Determination of Crude Fat Content (Soxhlet Extraction) _ A Complete Procedure (AOAC 2003.05)

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  • Determination of Crude Fat content is a common proximate analysis. This parameter is very important for the analysis of food and feed samples. This video represents the detailed procedure of Crude Fat analysis using Soxhlet Apparatus according to the Method of AOAC 2003.05.
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  • @muhammadabdurrehmanmaaz3636
    @muhammadabdurrehmanmaaz3636 4 года назад +11

    It was very helpful in the experiment learning and making a good understanding! Thank you sir!

  • @vetrea6361
    @vetrea6361 3 года назад +3

    Your videos are really very helpful to understand the process thanku for it🍫🍫🍫😊😊

  • @AngeGaëlleFomingNoubouossie
    @AngeGaëlleFomingNoubouossie 2 месяца назад

    That was really a well organized illustration 👏👏👏

  • @riteshpatil4844
    @riteshpatil4844 2 года назад

    Love from India 😍 thanks for this explanation 🙏

  • @AISHAALIYULAWAL-gi9er
    @AISHAALIYULAWAL-gi9er 3 месяца назад

    Very comprehensive.
    Thank you sir

  • @hafizullah9137
    @hafizullah9137 3 года назад +6

    A well-organized illustration. But I would definitely suggest you slow the background music. It makes enough contrast with your own voice. Thank you.

  • @valiantstark9800
    @valiantstark9800 11 месяцев назад

    very nice video sir i fully understood it thank you

  • @madarsahebnadaf4997
    @madarsahebnadaf4997 3 года назад

    Nice Video and Clarity of the Analysis.. Thanks...

  • @khokanchandragayen1352
    @khokanchandragayen1352 2 года назад

    IT WAS HEALP FULL AND GOOD UNDERSTANDING EXPERIMENT

  • @manmeetmanmeetkaur4014
    @manmeetmanmeetkaur4014 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much it was very well explained 😄

  • @Aman_jain13
    @Aman_jain13 4 года назад

    Thankyou sir it helped me lot for my test...

  • @adnanxehri4298
    @adnanxehri4298 3 года назад

    Great thanks for clearing my concept

  • @aribaabid5695
    @aribaabid5695 Год назад

    Its very helpful for me thank you so much 💞

  • @VivekKumar-eu3ty
    @VivekKumar-eu3ty 9 месяцев назад

    It's very useful for me....Thanks

  • @margaretmafunga1964
    @margaretmafunga1964 2 года назад

    Nice explanation

  • @vikalikudrausa9019
    @vikalikudrausa9019 Год назад

    Good explanation

  • @09-kayumchaudhari29
    @09-kayumchaudhari29 2 года назад

    👍👍👍👍👍welllllll explained💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

  • @IsingomaMugishaChristopher
    @IsingomaMugishaChristopher 3 месяца назад

    Thank you Sir

  • @NMKL211
    @NMKL211 3 года назад

    Fantastic Bro .... S helful for viva

  • @fadumoladan
    @fadumoladan 3 года назад

    Thank you i benefit this vedio more experience and knowledge

  • @omkarmundhe7940
    @omkarmundhe7940 Год назад

    Well explained

  • @Hashi..dissanayaka
    @Hashi..dissanayaka 24 дня назад

    Can I follow this method for tomato paste like sample

  • @Rahul-xc3kj
    @Rahul-xc3kj 23 дня назад

    Can fat testing in ice cream also use the Soxhlet method?

  • @dishesbytowo
    @dishesbytowo 3 года назад

    Thank you sir,
    Very detailed

  • @biolooksarl7217
    @biolooksarl7217 4 года назад

    Thank you so much, keep going

  • @kishorbhure7582
    @kishorbhure7582 6 месяцев назад

    Please upload a video
    Capsicum in a spectrophotometric method
    c

  • @nimeshaherath2189
    @nimeshaherath2189 3 года назад

    This is a really good video with clear content. But I have to add the music choice was way too catchy. Anyway loved both. Thank you very much for uploading this.

  • @avinashmokashe527
    @avinashmokashe527 3 года назад

    Thanku so much Sir ✨🔥

  • @beingummat8683
    @beingummat8683 2 года назад

    well done

  • @princessasuelimen8358
    @princessasuelimen8358 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for this video. Can I re-use the wastage n-hexane and thimble holder?

  • @sheraz_zuher
    @sheraz_zuher 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for a video
    But i have a question instead of hexan i use petroleum either what temperature i should set it on for solvent, and for how long , and how many circles is better for extraction sesame oil?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад

      You can use petroleum ether. Same temperature and time should be followed as shown in this video.

    • @sheraz_zuher
      @sheraz_zuher 3 года назад

      @@MicroChemsExperiments i used it today but i don't know why in 200 c just 3 cycle in hour happened

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад

      @@sheraz_zuher It should not be happened because the boiling point of petroleum ether is 60-80 degree Celsius.
      Please use better grade of petroleum ether from a reliable source. I hope your problem will be solved.

  • @umarfarooq686
    @umarfarooq686 Год назад

    Weight of sample is onlyy the weight of powder or also the weight of filter thimble?????

  • @zamra40
    @zamra40 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you

  • @krishnagorkha3603
    @krishnagorkha3603 4 года назад

    very nice video thanks for the help....

  • @vidyaammu8730
    @vidyaammu8730 4 года назад

    clear explanation 👌👌

  • @kdung2235
    @kdung2235 3 месяца назад

    Hello sir/ma'am, may I ask what sample was used in this experiment? We really need it for the lab report, thanks in advance!

  • @vishveshjani6877
    @vishveshjani6877 2 года назад +1

    how to perform fat analysis of semi solid food samples? like Hummus/Cheese spreads or Dips? please guide on the same

  • @nadanajitawfeeq2359
    @nadanajitawfeeq2359 4 года назад

    clear explanation

  • @julietorsinime
    @julietorsinime 2 года назад

    thanks nice video

  • @krishnaaayush9371
    @krishnaaayush9371 4 года назад +1

    Nice video
    Please add explanation of chemical reagents why we use it
    And make another video related to food chemistry
    Thank you

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад

      Thank you so much for your observations. We are already working to make videos explaining the reaction mechanism of every test we did. Our new video will be uploaded very shortly. Stay with us.

  • @preetityagi9410
    @preetityagi9410 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks

  • @amninazifa5244
    @amninazifa5244 3 года назад +1

    Great video as well! Can I know does this method suitable for determination of fat in liquid goat milk?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад

      No. This method is not for milk sample. Watch this video for milk fat determination: ruclips.net/video/muswKsqvGnM/видео.html

  • @jasmineim6255
    @jasmineim6255 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for the video. Would like to ask isn't the weighing of the sample actually including the weight of a paper-made thimble even though you tared the weight of the thimble prior to weighing?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад +1

      No. If you tare the thimble weight, then the thimble weight will not be counted. Only sample weight will show in the balance machine

    • @ellainejoie2362
      @ellainejoie2362 2 года назад

      @@MicroChemsExperiments hi goodday! i would like to ask, you said in the video that "sample weight varies depending on the expected fat %", Can you explain further? and I would like to ask what would be the sample weight for rice grains? thank you for answering

  • @jakeisma
    @jakeisma 2 года назад

    please, explain the greens inside the condenser...

  • @melo6737
    @melo6737 10 месяцев назад

    At what percentage of crude fat considered high?

  • @nellygracef.tonacao4470
    @nellygracef.tonacao4470 3 года назад +1

    Can you make video about DNS Assay for Determination of reducing sugar?

  • @mehwishhameed9054
    @mehwishhameed9054 Год назад

    Please make video of beeswax extraction so that extract can be used for antimicrobial activity.

  • @nasiribrahim4778
    @nasiribrahim4778 Год назад

    its a nice presentation. but how much of solvent we use?

  • @NeethuA-o1z
    @NeethuA-o1z Год назад

    Can i use this method for coconut milk

  • @ashwitshetty9725
    @ashwitshetty9725 Год назад

    Can i use the n-hexane collected from thimble again for another crude fat extraction?

  • @MahmoodHashem
    @MahmoodHashem 4 года назад +1

    thanks a lot for your explanation it's very clear. Could you tell me please the temperature of the extraction process? during the 6 hours

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад +1

      Mahmood Hashem, Set the temperature in such a way that facilitate the reflux rate of 5 drops per second. Usually, 100-150 degree Celsius is used for the Fat extraction. Than you for being with us.

    • @MahmoodHashem
      @MahmoodHashem 4 года назад

      @@MicroChemsExperiments thank you so much for your rapid response , may I ask another question; can we use standard hotplate instead of heating part in the soxhelt appartus?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад +1

      @@MahmoodHashem Thanks for your second question. In case of hot plate, it will heat only flat bottom part of the flask and only Hexane of the bottom layer will be evaporated at a particular time. But in the soxhlet apparatus, it heats on the maximum part of the flask, as a result evaporation of Hexane from all side of the flask will occur which is much effective way for Fat extraction.
      So, if you don't have Soxhlet Apparatus facilities, you can use Hot Plate temporarily but it is not recommended for permanent use.

    • @MahmoodHashem
      @MahmoodHashem 4 года назад

      @@MicroChemsExperiments great illustration thanks so much🙏

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад +1

      @@MahmoodHashem you are most welcome. Be with us

  • @ashwitshetty9725
    @ashwitshetty9725 Год назад

    I am using diethyl ether solvent for crude fat extraction. But the solvent is coming out of the condenser. What is might be the issue?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  Год назад +1

      Don't use diethyl ether in soxhlet extraction. You can use petroleum ether replacing the n-hexane

  • @lubuguinarvin1527
    @lubuguinarvin1527 Год назад

    hello sir. can i extract chicken feet skin using this apparatus? or any related animal waste?

  • @mohamedrafi6908
    @mohamedrafi6908 2 года назад

    We can petroleum ether instead of hexane

  • @muhammadnurhakimtermizi9021
    @muhammadnurhakimtermizi9021 Год назад

    can the fat layer be washed?

  • @mohamedrafi6908
    @mohamedrafi6908 2 года назад

    Good evening, why we using hexane in fat extraction?

  • @articunodeoxys6879
    @articunodeoxys6879 Год назад

    Can we reuse the cellulose thimble after the extraction?

  • @uwimanamartin299
    @uwimanamartin299 3 года назад

    it was a great one, easy to understand, thank you.

  • @snehayadav3075
    @snehayadav3075 Год назад

    Which sample ?

  • @botplayer6974
    @botplayer6974 2 года назад

    Sir plz share video of determination of ash and moisture from milk

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  2 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/n2Qwb8Pw8YE/видео.html
      ruclips.net/video/DtSH8n1jbyM/видео.html

  • @p.c.6740
    @p.c.6740 2 года назад

    Why only n hexane is used for that , and not any other solvant

  • @musalunaturalhandmadecosme6115
    @musalunaturalhandmadecosme6115 2 года назад

    The hexane solvent recovery will be 100% or bless after each process?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  2 года назад

      Loss of solven is occurred because of the evaporation in different steps

  • @williamallotey270
    @williamallotey270 3 года назад

    Nice background song ⚡🤗

  • @maahii8335
    @maahii8335 3 года назад

    Thank u soo much sir u r video proved to be a helpful mean for me 😊😊

  • @Julz_Naturals
    @Julz_Naturals 3 года назад +1

    What method can I use to determine the crude fat in honey samples?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад +1

      You need different method of test. We will upload video later. Stay with us.

    • @Julz_Naturals
      @Julz_Naturals 3 года назад

      Thank you, and for reducing sugars and sucrose contents as well please

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад

      @@Julz_Naturals Noted

  • @dipeshsahani5046
    @dipeshsahani5046 Год назад

    How much temperatute is used

  • @awridalmamun5777
    @awridalmamun5777 Год назад

    Osthir osthir

  • @SourodiptoOfficial
    @SourodiptoOfficial 4 года назад +1

    Instead of evaporating the solvent in Hot Air oven, can we recover the solvent using vacuum rotary evaporator for the next run

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад

      Yes. You can use rotary evaporator to evaporate the solvent.

    • @SourodiptoOfficial
      @SourodiptoOfficial 4 года назад

      @@MicroChemsExperiments What's the procedure for that,will you think the fat will be isolated in the receiving flask

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад

      @@SourodiptoOfficial First, extract the fat from your sample using the Soxhlet Apparatus. Then evaporate the solvent using Rotary Evaporator. Finally you will get pure Fat in the flask. Now take wright and calculate the fat% as done in this video.

    • @SourodiptoOfficial
      @SourodiptoOfficial 4 года назад

      @@MicroChemsExperiments Thanks for replying to my comments ,I have few doubts regarding the video
      1. Whether the fat is collected in the round bottom flask, or certain portions are in the extractor too, if I have to vacuum evaporate it ,do I need to mix the both the portions, ( the Solvent in the RB as well as in the extractor)
      2. What's the quantity of solvent taken for 250 ml RB ( as shown in the video), can I perform the same analysis if I have 500 ml Soxhlet extractor ,in that case what would be the amount of solvent.
      Please clear this doubts,

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад

      @@SourodiptoOfficial Fat is only collected in the flask. So you have to dry & consider the flask only.
      Secondly, there is no specific amount of solvent to be added. Amount of solvent should be enough to carry out the continuous reflux through the Soxhlet. You can get idea of amount of solvent from this video. So add solvent in your 500ml Soxhlet accordingly which is enough to recycle/reflux smoothly.

  • @afshanashraf5639
    @afshanashraf5639 Год назад

    Can we extract coconut oil by using this method?

  • @marahal-taher5271
    @marahal-taher5271 3 года назад

    Thank you so much
    I have one question. What temperature do I set the heating mantle at for n hexane?

  • @mohdshariq6078
    @mohdshariq6078 4 года назад

    Exelent work done .
    Pls testing oil and grese in inlet etp water. Or give me a link

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад

      Mohd Shariq, thank you so much. Which test do you want? Please specify.

  • @JaspreetKaur-ry2nb
    @JaspreetKaur-ry2nb 2 года назад

    hi what temp should be provided in case of using heating mantle
    used to keepflask

  • @nuwangisirisena8289
    @nuwangisirisena8289 3 года назад

    Woow this explained greatly thanks you very much

  • @sergioespinoza1402
    @sergioespinoza1402 3 года назад +1

    Hi, thanks for the nice video, it is very illustrative. Nevertheless, I have a question: the method actually calls for the Randall modification of the standard Soxhlet extraction to perform the assay, which implies submerging the sample into boiling solvent, (in this case n-hexane). Is it correct to perform the assay with a regular Soxhlet extractor, as shown in the video? Any comment will be helpful. Thanks!!!

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад +1

      Yes. We followed the AOAC 2003.05 official method strictly to make this video which is applicable for regular Soxhlet extraction of different solid samples.
      Anyways, thanks for your comment. Stay with us.

  • @shreyapatel2584
    @shreyapatel2584 10 месяцев назад

    Temp??

  • @deborahakinlolu4520
    @deborahakinlolu4520 2 года назад

    How do you calculate/double-check the fat content with the nutritional information at the back of a products packaging?

  • @neelamkanchan5978
    @neelamkanchan5978 3 года назад

    How to found percentage of oil in between rice bran?

  • @hassanasif6274
    @hassanasif6274 2 года назад

    Hey, i had a question, does the sample need to be moisture free before putting it in thimble ?thanks in advance

  • @vishalbirajdarrmdiper9885
    @vishalbirajdarrmdiper9885 Год назад

    What was the amount of n hexane u added

  • @ujjwalkoirala6770
    @ujjwalkoirala6770 3 года назад

    Sir thanks for the video...u have used grounded powder form how can we determine if it is not in powder form eg:to determine the fat of raw spinach containing90% moisture???

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад +1

      Blend the sample and after that dry it using Hot Air Oven. Test the dried sample for fat analysis following this video

    • @ujjwalkoirala6770
      @ujjwalkoirala6770 3 года назад

      Is it not possible without drying it??? What if we use raw without drying??

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад +1

      @@ujjwalkoirala6770 You can try raw but drying is better

    • @Anonym-tq1li
      @Anonym-tq1li 3 года назад

      @@ujjwalkoirala6770 In the case of fat extraction, the sample must be dry. If you want the result from the original sample, then you have to:
      - Weigh in the original sample, dry it and then extract it or,
      - Weigh in the original sample, rub in sodium sulphate and then extract (* both remove the water😉).

  • @lakykhatun7119
    @lakykhatun7119 3 года назад

    Sir plz explaine how to analysis in liquid

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад

      Different method of extraction is needed. We will develop that method later.

  • @AshishKumar-rf5tv
    @AshishKumar-rf5tv 3 года назад

    I never miss watching your new video. You do a good job. However, I have a query. Could you please clarify for me the parameter name of Oil Content in oilseed and Total Fat/Crude Fat in oilseed are the same or not? If it is the same then can I follow your procedure? And if it is not the same, can I get the exact procedure from you. Thank you for your earliest feedback.

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  2 года назад

      Same procedure. Please follow crude fat extraction method given in this video

  • @hershrashid6117
    @hershrashid6117 2 года назад

    after that how can purify oil?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  2 года назад

      Hexane residue can be removed by keeping and drying it into hot air oven at 130 degree Celsius

  • @zanelesosibo3049
    @zanelesosibo3049 2 года назад

    I have used your method but my results when m calculating I got 20.4 instead of 2.04 following the Crude fat content for Crushing Soya beans please help me with calculation

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  2 года назад

      The calculation given in this video is correct. So please calculate your result following this video.

  • @tranthanhhoang2726
    @tranthanhhoang2726 3 года назад

    I think that the weight of sample=weight of sample+ thimble - weight of thimble=4.7152-1.9177=2.7975 Right?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад +1

      No Sir. Sample weight should be 4.7152. Because we tared (made zero) of the thimble weight on the banace machine before taking the sample in it. So, the thimble weight will not be considered.

    • @tranthanhhoang2726
      @tranthanhhoang2726 3 года назад

      @@MicroChemsExperiments Thank you for the clear explanation!

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад

      @@tranthanhhoang2726You are welcome

  • @cozycovehamstery50
    @cozycovehamstery50 4 года назад

    What is the importance of using hydrochloric acid in fat determination analysis?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад +2

      Cozy Cove Hamstery, thanks for your query
      Please take a look at the principle of fat extraction of a solid sample. Normally a dried, ground sample is extracted with n-Hexan which dissolves fats and oils of the sample. During extraction, in the Soxhlet Apparatus, n-Hexane dissolves fats and oils of the sample and carries into the Round bottom flask. In this way, the extraction of fat continues for 6 hours by refluxing the n-Hexane (Oil free n-Hexane goes up by evaporating and after condensation it falls on the samples and get down to the flask carrying fats & oils from the sample). After 6 hours, the n-Hexane is then evaporated from the flask to separate it from the oil. The resulting residue (Fats & Oils) is weighed and referred to as ether extract or crude fat.
      So there is no need to use hydrochloric acid (HCl) in this fat extraction procedure.

  • @mahrukhqamar01
    @mahrukhqamar01 2 года назад

    Hi, can you please tell me the exact temperature..?? I'm applying this method but it doesn't boil and takes too much time.. I also used hexane and my plant is Monstera deliciosa.. Please help me with this..??
    Thank you in advance..

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  2 года назад +1

      Increase your temperature to about 130 degrees Celsius to start boiling fast.

    • @mahrukhqamar01
      @mahrukhqamar01 2 года назад

      @@MicroChemsExperiments okay thank you so much..

  • @A-Z.Unlimited
    @A-Z.Unlimited 2 года назад

    Can I determine fat content of milk powder by this method???

  • @Raghavan619
    @Raghavan619 4 года назад

    Hi, can we just let the moisture in the flask evaporate on its own instead of using an oven?
    Thanks.

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад +1

      @Raghaban619, You can not evaporate the moisture and remained n-Hexane completely by keeping the flask at room temperature. Because n-Hexane and moisture will remain in the mixture form with the oil content in the flask. You must apply heat to remove misture and n-Hexane from the flask completely.

    • @Raghavan619
      @Raghavan619 4 года назад

      @@MicroChemsExperiments Got it! Thanks for replying.

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад

      @@Raghavan619 you are most welcome

  • @nursyazwani6680
    @nursyazwani6680 2 года назад

    HI ! can we recover the solvent using water bath method for next run? instead of hot air oven

  • @farahfarzana7856
    @farahfarzana7856 3 года назад

    Hi, can i know how many gram of sample should i use if im using predried homogenised fish muscle as a sample? Is it still 4.5g?

  • @maahii8335
    @maahii8335 3 года назад

    Sir plz make a video on determination of carbohydrates in food

  • @rajatkatariya55
    @rajatkatariya55 3 года назад

    Can u please explain what is the difference between crude fat and fat, crude protein and Protein and crude fibre and fibre?

  • @esraamossad3970
    @esraamossad3970 3 года назад

    Could I use diethyl ether instead of n- hexane?

  • @sandhyaranjith427
    @sandhyaranjith427 2 года назад

    Hi, Can I ask you one doubt.For all samples the extraction time and temperature same ?What is the time and temperature for extraction if we are using petroleum ether.Kindly please reply.Thank you.

  • @vinitsharma9134
    @vinitsharma9134 4 года назад

    good video
    please could you define the principle of this test? its impotent........

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  4 года назад

      Vinit Sharma, thanks for your observations. I planned to explain the principle of each of the tests in separate video. Please be with use. We will work on it very soon.

  • @monasingh8917
    @monasingh8917 8 месяцев назад +2

    sir, why you have used filter paper inside the thimble? does only thimble was not enough if we close it with cotton?
    kindly, respond early.

  • @sukanyamukherjee696
    @sukanyamukherjee696 Месяц назад

    For fresh meat how to prepare sample

  • @puppalasrisaranya9209
    @puppalasrisaranya9209 3 года назад

    I wanted to do analysis for honey
    Can I use this same method (but you mentioned only dry sample)
    Plz suggest

  • @sugandhakumar25101993
    @sugandhakumar25101993 3 года назад

    what is the size of thimble used here?

    • @MicroChemsExperiments
      @MicroChemsExperiments  3 года назад

      you can use any size of thimble which fit into the condenser of Soxhlet.