Water Activity

AWA

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Turnaround Time:

2 - 4 days

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Water Activity

Method Description

Water activity measures the availability of water for microbial growth and chemical reactions, which directly influences microbial growth and chemical reactivity. This parameter is critical for predicting shelf-life and determining appropriate packaging requirements, as products with higher water activity require more stringent preservation strategies or modified atmosphere packaging to prevent spoilage.

Analyte List

Analyte NameLODLOQ
Water ActivityN/AN/A

Technical Data Sheet

Method Name
Determination of Water Activity
Method Code
LAB-TM-009
Equipment Type
aW Meter
Equipment Details
AQUALAB 4TE & TDL2
Method Reference
USP <922>
Reportable Unit
AWA
Sample Size Requirements
1 gram
Available for
Food, Dietary Supplements, Botanicals (Raw materials, Extracts, Finished Products) Cannabis & Hemp (plant Materials, Concentrates, MIPs, Beverages)
Additional Information
Unavailable for
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