On 11-02-94 [log in to unmask] wrote to ALL...
> I am aware that the glucose:fructose ration of honey influences
> significantly
> the rate at which honey crystalizes. How is this ration determined.
> Is
> there a lab where samples can be sent for this determination. Can or
> do
> they use Infrared spectrophotometry for this?
> Any info would be appreciated.
>
The F/G ratio is determined by the floral source of the honey. Tupelo honey
from Florida has a high fructose content and can take years to crystallize.
Canadian Rapeseed, or CANOLA honey has a very low fructose content and will
crystallize within days of being extracted.
I believe most labs use an HPLC method for testing sugars. One in the US
that might do this for you is ACSC tel 800-842-2272/410-730-7782. I don't
know the cost.
Wayne Rumball
International Honey Exporters Organisation
ODEM International Inc
Montreal, Canada
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