Iodine

Method Description

Iodine Test: Iodine is an essential trace element found naturally in seawater, soil, and marine-derived foods such as seaweed, fish, and dairy products, and is added to many staple foods through iodized salt programs that have been a cornerstone of global public health nutrition since the early twentieth century. Accurate quantification of iodine supports label claim verification for dietary supplements and fortified foods, helps manufacturers meet regulatory nutrient content standards, and provides data essential for product development and reformulation efforts. ME 082 employs Inductively Coupled Plasma – Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES) to measure total iodine concentration across a broad dynamic range, offering the multi-element capability, precision, and matrix tolerance needed to accurately quantify iodine in complex food, beverage, and dietary supplement matrices.