AOAC INTERNATIONAL
Research ServicesMaryland, United States51-200 Employees
AOAC INTERNATIONAL is a global, independent, not-for-profit association and voluntary consensus standards development organization founded in 1884. It functions as a forum for developing microbiological and chemical standards to address analytical needs across communities and industries. Its AOAC Official Methods of Analysis database is used by food scientists worldwide to support public health and safety and to facilitate trade. The organization is based in Rockville, Maryland, and operates as a mid-sized entity within the research services sector. In January 2026 it announced the launch of its 2026–2028 Strategic Plan.