DEFINATION : This method determines the moisture and any other material volatile under the conditions of the test. SCOPE : Applicable to food products like cereal & cereal products, fruits & vegetable products, beverages, milk & milk products etc. APPARATUS : 1. Moisture dish : Made of aluminium sheet about 0.45 to 0.56 mm thickness, 70-80 mm in diameter and 20 mm deep provided with tight fitting slip-over cover. 2. Desiccator : Containing an efficient desiccant, such as phosphorus pentoxide or self indicating Silica Gel. 3. Hot Air Oven : Preferably electrically heated, with temperature controlled device. PREPARATION OF SAMPLE: Grind & mix the sample thoroughly when using for moisture determination. Always store the sample in a closed container or pack. PROCEDURE: 1. Weigh accurately around 5 g sample into a moisture dish, which has been dried previously in oven, cooled in the dessicator a...
Food Safety & Management