Analysis of oils: Determination of peroxide value

Peroxide value is the reactive oxygen contents expressed in terms of milliequivalents (meq) of free iodine per kilogram of fat. It is determined by titrating iodine liberated from potassium iodide with sodium thiosulphate solution. The paper provides the methodology in the determination of peroxide value. The apparatus and reagents needed are presented. Detailed procedures and calculations are also provided.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Low, Lai Kim, Ng, Cher Siang
Other Authors: Hasegawa, Hiroshi
Format: book_section biblioteca
Language:English
Published: Marine Fisheries Research Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center 1987
Subjects:Chemistry, Fisheries, Manuals, Culture media, Analysis, Analytical techniques, Methodology, Chemical analysis, Fishery industry, Food technology, Standards, Specifications, Fish oils, Oxidation,
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1834/41021
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