Precision Iodine Value Analyser

Iodine value is the measure of degree of unsaturation of esters present in oils. It is expressed as a gram of iodine per 100 gram of the oil/fat.This value is considered as imperative quality indicator of oils & fats (viz. melting point, hardness, gumming, and drying power, hydrogenations).

Conventionally, Iodine Value is determined using manual titration and few analytical instruments based on automated titration are also available in the market. Apart from longer time of analysis, these techniques/instruments use toxic chemicals like glacial acetic acid, iodine monochloride, mercuricacetate and
chloroform. Also, special laboratory setup is required for handling these chemicals.

Our team at CSIR-CSIO specialising in Analytical Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Machine Learning and Hardware Development; have developed this unique technology for Iodine value measurement which reduces analysis time, minimises toxicity and is economical. Our technology uses a specially optimised reagent and machine learning algorithms to predict a fair and accurate Iodine Values of Oils & Fats. The technology can be customised for all types of Oils & Fats. The technology is available for commercialisation on non-exclusive basis.

Prototypes are also available on payment basis for testing and market evaluations.

Oil extraction units
Quality control and assurance labs
Food regulatory authorities
Soaps and cosmetics
Bakeries
Meat industry
Paint industry
Charcoal
Biodiesel
Ghee and Butter

• Titration free
• Rapid analysis
• Precise and accurate
• Minimal safety requirement
• Low cost of analysis
• Low maintenance & operation cost
• Easy sample preparation
• Easy operation
• Highly customisable