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Instructions for Sampling and Shipping Fats and Oils Samples
- Be sure to obtain a representative sample by using an official trier, a
bomb sampler for fats and oils, or a suitable continuous bleeder line technique (i.e.,
continuous flow during unloading).
- Combine 2 or more repeated samplings in a large, clean bucket and mix
thoroughly. While material is agitated, quickly fill sample container. If more than one
sample container is to be filled, repeat mixing step before filling each container
(since moisture and insolubles can settle quickly). Draw sample for container from the
mid-level portion of the bucket. A standard "turkey baster," found in most grocery stores,
makes an excellent stirring and sample device.
- Be sure that caps are on bottles prior to use so that no contamination
of the bottle has taken place. IMPORTANT: Use only the caps that are supplied with the sample
bottles (they are specially equipped with aluminum foil liners to prevent
contamination from liner adhesives). Do Not Use Other Bottle Caps.
- Fill out an Analysis Request Form and it to the sample bottle with rubber band or adhesive tape. Retain
a copy for your
records.
- Stuff a sufficient amount of paper or other suitable packing material
into the bottom of the cardboard mailer, enclose sample with request form, and stuff sufficient
amount of paper or packing material in top portion to prevent rattling before closing
up cardboard mailer. The packing material will serve as a cushion and prevent breakage
during shipment.
- Apply label to shipping container and send to:
Diversified Laboratories, Inc.
4150
Lafayette Center Drive Suite #600
Chantilly, VA 20151
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