Apple Cider Vinegar
Plant Origin: Apple
Part Used: Fruit Specification: Acetic acid 4.5%. 10% By Titration
Molecular Formula: CH3COOH
Molecular Weight: 60.05 Boiling Point: 244ºF
Molecular Stucture:
Function:
Apple cider vinegar is an old folk remedy claimed to be beneficial in treating a long list of ailments. Proponents say that it can cure arthritis, guard against osteoporosis, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, prevent cancer, destroy infection, assist in digestion and weight control, maintain memory, and protect the mind from aging. Apple cider vinegar contains the following: acetic acid, propionic acid, lactic acid, enzymes, amino acids, roughage -potash and apple pectin.It also contains minerals and trace elements such as potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, chlorine, sodium, sulfur, copper, iron, silicon, fluorine. Its vitamin contents includes Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Provitamin beta-carotene, Vitamin P (bioflavonoids).
Analysis Items |
Specifications |
Results |
Methods used |
Identification |
Positive |
Conforms |
TLC |
Appearance |
White or light yellow powder |
Conforms |
Visual test |
Odor & Taste |
Characteristic apple vinegar sourness |
Conforms |
Organoleptic test |
Carriers Used |
Dextrin |
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Bulk Density |
45-55g/100ml |
Conforms |
ASTM D1895B |
Particle Size |
90% through 80 mesh |
Conforms |
AOAC 973.03 |
Solubility |
Soluble in water |
Conforms |
Visual |
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Assay |
NLT Total Acidity 8% |
8.12% |
By Titration |
Loss on Drying |
NMT 5.0% |
3.16% |
5g /105 ℃ /2hrs |
Ash Content |
NMT 5.0% |
3.07% |
2g /525 ℃ /3hrs |
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Heavy Metals |
NMT 10ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Arsenic (As) |
NMT 0.5ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Lead (Pb) |
NMT 2ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Cadmium (Cd) |
NMT 1ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Mercury(Hg) |
NMT 1ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
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666 |
NMT 0.1ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
DDT |
NMT 0.5ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
Acephate |
NMT 0.2ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
Methamidophos |
NMT 0.2ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
Parathion-ethyl |
NMT 0.2ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
PCNB |
NMT 0.1ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
Aflatoxins |
NMT 0.2ppb |
Absent |
USP-HPLC |
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Sterilization Method |
High temperature & pressure for a short time of 5 ~ 10 seconds |
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Microbiological Data |
Total Plate Count ≤1000cfu/g |
60 cfu/g |
GB 4789.2 |
Total Yeast & Mold ≤25cfu/g |
< 10 cfu/g |
GB 4789.15 |
E. Coli to be absent |
Absent |
GB 4789.3 |
Staphylococcus to be absent |
Absent |
GB 4789.10 |
Salmonella to be absent |
Absent |
GB 4789.4 |
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Packing and Storage |
Packed in Fiber drum, LDPE bag inside. Net weight: 25kg/drum. |
Keep away from moisture, strong heat and sunlight. |
Shelf Life |
18 months if sealed and stored in the recommended conditions. |