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Proximates including moisture (at 130 °C), ash at 550°C, total nitrogen and total dietary fibre by AOAC methods are included within this proficiency test. Participants must state which AOAC method they are using.
Nutritional components and proximate tests are required to ensure that accurate labelling of foods is achieved, and in turn help consumers make informed choices about the food they eat. Fapas offers the widest range of analyte/matrix proficiency test combinations for the food sector using real world samples.
Cereals are consumed in huge quantities globally much of which is consumed as major ingredients in processed foods. As such there is significant demand for nutritional analysis of the whole grains but also the foods they are processed into. Many cereals are a good source of fibre and considered a healthy option by large numbers of consumers. Accurate food labelling is essential for consumers to be able to make an informed choice about the foods they eat.
Proficiency testing activities should be utilised as part of a wider, well-designed quality assurance system. Through Fapas proficiency tests, the benchmark of this quality assurance programme can be made, from which to highlight areas of improvement to take action quickly and concisely. This helps ensure your customers continue to receive the high quality, credible test results they require to satisfy regulators and provide high quality products for the end consumer to enjoy.
