Analysis of Meat and Its Derivatives

Analysis of Meat and Its Derivatives

Meat, being a natural product, exhibits a diverse range of compositional variations. For those in the meat production industry, understanding the makeup of raw meat and other ingredients is vital. This ensures they can fine-tune recipes to achieve high-quality production of items like sausages, salami, and other meat-based products. Moreover, inspecting the final products before they reach the consumer is essential for maintaining customer satisfaction.

Bruker Optics’ user-friendly FT-NIR spectrometers allow you to effortlessly determine the composition of your meat samples with minimal preparation. The measurement process does not involve glassware, ensuring safety. Simply place the meat or sausage sample in a disposable polystyrene petri dish and set it on the instrument. With a single button press, the spectrometer swiftly assesses your sample, providing data on protein, fat, moisture, and salt content all within a minute.