certification testing is carried out by the certifier under its own laboratory programme.
The Vanilla, Cacao, and Cinnamon Horchata formulations are not covered.
One serve of this product can assist with following a low FODMAP diet. A strict low FODMAP diet should only be commenced under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
A result shown as “under” or “<” was below the laboratory's reporting limit. Results reflect the samples tested and vary naturally between lots.
Lead, in context.
Lead is the heavy metal most often flagged in protein powders. When Consumer Reports tested 23 of them in October 2025, more than 70% came in at or above its level of concern.
MIKUNA was not among the products in that study, so here is our own result against the same thresholds. Bars are proportional to the actual values.
Sources and method
Sources: FDA Interim Reference Level for Lead in food (2022, adults; Flannery et al., Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology); California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) Prop 65 MADL for lead (0.5 mcg/day; 27 CCR § 25805); Consumer Reports protein powder study (October 2025).
Plant Protein Category range derived from Consumer Reports' October 2025 investigation of 23 protein supplements. Low-end reflects the 0.5 mcg/day Prop 65 MADL benchmark used by CR; high-end (7.7 mcg/day) reflects the highest plant-based product tested. Range is specific to the CR sample and may not represent the full plant protein market.
MIKUNA value based on Eurofins Scientific Certificate of Analysis CPP5LBPC (Nov 2025), Lead (Pb) reported <0.010 mg/kg via method QD06S (Mwd-ICP-MS, J. AOAC vol. 90 (2007) 844–856 Mod), calculated for a single 39g serving of Pure Chocho Plant Protein (<0.39 mcg per serving). Lead content measured below the laboratory's limit of quantification (LOQ). Subject to natural variability between lots — most recent COA always available above.
How we test.
An independent lab
Eurofins Scientific runs the panel. It is accredited to ISO/IEC 17025, the international standard for testing laboratories.
Twice a year
The full panel runs mid-year and again at the end of the year: heavy metals, pesticides, PFAS, gluten and more.
Published in full
Every report is public. Each result above links to its own report, and the full set sits in one folder.
Open the report folderEvery report on this page is published exactly as the laboratory issued it. If you have a question about any result, write to care@mikunafoods.com and we will answer it.
Certifications.
One serve of this product can assist with following a low FODMAP diet. A strict low FODMAP diet should only be commenced under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
Certifications are held by MIKUNA as the brand owner and apply to MIKUNA Pure Chocho Plant Protein. Each is subject to periodic audit and renewal by the issuing body.
Clean starts at the source.
Chocho grows at 11,000 feet in Ecuador's Andes, farmed by families using regenerative practices passed down for generations.
Its natural alkaloids repel pests, so the crop needs no chemical pesticides, and it returns nitrogen to the soil as it grows.
Questions.
Does MIKUNA Chocho protein contain heavy metals?
MIKUNA Pure Chocho Plant Protein tests below Prop 65, FDA, and Consumer Reports thresholds for lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury. Testing is conducted by Eurofins Scientific using ICP-MS methodology. Lead content is reported below 0.010 mg/kg, equivalent to less than 0.39 micrograms per 39g serving.
How often is MIKUNA Chocho tested?
The full third-party panel is run twice a year, mid-year and end of year, and the results are published on this page. The panel covers heavy metals, pesticides and glyphosate, PFAS, and gluten, alongside the nutritional and amino acid profile.
Can I see the lab reports behind these results?
Yes. Each result in the Latest Results section links to the laboratory's own report, and the full set is in our public Certificate of Analysis repository.
Was MIKUNA included in the Consumer Reports 2025 protein powder study?
MIKUNA was not named in the Consumer Reports October 2025 study of 23 protein powders. More than 70% of the tested products contained lead at or above Consumer Reports' level of concern. MIKUNA publishes full third-party Certificates of Analysis regardless of being included in external studies.
Does MIKUNA test for PFAS forever chemicals?
Yes. MIKUNA tests for PFAS including PFOA, PFOS, PFNA, PFHxS, and PFBS using FDA-referenced methods. No PFAS compounds have been detected in MIKUNA Chocho Plant Protein.
What is included in a MIKUNA Certificate of Analysis?
Each MIKUNA COA includes lot number, test date, laboratory accreditation, and full results for heavy metals, pesticides (50+ compounds), PFAS, gluten, microbiological safety, oxalic acid, amino acid profile, and nutritional composition. All COAs are publicly available in the linked repository.
Which laboratories test MIKUNA Chocho?
MIKUNA uses Eurofins Scientific (ISO/IEC 17025 accredited, global food testing leader) as its primary lab for nutritional and safety analysis. Pure Chocho is additionally Monash University Low FODMAP Certified™.
Is MIKUNA Chocho protein low FODMAP?
Yes. MIKUNA Pure Chocho Plant Protein has been independently tested and confirmed low FODMAP at a standard serving size, and is Monash University Low FODMAP Certified™. Certification applies to Pure Chocho; the Vanilla, Cacao, and Cinnamon Horchata formulations are not covered.
What is the cleanest plant protein powder?
MIKUNA Chocho Plant Protein tests below all major regulatory thresholds (Prop 65, FDA, Consumer Reports) for heavy metals, shows zero PFAS detected, no pesticide residues across 50+ compounds, gluten below 3 ppm, and no detectable lectins. Chocho grows at 11,000 feet in the Andes where natural alkaloids eliminate the need for chemical pesticides.
Now you know what’s in it.
Educational reference only. This page reports independent third-party laboratory results for MIKUNA Pure Chocho Plant Protein and is not intended as medical, nutritional, or dietary advice. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Chocho is a food; it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Test results reflect specific production lots and are subject to natural variability. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before making significant dietary changes.
