Measuring the Colour
of Palm Oil
Palm oil is one of the most common vegetable oils in the world. Its popularity in various products means palm oil manufacturers must meet strict colour standards. HunterLab provides the ideal colour measurement solutions to ensure that the finished product is flawless and meets the specific standards that the edible oil industry demands. Our innovative colour measuring spectrophotometers give producers quantitative values to accurately evaluate their quality.
Why use spectrophotometers to measure the colour of palm oil?
Many in the industry are still using outdated visual comparison methods of colour measurement. Spectrophotometers provide far greater accuracy, far greater consistency and are able to provide reliable
inter-instrument agreements from anywhere on the globe.
Why measure the colour of palm oil?
Colour and appearance measurements play a crucial part in the refining process of palm oil. This data helps to identify the optimum level of refinement and grading of edible oils before distribution. HunterLab spectrophotometers and QC solutions provide accurate and consistent colour and appearance data that can improve the efficiency and consistency of your grading process.
Considering the growing demand and production of palm oil, palm oil manufacturers need colour and appearance measurements to verify product quality. HunterLab manufactures premier spectrophotometers that can measure both colour and haze (turbidity) of palm oil simultaneously.
HunterLab’s transmittance spectrophotometer offers a faster and more modern method for colour measurement using the LOVIBOND® RYBN and AOCS colour scales. These measurements help manufacturers optimize production processes like deodorizing, bleaching, and filtering as these impact palm oil's colour and visual appearance. Since consumers select products by colour, these tools help palm oil manufacturers meet consumer expectations and regulatory requirements.
It also comes with the new and improved colour software, Essentials 2.0. Take precise and reliable colour measurements in seconds with next-gen user-friendliness and seamlessly analyze multiple tristimulus and spectral data sets. It’s that powerful.
Rather than requiring expensive and hard-to-clean 1-in or 5.25-in transmittance cells, HunterLab spectrophotometer enables small quantity sample measurements (as small as 10mm) in inexpensive transmittance cells and vials. With only 5 seconds per measurement, our unparalleled colour measurement solution improves productivity and requires less sample material and less time on post-measurement cleaning. Take one small sample measurement and see your results in the scales and pathlengths that you need.
Palm oil is susceptible to changes in temperature, lighting, storage conditions, and air quality. For instance, food-grade oil stored in temperatures above 65 degrees Fahrenheit is prone to heat damage, which may cause a lighter shade of colour. Likewise, oils overexposed to oxygen and bright lights, or natural sunlight will likely undergo undesirable colour changes before they reach your customers. Using a spectrophotometer that can measure the colour of Palm Oil against industry accepted colour scales and indices can ensure that your brand reputation and profit margins are in check.
HunterLab makes your quality assurance process simple with an easy-to-use modern interface, the latest data communication features, and all the pre-equipped colour scales and indexes you need including Gardner, Hunter L,a,b, CIELAB, LOVIBOND® and AOCS RY. In short, HunterLab ensures the best value by offering the lowest total cost of ownership, lowest maintenance costs, lowest service costs, our renowned long instrument lifespan, and our stellar customer service.
Check out this solution for measuring the colour of palm oil
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The HunterLab Advantage
Understanding and utilizing spectrophotometric technology can seem like a daunting task, but with the right tools and support, proper instrumentation can save valuable time and money. At HunterLab, we specialize in both the food industry and liquid sample measurement. Our spectrophotometers follow specific design elements that are intended to meet the needs and challenges of specific food markets and our customer support team specializes in creating an ongoing relationship with the client.
Contact HunterLab today to learn more about our product options and our dedication to the world of colour measurement.