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*Official Methods and Recommended Practices of the AOCS, 6th Edition, 2nd Printing
Editor:David Firestone ISBN:978-1-893997-74-5
Format: Hardback Books,Methods - Analyses Books,Lab Supplies Product Code:METH09
Topics:Lab Supplies,Methods - Analyses Books
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Since the 1920s, the global fats and oils industry has relied on the analytical integrity of the Official Methods and Recommended Practices of the AOCS. The AOCS has set the standard for analytical methods critical to processing, trading, utilizing, and evaluating fats, oils, and lipid products. Worldwide acceptance has made the AOCS Methods a requirement wherever fats and oils are analyzed.

The Official Methods and Recommended Practices of the AOCS contains currently recognized methodology required for proficiency testing in the Laboratory Proficiency Program (LPP), as well as AOCS Laboratory Certification. Additionally, AOCS methods are internationally recognized for trade, and several are listed by the Codex Alimentarius Commission.

Offered in several different formats, the Official Methods and Recommended Practices of the AOCS, 6th Edition, 2nd printing is an essential tool for ensuring analytical integrity.

Comprehensive and Compatible.
Each method has been reviewed and revised by academic, corporate, and government experts to ensure that the most technically advanced methods are presented. Reviewers have harmonized the methods with other well regarded scientific organizations such as AOAC International, IUPAC, AACC International, FOSFA International, IOC, and ISO.

Notes:
The Official Methods and Recommended Practices of the AOCS is ONLY eligible for returns if in original packaging and unopened. Shipping and handling is at customer's expense and will not be refunded.

Methods that have been given Surplus status by the Uniform Methods Committee are not included in the book.

As of October 1, 2011 the book will also include 2011-2012 Methods Additions and Revisions. 
Released: 05/01/2009; 1200 pages
Pricing:
List Price:$670.00
Member Price:$570.00
Table of Contents

Major subjects covered include:

  • Vegetable Oil Source Materials
  • Oilseed By-products
  • Commercial Fats and Oils
  • Soap and Synthetic Detergents
  • Glycerin
  • Sulfonated and Sulfated Oils
  • Soapstocks
  • Specifications for Reagents, Solvents, and Apparatus
  • Lecithin
  • Evaluation and Design of Test Methods
  • Official Listings
  • Recommended Practices for Testing Industrial Oils and Derivatives
    • Related Products
    2011-2012 Methods Additions and Revisions - Additions and revisions (new, updated, or revised methods) are included in print form. Corrections (minor typographical errors) are included in an accompanying CD-ROM.

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