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Demerara Sugar Specifications

I. Color

• Minimum 1800 ICUMSA
• Maximum 4000 ICUMSA

II. Polarization

• Minimum 98.50 degrees polarization

III. Composition

• Moisture: Maximum 0.2% by weight
• Ash: Maximum 0.8% by weight
• Invert Sugar: Maximum 0.8% by weight
• Sediments: Maximum 0.07% by weight

IV. Crystal Size

• Target mean aperture (M.A.): 0.9 – 1.4 mm
• Average size: 1.00 mm

V. Other

• Conductivity

Demerara Sugar Technical Requirements

Demerara sugar shall meet the following quality standards:

• Color: Golden brown hue ranging from 1800 to 4000 ICUMSA units, assessed via spectrophotometric method.
• Polarization: Greater than or equal to 98.5 degrees as measured by the polarimetry method, indicating high sucrose content.
• Moisture Content: 0.2% maximum by weight, measured by vacuum oven method. Ensures flowability.
• Ash: 0.8% by weight maximum, tested by gravimetric method. Indicates purity.
• Invert Sugar: 0.8% maximum by weight, measured by Lane-Eynon method.
• Sediments: 0.07% maximum by weight. Indicates cleanliness.
• Crystal Size: Target mean aperture of 0.9-1.4 mm, average size of 1.00 mm. Tested by certified sieving method.
• Conductivity: Assessed to determine quality parameters.

Demerara sugar meeting these specifications will have the characteristic golden color, taste, crystal size and low moisture content expected by consumers.