Food Technology Official British Standard

BS EN ISO 8968-1:2014

Comprehensive food technology standard BS EN ISO 8968-1:2014 from BSI. Covers nitrogen content determination in milk and milk products. Ensure compliance with this essential industry standard.

BS EN ISO 8968-1:2014 - Comprehensive Food Technology Standard

Ensure your milk and milk products meet the highest quality and safety standards with BS EN ISO 8968-1:2014, the essential food technology standard from the British Standards Institution (BSI). This internationally recognized specification outlines the definitive method for determining the nitrogen content in milk and milk products, providing a reliable and consistent framework for manufacturers, processors, and testing laboratories.

Accurate Nitrogen Content Determination

At the core of this standard is the Kjeldahl method, a time-honored technique for accurately measuring the total nitrogen content in a wide range of dairy products. The standard provides detailed guidance on sample preparation, digestion, distillation, and titration procedures, ensuring repeatable and reproducible results across different testing environments.

  • Comprehensive Kjeldahl method for nitrogen content determination
  • Applicable to milk, cream, condensed milk, milk powder, and other dairy products
  • Ensures consistent, reliable results for quality control and regulatory compliance

Compliance and Quality Assurance

Compliance with BS EN ISO 8968-1:2014 is essential for dairy producers, processors, and testing laboratories to demonstrate adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements. By following the standardized procedures outlined in this document, organizations can:

  • Ensure the accurate determination of protein content in milk and dairy products
  • Meet labeling and nutritional information requirements for dairy items
  • Maintain quality control and product consistency across production batches
  • Provide reliable data for regulatory authorities and certification bodies

Comprehensive Guidance for Dairy Professionals

In addition to the detailed test method, BS EN ISO 8968-1:2014 also includes valuable information on sample preparation, equipment requirements, and data analysis. This ensures that dairy manufacturers, processors, and testing laboratories have all the necessary guidance to implement the standard effectively and consistently within their operations.

  • Comprehensive guidance on sample preparation and handling
  • Detailed equipment requirements for Kjeldahl nitrogen determination
  • Instructions on data analysis and result interpretation
  • Supports quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives

Upgrade your dairy testing capabilities and ensure compliance with industry best practices by incorporating BS EN ISO 8968-1:2014 into your quality management system. This essential food technology standard from BSI is an invaluable resource for milk and dairy product manufacturers, processors, and testing laboratories worldwide.

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Food Technology
BSI Group
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Specification Details
  • Milk and milk products
  • Determination of nitrogen content - Kjeldahl principle and crude protein calculation
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