About METAS
Vision, mission and values of METAS
The vision, mission and values shape the actions of METAS. We ensure accurate, traceable and internationally recognized measurements. This is how we create trust in academia, industry, administration and society.
Strategic objectives of METAS
The strategic objectives of the Federal Council set the direction for METAS. They define the priorities for each 4-year period and put our legal mandate in concrete terms.
Organization
National reference laboratories
Undesirable materials in foodstuffs may pose a health risk. With consumer protection in mind, the level of such substances in foodstuffs is regulated by law and monitoring carried out to detect their presence. In order to be able to carry out the investigations needed for controls of this nature, comparable measurement methods are needed. This task is performed by the national reference laboratories.
METAS integrated management system
The integrated management system forms the basis for the quality, reliability and continuous improvement of our services. Find out more about our management system, international recognition and gender equality at METAS.