Protein, fat, ash and moisture testing for raw ingredients and finished foods, for nutrition labels, specifications and lot-to-lot checks. For soil and plant nutrients, see agricultural nutrient analysis.
| Test | What it measures | Typically reported as |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | Kjeldahl or Dumas nitrogen, converted to protein with the factor that applies to the food | g per 100 g |
| Fat | Total fat | g per 100 g |
| Ash | Inorganic residue after ignition | g per 100 g |
| Moisture | Water content, by the method that suits the food | g per 100 g |
Tell us the product, the matrix (raw ingredient, in-process or finished product) and what the results are for, such as a nutrition label, a specification or a comparison between lots, before you ship. We will confirm the tests, the sample amount and the price. All tests on this page are quoted per project.
The method used for each test is chosen for the food and the question you need answered.
Questions about a sample or a method, call 360-967-7010 or email [email protected].
