Demus Lab
Coffee Analysis, R&D, and Consulting Laboratory
Demus Lab is a chemical-physical laboratory, founded in 2005 as an internal facility at Demus S.p.A. and soon became a specialized center for third parties.
It has been accredited according to ISO/IEC 17025 (LAB No. 00692 Testing) since 2008, guaranteeing technical expertise and reliable results.
Collaborates with universities and external organizations to ensure the highest level of expertise in the coffee sector.
What we do
Chemical and physical analysis of green, roasted, decaffeinated coffee and derivatives
We provide technical and regulatory advice, with the option of arranging sample transport. We also offer a direct line of communication with the laboratory, enabling us to respond quickly and effectively to your needs.
Specialized training for coffee professionals and baristas
Research & Development for coffee analysis and optimization of the decaffeination process
The analyses
Comprehensive and rigorous coverage:
- Caffeine
- Ochratoxin A
- Dichloromethane residue
- Acrylamide
- Humidity
- Sensory analysis (cupping to check aroma, defects, and organoleptic characteristics)
- Defects and impurities
- Microbiological assessments (molds, E. coli, S. aureus), heavy metals, and pollutants
For requests for further analysis, price lists, and customized offers, please write to laboratorio@demuslab.it.
The combination of state-of-the-art equipment and qualified personnel guarantees accurate assessments that comply with current regulations. The laboratory can guarantee fast turnaround times (2-4 working days).
Research & Development
DemusLab is constantly engaged in research and development activities, with the aim of optimizing the performance of its analysis methods and developing new ones in line with regulatory and market requirements.
At the same time, it offers constant support to Demus in perfecting the decaffeination process, through careful chemical characterization of coffee and the study of caffeine distribution within it.
In this way, it contributes to the continuous improvement of product quality and supports systematic benchmarking.
Training
Demus Lab offers coffee training courses for professionals and enthusiasts, with modular cycles that can be adapted to the needs of participants. Courses can be:
Customized for individual customers
Scheduled, aimed at multiple companies, also in collaboration with partners
SCA (Coffee Skills Program) certificates, with final theoretical and practical exams
Preparatory courses, foreign language lessons, and on-site training are also available. The content is curated by expert teachers in the field.
Consulting
A team of consultants supports roasters and producers with structured interventions on:
Formulation and validation of new blends (aroma evaluation, compatibility, sensory performance)
Analysis and optimization of the roasting process and related thermal curves
Storage, degassing, grinding, and packaging strategies (pods, capsules, espresso)
Panel leader activities for complex sensory sessions or with inexperienced personnel
Interventions with analysis of samples sent to Demus Lab
A team of consultants supports roasters and producers with structured interventions on:
- Formulation and validation of new blends (flavor evaluation, compatibility, sensory performance)
- Analysis and optimization of the roasting process and related thermal curves
- Storage, degassing, grinding, and packaging strategies (pods, capsules, espresso)
- Panel leader activities for complex sensory sessions or with inexperienced staff
- Interventions with analysis of samples sent to Demus Lab
Headquarters and contacts
Laboratory and operational headquarters
Via Pietro Querini 6, 1st floor – 34147 Trieste (TS)