Determining Factors:
- At what temperature will the test be performed?
- If samples will be sold refrigerated, then tests will be run using a refrigerator.
- If samples will be sold frozen, then tests will be run using a freezer .
- If samples will be stored at room temperature then there are two options (Real Time and Accelerated)
- How long would you like to run the study?
Refrigerator Shelf Life/ Freezer Shelf Life
Refrigerator shelf life studies have the ability to assess changes in food quality and microbiological growth This study will determine how long a sample will remain safe to consume while at refrigerated or freezer conditions. The frequency of the test is dependent on product.
Ambient, Room Temperature, Shelf Life
Room temperature studies have the ability to assess changes in appearance, odor, microbiological growth as well as rancidity.
Accelerated, 40 deg C/75% humidty, Shelf Life
Accelerated studies will assess changes in moisture content, water activity, and sensory characteristics. They can NOT be used to test for microbial growth
I want to know more about your services.
How much time analysis take, costs, sample treatment that is needed.
I do work on a food company, and my business area is confectionery (both sugar and chocolate).
I want to know if you are able to do shelf life testing for chocolates, and for chewy candies (that includes fats) this means, if you have accelerated oxidative shelf life testings for this.
Thanks.
Yes – We can do the items mentioned in your post. Please call 800-777-0486 and ask for Sue Ann Seitz or Erin Smith .thanks for your question.