Microwave fat determination in food samples with microwave extraction

Total fat determination in food and feed matrices is a routine analysis for several testing and food processor labs, as it is part of labelling process and QC testing. Nowadays, the process still relies on outdated and matrix-dependent methods which use obsolete and time-consuming technologies. In the ETHOS X hydrolysis and extraction are done in a single step and in less time, ensuring higher productivity and better workflow. The ETHOS X method for total fat determination is applicable to any matrix; enables to process 45 sample a day, ensure lower cost per sample, offers complete fat determination and it is safe and compact.
In QC and food testing laboratories a fast delivery of results and high throughput are key factors for total fat determination. Even modern automated Soxhlet techniques require several hours in order to deliver results affecting the competitiveness of the lab too. The ETHOS X processes 15 samples simultaneously, and as many as 45 samples in a single working day, using one rotor and 75 samples with two rotors. Its specific method combines the hydrolysis and extraction into a single step, thus having a direct impact on the lab’s turnaround time and throughput.

- Applicable to any matrix
- 45 samples a day
- Lower cost per sample
- Complete fat determination
- Safe and compact
In QC and food testing laboratories a fast delivery of results and high throughput are key factors for total fat determination. Even modern automated Soxhlet techniques require several hours in order to deliver results affecting the competitiveness of the lab too. The ETHOS X processes 15 samples simultaneously, and as many as 45 samples in a single working day, using one rotor and 75 samples with two rotors. Its specific method combines the hydrolysis and extraction into a single step, thus having a direct impact on the lab’s turnaround time and throughput.