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Solving Our Plastic Problem: Advances in Microplastics Analysis
October 2nd 2024Modern society relies on plastic—However, it remains a mostly nonbiodegradable material and can take up to an estimated 400 years to break down depending on the type of plastic. This e-book examines the steps Agilent is taking to help address our plastic problem.
An Update on Key Developments in Standardized ISO Methodologies for the Assessment of Microplastics
October 26th 2023The increasing concern over microplastics in the environment and food chain is prompting potential regulations worldwide, impacting laboratories and producers. These entities will need to better understand the presence of microplastics in their products, with the development of standard testing methodologies underway and various challenges being encountered in their implementation.
Testing the Quality and Safety of Alternative Protein Food Products
August 22nd 2023Protein consumption from sources such as animals, plants, and cell cultures, among others, is on the rise. Because of the increase in the use of alternative proteins in food production, manufacturers must be aware of updates to regulations and should be savvy in using ICP-MS to assess for potentially harmful elements.
New Regulatory Requirements for Measuring TiO2 in Foods
July 13th 2023Food manufacturers must ensure that TiO2 is within safe levels and correctly listed on a product label. However, measuring TiO2 in food products presents some challenges for the analysis via common atomic spectroscopy. Titanium dioxide may also be present in foods as nanoparticles, which requires specialized measurement techniques if the nanoparticles are to be quantified separately. Agilent is developing the measurement methodology to help manufacturers meet these new regulations.
Innovations in Trace Metals Analysis for Food Testing
July 6th 2023To comply with government regulations concerning nutrition and safety, food producers commonly use atomic spectroscopy techniques such as ICP-OES & ICP-MS. In this on-demand webinar, current analytical methods are discussed, as well as necessary microwave sample preparation techniques to enhance efficiency and accuracy for the modern food lab.
Standardized ISO Methodologies for the Assessment of Microplastics: An Update on Key Developments
March 10th 2023Webinar Date/Time: Europe: Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 3pm BST | 4pm CEST North America: Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 11am PDT | 2pm EDT Asia: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 8:30am IST | 11am HKT | 12pm JST | 1pm AEDT
State of the Market and Testing Needs for Alternative Proteins
January 4th 2023With the rising consumption of protein, there has been a focus on non-animal alternatives. Six primary sources that are now available or in development for commercial use in the food chain include: animal-based proteins (ABP), plant-based proteins (PBP), fermentation-based proteins, insect-based proteins, cell culture-based proteins, and hybrid proteins. With a call for testing, Agilent has solutions for every step of the process.
ICP-MS as an Ideal Technique for Alternative Proteins
January 4th 2023With the rise of alternative sources of protein, manufacturers of protein substitutes must ensure the safety and nutritional content of their products. Therefore, measuring heavy metals and nutrient elements is an important part of any food quality system. Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) is the ideal technique for this application.
ICP-MS following EAM 4.7 for Alternative Proteins
January 4th 2023Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) has proven to be an excellent tool for measuring heavy metals and other elements of interest in alternative proteins. A recent study analyzed a range of plant-based and insect-based alternative proteins according to FDA EAM Method 4.7 on the Agilent 7850 ICP-MS with highly successful results. Strategies for achieving confidence in the data were also developed.
