AOAC Methods Review (Codex STAN 234)

11. Is the method fit for purpose according to technical evaluation?

Yes

12.Is the method listed alongside any other methods in CXS 234?

Yes

12a. If yes, please list methods as listed in CXS 234

ISO 3727-2/IDF 80:2

12b. If yes, please provide indication of comparability of the AOAC method referenced with co-listed methods, if possible

Comparable to the AOAC 995.19

13. Is further review of this method needed?

No

13b. 1. If no, please provide final recommendation for CXS 234, considering only the method under review 13b. 2. If no, please provide final recommendation for CXS 234, considering all methods listed for this commodity and provision 14. Is this method in use in your laboratory or by other laboratories of which you are aware? 14a. If yes, please provide information about these laboratories and their use of the method

No change

AOAC 995.19 is very widely used method and it Is IDF-ISO-AOAC method. Final action was awarded in 1998. This method is recommended to the CXS 234 possibly can be referenced as IDF-ISO-AOAC 995.19.

Yes

This is a widely used for fat analysis in creams in our lab as well as other labs. Performs pretty well.