USP 39 Loss on Drying Determination in Feed Supplements

USP 39 Loss on Drying Determination in Feed Supplements: Eurolabs Laboratory Testing Service

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is a non-profit organization that develops and publishes standards for the quality of pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, and other healthcare products. USP 39 Loss on Drying Determination in Feed Supplements is one such standard that governs the testing of feed supplements to determine their moisture content.

Relevant Standards

International and National Standards

The international standards governing USP 39 Loss on Drying Determination in Feed Supplements are ISO 6496:2018, ASTM E203-19, and EN ISO 17025:2017. National standards that apply to this specific laboratory test include TSE 1050:2018.

Standard Development Organizations

The standard development organizations responsible for developing and maintaining these standards are:

Evolution of Standards

Standards evolve over time as new technologies, methods, and testing equipment become available. This ensures that the standards remain relevant and effective in ensuring product quality.

Standard Numbers and Scope

The standard numbers and scope are:

Scope: Determines the moisture content and volatile matter content of animal feeding stuffs.

Scope: Determines the moisture content of wood using the oven-dry method.

Scope: Establishes general requirements for testing and calibration laboratories.

Compliance Requirements

Compliance with these standards is mandatory for feed supplement manufacturers, importers, and distributors to ensure product quality and safety.

Company A: Conducted a study to determine the moisture content of their feed supplements using ISO 6496:2018. The results showed that their products had an average moisture content of 5.2.

Company B: Used ASTM E203-19 to determine the moisture content of their wood products. The results showed that their products had an average moisture content of 12.1.

The USP 39 Loss on Drying Determination in Feed Supplements testing is required for several reasons:

To ensure product quality and safety

To meet customer requirements and expectations

To maintain a competitive edge in the market

To determine the moisture content of feed supplements

To identify potential contamination or adulteration

To ensure compliance with regulations and standards

Consequences of Not Performing this Test

Failure to perform this test can result in:

Industries and Sectors that Require this Testing

The following industries and sectors require USP 39 Loss on Drying Determination in Feed Supplements testing:

Risk Factors and Safety Implications

The risk factors associated with inadequate moisture content determination are:

Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Eurolabs quality assurance and quality control measures ensure that the testing is conducted accurately and reliably:

Company C: Conducted a study to determine the moisture content of their animal feed using USP 39 Loss on Drying Determination in Feed Supplements. The results showed that their products had an average moisture content of 6.5.

Company D: Used ASTM E203-19 to determine the moisture content of their wood products. The results showed that their products had an average moisture content of 11.8.

...and so on.

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