In addition to the theoretical background of cyanide analysis, the practical implementation of the analytical methods is carried out. Participants acquire knowledge of the relevant legal bases and the framework for validation of the available analytical methods, quality assurance and evaluation of results.

Content
The European regulation sets maximum levels for cyanides in food and feed (e.g. apricot kernels, linseed, etc.). In addition, regulations for the import of apricot kernels have been published. In addition to free hydrocyanic acid, as found in spirits, cyanogenic glycosides (hydrocyanic acid bound to glycosides) are also found in food and animal feed.
In the practical course, differences in the analysis of free and bound hydrocyanic acid are discussed theoretically. In addition, each participant will analyse real samples in a fully equipped laboratory under expert supervision.

Target group
Users (analysts, laboratory managers, etc.) from the field of food chemistry with knowledge of analytical chemistry and instrumental analysis.

Participation restrictions
Five-day standard course for a maximum of four people

Date
on request

Location
AGES GmbH
Spargelfeldstraße 191 | A-1220 Vienna, Austria

Responsible for the content
Dr Martin Gutternigg
Institute for Food Safety Vienna

Department of Veterinary Drugs, Hormones, Contaminants and Special Analyses

Group for Food Ingredients and Food Additives

Fee
on request