GB/T 21266-2007

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Determination of total capsaicinoid content and representation of pungency degree in capsicum and its products

辣椒及辣椒制品中辣椒素类物质测定及辣度表示方法

Standard Type
GBT
ICS
67.240
CCS
X04
Status
Active
Issue Date
2007-12-24
Implementation
2008-03-01
Centralized Committee
中华全国供销合作总社
Issuing Authority
中华人民共和国国家质量监督检验检疫总局、中国国家标准化管理委员会

Application Summary AI generated

This standard specifies a method for determining the total capsaicinoid content in capsicum and its products using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and provides a formula to convert that content into a Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) value for representing pungency degree. It is applied in the food industry for quality control, labeling, and regulatory compliance of chili peppers, chili powders, sauces, and other processed capsicum products. The standard ensures consistent measurement and communication of spiciness levels across production, trade, and consumer information contexts.

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