What is BS 4289-5-Determination of acidity of fat in oilseeds about?
BS 4289 is a British standard on methods for the analysis of oilseeds that discusses the determination of acidity of fat in oilseeds to ensure edible oil is safe for consumption.
BS 4289-5 is the fifth part of the BS 4289 series that describes a method for the determination of acidity of fat extracted from oilseeds.
In some cases, either by custom or contract, the determination is carried out on cleaned seed and reported accordingly.
Note1: The term “fat” is used to denote any animal or vegetable fat or oil whether solid or liquid. The term “oil” implies that the fat is liquid.
Who is BS 4289-5-Determination of acidity of fat in oilseeds for?
BS 4289-5 on the determination of acidity of fat in oilseeds is useful for:
- Oilseed and oilseed product manufacturers
- Food scientists
- Food technologists
- Food laboratories
- Food health and safety departments
Why should you use BS 4289-5-Determination of acidity of fat in oilseeds?
The acid value is taken as an important indicator of the oxidation of the oil. The acid value is the number of milligrams of potassium hydroxide required to neutralize the free fatty acids in 1 g of fat.
BS 4289-5 provides you with guidance on sampling, preparation of test samples, the procedure for the extraction of fat, neutralization of ethanol, determination of acidity, number of determinations, expression of results, test report, etc.
The methods and procedures provided by BS 4289-5 assist you in the determination of acidity of fat in oilseeds and improve the quality and subsistence of oilseeds.
With obedience and compliance to BS 4289-5, you can enhance oilseeds’ effectiveness and efficacy, create new products, and launch them successfully in a global market.