Food Analysis Applications.
Ellutia gas chromatographs are used across food production and packaging to analyse composition, authenticity, and contamination. From fatty acid profiling in edible oils to residual solvent testing in packaging and targeting nitrogen compound detection in dairy products, the 200 Series GC is the tool for routine lab analysis.
Want to learn more about how the 200 Series can help you with your food testing? Download the brochure below.
F.A.M.E. Analysis
Fatty acid methyl ester profiling is widely used to confirm the authenticity and composition of edible oils. By measuring the relative ratios of individual fatty acids, manufacturers can identify adulteration and verify labelling information. The 200 Series GC with FID provides clear separation of key components such as oleic and linoleic acid, supporting routine oil analysis.
Residual Solvents in Printed Packaging
Printed packaging can retain residual ink solvents that may affect food quality and safety. Headspace gas chromatography allows these volatile compounds to be isolated and quantified before products reach the consumer. The 200 Series GC with FID and headspace sampling provides reliable detection of alcohols, ethers, acetates, and other organic solvents.
Melamine in Milk Powder
Melamine contamination in dairy products has led to significant food safety concerns. Using the 200 Series GC paired with a TEA detector in nitrogen mode allows selective detection of nitrogen-containing compounds. This configuration enables laboratories to target melamine with high sensitivity while avoiding interference from proteins such as casein.
The Instrument Behind Every Application
The Ellutia 200 Series GC offers a compact, configurable platform for food analysis. Its small footprint makes it suitable for routine QA laboratories, while detector options allow it to be tailored to specific analytical requirements.
Compact
Fits easily into small lab spaces or production environments.
High Sensitivity
Detects trace compounds down to parts per billion levels across food matrices.
Fast Analysis
Typical runs complete in just a few minutes.
Flexible Configuration
Supports detectors, columns, and methods for FAME, residual solvent, and nitrogen-compound analysis.
Low Operating Cost
Eco friendly design using a heat exchanger system.
Simple Maintenance
Designed for straightforward upkeep and long-term reliability.
Download the 200 Series GC Brochure
Learn how the 200 Series GC can be configured for food and packaging analysis. The brochure outlines available detector options, example configurations, and practical considerations for laboratory integration.
Download the 200 Series Brochure