Measuring the Color
of Olive Oil
Acceptability of color has been the top priority in olive oil manufacturing due to the well-known correlation between color perception and product quality. HunterLab provides the ideal color measurement solutions to ensure that the finished product is flawless and meets the specific standards that the edible oil industry demands. Our innovative color measuring instruments give producers quantitative values to accurately evaluate their quality.
Why use spectrophotometers to measure the color of olive oil?
Many in the industry are still using outdated visual comparison methods of color measurement.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 color of olive oil?
Olive oil is graded to a level of refinement by comparing the color of the oil against a reference. The oil that does not meet the color standard may appear low quality, and consumers will likely not purchase it.
Establishing internal testing protocols is also vital to identifying contaminated products. Adopting UV-Vis technology as part of quality control programs to detect fake olive oil could be essential to maintaining and expanding market share and protecting against backlash as public awareness of adulteration and counterfeiting grows. UV-Vis spectrophotometry offers a simple, fast, and economical way to detect fake olive oil, helping companies protect their reputations.
Besides the source of the ingredients, other factors influence the color consistency of olive oil. Olive oil is exposed to light, heat, and oxygen when improperly stored. Oxidation in olive oil causes its carotenoids and chlorophyll to dissipate, resulting in a color change. This exposure can also affect the oil's scent and taste.
Spectrophotometers can measure olive oil color and haze (turbidity) throughout the production process to improve and maintain color and appearance consistency. As a result, olive oil manufacturers can meet food quality standards from the FDA and customers' expectations. HunterLab spectrophotometers can simultaneously measure color and haze (turbidity). You only have to buy one tool for both measurements, and you only have to test your samples once to get both values.
HunterLab’s transmittance spectrophotometer offers a faster and more modern method for color measurement using the LOVIBOND® RYBN and AOCS color scales. Since consumers select products by color, HunterLab helps olive oil manufacturers meet consumer expectations and regulatory requirements. It also comes with the new and improved color software, Essentials 2.0. Take precise and reliable color 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, it enables small quantity sample measurements (as small as 10mm) in inexpensive transmittance cells and vials. With only 5 seconds per measurement, our unparalleled color measurement solution improves productivity and requires less sample material and less time on post-measurement cleaning.
HunterLab makes your quality assurance process simple with an easy-to-use modern interface, the latest data communication features, and all the pre-equipped color 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 color of olive oil
This is the color measuring instrument for olive oil that our customers are having great success with:
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 color measurement.
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