Bringing Rapid Test to Food Quality Testing

Key Insights from the Webinar

1. The Shift Toward Point-of-Need Testing Drawing parallels to advancements in medical diagnostics (e.g., glucose meters), the webinar emphasized the growing demand for decentralized, cost-effective testing in the food industry. Unlike traditional HPLC methods, which are time-consuming and lab-dependent, FoodSense Generation 4 delivers: - Instant results (under 5 minutes per test). - Minimal sample prep (no specialized training required). - Cloud-based data tracking for full traceability.

2. Live Demonstrations: From Tabasco to Carolina Reaper The speaker conducted real-time tests to showcase the system’s accuracy and versatility: - Mild Sample (Tabasco Sauce) - Result: ~5,000 SHU (consistent with labeled values). - Process: Simple 1:10 dilution, with clear peak detection and automated cloud reporting. - Challenging Sample (Carolina Reaper Powder) - Initial 1:10 and 1:100 dilutions exceeded detection limits, underscoring the powder’s potency. - At 1:1,000 dilution, the system measured 205,000 SHU—significantly lower than the claimed 2 million SHU, revealing potential discrepancies in supplier labeling.

3. Advantages Over Traditional Methods - Speed: Conduct multiple tests in the time it takes for a single HPLC analysis. - Transparency: Raw data and dilution factors are included in exportable reports (PDF/cloud). - Cost-Efficiency: Reduce reliance on external labs with on-site verification.

4. Industry Implications FoodSense Generation 4 is not a replacement for HPLC but a powerful complementary tool for: - Quality control teams verifying label claims. - Suppliers ensuring batch consistency. - Regulatory compliance with documented, auditable results. Conclusion The webinar reinforced how rapid, user-friendly tools like FoodSense Generation 4 are transforming food safety and quality assurance. By enabling real-time Scoville heat testing, manufacturers can cut costs, improve accuracy, and build consumer trust—all without sacrificing scientific rigo