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Understanding Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) Testing: FoodSense vs. HPLC
When it comes to measuring the heat level of chilies or chili powders, one common question we receive at FoodSense is about how our technology compares to High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). Let's dive into this topic and explore why understanding these differences can be crucial for anyone involved in the spice industry. The Challenge of Consistency Imagine you're a chili powder breeder, handler, or dealer based in Southeast Asia. You've just received HPLC results
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Feb 164 min read


Client Support
Please watch this video and the material on this page. 1.0 Our customers are keen to understand how the instrument is calibrated. If calibration is not required, they would appreciate a thorough explanation of how to ensure the accuracy of the data obtained, verification sensor works and how often for your annual calibration and how long it will take) 2. Could you please elaborate on the basis for the spiciness scale indicator? 3. What are the minimum and maximum values that
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Dec 13, 20251 min read


#004252609 - hot maple syrup
1.0 Executive Summary A commercial food product labeled as "Hot Maple Syrup" was analyzed in triplicate to determine its capsaicinoid...
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Oct 5, 20253 min read


#016252609 - hot maple syrup testing
1.0 Abstract This report details the quantitative analysis of the capsaicinoid content, expressed in Scoville Heat Units (SHU), of an...
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Oct 5, 20253 min read


# 006252609 - hot maple syrup testing
1.0 Executive Summary This report details the quantitative analysis of a chili-infused syrup sample using the Food Sense Generation 4...
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Oct 5, 20253 min read


🔬 Scientist Tests The One Chip Challenge - The Real Scoville Result
We Put the One Chip Challenge to a Scientific Test: The Truth About Its Scoville Rating You’ve seen the videos, heard the hype, and maybe...
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Oct 5, 20253 min read


Caffeine vs. Antioxidants: A Lab Sensor Reveals the Hidden Difference Between Coffee and Red Bull
Meta Description: We put coffee and Red Bull to the test with a biosensor. See the real-time data that reveals the shocking difference...
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Oct 4, 20253 min read


Testing the SHU of canned fish
In the competitive landscape of canned fish and other ambient goods, a "spicy" or "hot" label is a powerful market differentiator. But...
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Sep 28, 20253 min read


Unpacking FoodSense Gen 4: Your Top Questions on Chili, Ginger, and Caffeine Testing Answered
Relevant links from the video If you’re in the business of food quality, product development, or simply have a passion for precision,...
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Sep 25, 20253 min read


The Spicy Tuna Challenge: How to Objectively Measure Heat in a Complex Food
If you’ve ever opened a can of spicy tuna, you’ve seen the dilemma firsthand: a layer of oil or brine pooled on top, with the tuna itself...
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Sep 25, 20253 min read


October 2025 FoodSense online demo
We are having two webinars on the 23 October 2025. They are designed so that you get the live experience, but you can choose the webinar...
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Sep 23, 20251 min read


Ensuring Accurate Spice Measurements: Addressing a Key Source of Error in FoodSens Gen 4 Testing
How a simple timing issue can affect your Scoville Heat Unit results and how we’ve fixed it. We are committed to providing not only...
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Sep 20, 20253 min read


Testing a whole chilli for SHU in less than 10 minutes
In this video, I demonstrate how to measure the Scoville Heat Units (SHU) of whole chilies using the Food Sense Generation 4. Everything...
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Jul 16, 20251 min read


Testing Grey Goose Sriracha Mayo Chilli Sauce
In this video we tested the Scoville Heat Units of Grey Goose Sriracha Mayo Chilli Sauce Testing Sriracha Hot Sauce with Food Sense Gen 4...
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Jul 7, 20251 min read


Measuring the caffeine in coffee and decaffeinated coffee
Measuring Caffeine in Coffee and Decaf with Food Sensitation 4 Good morning, everyone! Welcome to this blog post where we’ll explore how...
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Jun 26, 20252 min read
Analysis of data
In this webinar we will analyse a clients data.
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Jun 18, 20251 min read


Answering technical questions on caffeine sensors
Data Storage & Cloud Features Cloud-Based Storage : All test data (raw signals, results, timestamps) is automatically sent to the cloud...
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Jun 14, 20251 min read


Measuring and understanding the Scoville Heat Units of Superhots
Understanding Dry vs. Wet Weight with FoodSense Generation 4 🌶️🔥 In this video, I dive into a common question about FoodSense...
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Jun 9, 20251 min read


Detecting the caffeine in coffee and decaffeinated coffee
FoodSense analytical system. In this session, we analyze: Red Bull Energy Drink Regular Instant Coffee Decaffeinated Coffee Key...
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Jun 4, 20251 min read


Live demo of measuring caffeine in: Red Bull, coffee and decaffeinated coffee
Key Highlights: ✅ Live Demos: Witness real-time testing of Red Bull, caffeinated coffee, and decaffeinated coffee using our portable,...
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Jun 3, 20251 min read
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