Olive Oil Acidity Test Kit Range 0.00-1.00% Acidity (6 tests)

Olive Oil Acidity Test Kit Range 0.00-1.00% Acidity (6 tests)

Acidity, also expressed as percent oleic acid, is the most fundamental measurement of olive oil. It is the primary indicator of olive oil purity and freshness. Acidity is used to discriminate an extra virgin olive oil from all other olive oils. According to the CEE 2568/91 regulation, olive oil is considered extra virgin when its acidity level is below 1%.

A low acidity value also indicates a natural extraction process occurred soon after olive harvesting. The quality of olive oil is directly related to the degree of breakdown of the fatty acids in the oil. As the bound fatty acids break down, free fatty acids are formed which increase the acidity of the % oil. Acidity is a measure of the free fatty acid present in the oil, which is directly related to its purity. Studies have shown that the quality of olive oil has a direct impact on its health benefits.

Extra virgin olive oil contains higher levels of antioxidants, particularly Phenols and vitamin E (due to the more natural amount of processing). Antioxidants can help prevent oxidation damage to body tissue caused by free radicals. Studies have also shown that the oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol is associated with the hardening of arteries that can lead to heart disease.

Specifications

• Range: 0.00-1.00 % Acidity
• Smallest Increment: 0.01 ml = 0.01 %
• Method: Titration
• Sample Size: 4.6 ml (4 g)
• Number of Tests: 6
• Dimensions (kit): 112 x 390 x 318mm (4.4 x 15.4 x 12.5")
• Weight: (kit): 3 kg (6.6 lbs)

Unit Ship Weight: 7 lbs