ASTM International - ASTM E1083-00(2006)
Standard Test Method for Sensory Evaluation of Red Pepper Heat
| Organization: | ASTM International |
| Publication Date: | 1 April 2006 |
| Status: | inactive |
| Page Count: | 5 |
| ICS Code (Spices and condiments): | 67.220.10 |
| ICS Code (Sensory analysis): | 67.240 |
significance And Use:
This test provides quick and accurate ratings for the sensory heat in ground red peppers ranging from 10 000 to 70 000 scoville heat units.
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scope:
1.1 This test method describes standardized procedures for the sensory evaluation of heat in ground red pepper ranging from 10 000 to 70 000 scoville heat units.
1.2 This test method is intended as an alternative to the Scoville Heat Test, but results can be expressed in scoville heat units (SHU).
1.3 This test method does not apply for oleoresin capsicums, low-heat chili peppers, or chili powder.
This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific hazards statements are given in Section .
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