Monitor residual solvents in edible oils faster with Anton Paar Pensky-Martens flash point testers

Ensuring edible oils are free from residual extraction solvents is essential for consumer safety, regulatory compliance, and consistent product quality. Anton Paar PMA 300 and PMA 500 Pensky-Martens flash point testers provide a fast, reliable way to verify solvent removal in accordance with ISO 15267.

As solvent extraction remains the preferred method for maximising oil yield, processors must carefully monitor residual solvents such as hexane and the increasingly adopted 2-methyloxolane (2-MeOx). While gas chromatography offers highly sensitive quantitative analysis, it can be time-consuming and resource-intensive for routine process control.

Flash point testing provides a practical alternative for day-to-day monitoring. ISO 15267 defines a standardised pass/fail test that determines whether an oil sample flashes at a specified temperature – typically 121 °C – providing a rapid indication that solvent removal is operating within specification.

Designed for routine laboratory and at-line use, the Anton Paar PMA 300 and PMA 500 deliver reproducible, automated measurements with minimal operator influence. Precise temperature control, intuitive operation, and full compliance with ISO 15267 ensure reliable results every time.

For high-throughput environments, durability matters. The PMA series features a ceramic-coated igniter with up to 10 times longer service life than conventional designs, reducing maintenance requirements and maximising instrument uptime.

Why choose Anton Paar for edible oil quality control?

• Fast verification of residual hexane or 2-MeOx during production
• ISO 15267-compliant flash point testing
• Automated operation for consistent, reproducible results
• Reduced maintenance with a long-life ceramic igniter
• Ideal for routine process monitoring in laboratories and at-line applications

As edible oil production continues to evolve and regulatory expectations increase, manufacturers need analytical tools that are both reliable and efficient. Anton Paar Pensky-Martens flash point testers provide the speed, robustness, and standardisation required to confidently monitor solvent removal and maintain consistent product quality.

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