Fera Science Ltd (Fera)
Sand Hutton, York, YO41 1LZ
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FAPAS QC MATERIAL DATA SHEET T25199QC
Matrix Condensed Milk
Weight / Volume of Contents 150 ml
Assigned Value, No. of data points
Analyte Range for |z| ≤2 Units
Xa producing Xa
Moisture 26.5 25.4 - 27.5 g/100g 26
Ash 1.42 1.31 - 1.53 g/100g 21
Total Fat 8.05 7.29 - 8.81 g/100g 21
Nitrogen 1.11 1.02 - 1.19 g/100g 21
Total Sugars 57.0 54.0 - 60.0 g/100g 19
This data sheet is applicable until 22 Apr 2022
Recommended Storage on receipt Ambient
Notes
Mix the QC material thoroughly before taking a representative analytical sample
The assigned value has been derived from the consensus of laboratories taking part in
this proficiency test, using a variety of methods. This is not a certified reference value.
The Range for |z| ≤2 is the concentration range within the limits of ±2 z-scores. The
assigned value and its range have been established from the proficiency test data and
are suitable for use by laboratories as a fit-for-purpose quality control measure.
Stability of the QC material has been established as sufficient for the scope of the
proficiency test from previous experience, expert advice and published literature.
FAPAS advises that the QC material is analysed within the recommended date.
FAPAS QC materials are intended to be used as single-analysis samples.
Full details on the proficiency test procedure used to characterise this QC material are
available in the Protocol, Part 1 - Common Principles, freely available to download
from the FAPAS website.
You may use any method of analysis you wish.