Login PRODUCTS INDUSTRIES RESOURCES CORPORATE CONTACT STORE MILESTONE CLUB ETHOS™ X Microwave Fat Determination in Food and Feed Fat determination in food and feed matrices is a routine analysis that still relies on outdated and matrix-dependent methods which use obsolete and time-consuming technologies. The ETHOS X offers a new approach to gravimetric fat determination, moving toward a more modern, greener and more efficient approach to total fat, Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) and free fat determinations in food and feed matrices. Read Brochure Play Video Gain Productivity in Fat Determination on any Matrix Total fat determination in food and feed matrices is a routine analysis for several testing and food processor labs, as it is part of labelling process and QC testing. Nowadays, the process still relies on outdated and matrix-dependent methods which use obsolete and time-consuming technologies. In the ETHOS X hydrolysis and extraction are done in a single step and in less time, ensuring higher productivity and better workflow. The ETHOS X method for total fat determination is applicable to any matrix; it enables to easily process 45 sample a day, ensures lower cost per sample, offers complete fat determination sand it is safe and compact. Applicable to any matrix 45 samples a day Lower cost per sample Complete fat determination Safe and compact Request a quote Questions Lab profile At Eurofins Scientific in Nantes, France, the lab needs to reduce analysis time on over 200 samples per day to produce results faster for their clients. Discover Improved Workflow & Productivity In QC and food testing laboratories a fast delivery of results and high throughput are key factors for total fat determination. Even modern automated Soxhlet techniques require several hours in order to deliver results affecting the competitiveness of the lab too. The ETHOS X processes 15 samples simultaneously, and as many as 45 samples in a single working day, using one rotor and 75 samples with two rotors. Its specific method combines the hydrolysis and extraction into a single step, thus having a direct impact on the lab’s turnaround time and throughput. Lower cost per sample Traditional extraction techniques are based on the Soxhlet technique, which uses elevated acid and solvent volumes for the hydrolysis and extraction steps, respectively. The ETHOS X offers a substantial reagent and waste reduction, thanks to the use of the closed-vessel technology. While Soxhlet and automated Soxhlet systems demand around 100/ 200 mL of reagents per sample, the ETHOS X only requires 35 mL. The low reagent consumption in combination with the higher productivity and competitive initial investment offers lower cost per sample. Ask for a virtual demo COMPLETE FAT DETERMINATION In addition to total fat determination, Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) analysis is a common analysis as it determines saturated and unsaturated fats. The flexibility of the ETHOS X configuration and its dedicated procedures enables to perform FAME and free fat determinations of food samples, performing the complete fatty acids profile within a single platform. LIVER PATÈ (IFIP 1704) Saturated fat Monounsaturated Polyunsaturated Reference value 14.40 15.40 6.40 ETHOS X (%) 16.29 14.53 6.18 LEGUME SOUP Saturated fat Monounsaturated Polyunsaturated Reference value 0.27 0.37 0.98 ETHOS X (%) 0.30 0.39 0.94 SUNFLOWER OIL Saturated fat Monounsaturated Polyunsaturated Reference value 10.82 30.34 58.85 ETHOS X (%) 10.88 30.57 58.55 Complete fat profiles on three samples using ETHOS X methods