Determination of the β-cryptoxanthin in Satsuma Mandarin－High performance liquid chromatographic method [External Link]

JAS0003 has been established as a standardized method to determine β-cryptoxanthin in Satsuma Mandarin. This video introduces its procedure. Many laboratories have easy access to this method as it can be analyzed under simple HPLC conditions. The validity of this method has been confirmed based on international guidelines. You can improve your objectivity and reliability by using JAS0003 for in-house inspections.

Determination of the lutein in spinach－High-performance liquid chromatographic method [External Link]

JAS0008 has been established as a standardized method to determine lutein in spinach. This video introduces its procedure.
This method reduces analysis time by the appropriate analysis conditions for lutein. The validity of this method has been confirmed based on international guidelines. You can improve your objectivity and reliability by using JAS0008 for in-house inspections.

Determination of the lycopene in raw tomato－Spectrophotometric method [External Link]

JAS0009 has been established as a standardized method to determine Lycopene in raw tomato. This video introduces its procedure.
In this method, β-carotene, which interferes with lycopene measurement, is removed by pretreatment and measured with a spectrophotometer, so lycopene can be measured easily and quickly.
The validity of this method has been confirmed based on international guidelines. You can improve your objectivity and reliability by using JAS0009 for in-house inspections.

Chicken eggs and meat by sustainable system [External Link]

In March 2020, the JAS for chicken eggs and meat by sustainable system which supports SDGs was established!
JAS 0013: Chicken eggs and meat by sustainable system
This JAS specifies the use of domestic resources and the consideration for animal welfare and the surrounding environment.

Determination of the ornithine in mushroom (Hypsizygus marmoreus)－High-performance liquid chromatographic method [External Link]

JAS0016 has been established as a standardized method to determine ornithine in fresh beech (bunashimeji) mushroom. This video introduces its procedure.
This method does not require hydrolysis during extraction and three types of detectors can be used.
The validity of this method has been confirmed based on international guidelines. You can improve your objectivity and reliability by using JAS0016 for in-house inspections.

Milled rice [External Link]

In December 2021, the JAS for milled rice was established!
Did you know that the quality of milled rice, including moisture content and the amount of discolored grains, affects its taste and appearance? The JAS for milled rice has been established as a standardized quality criteria for the optimal processing of brown rice into polished white rice.

Organic algae [External Link]

In December 2021, the JAS for the organic algae was newly established.
Expect to see an increase in the production of organic algae, and developments in sustainable fisheries.

Textured soy protein products [External Link]

In February 2022, JAS for textured soy protein products has been established.
As consumer needs diversify worldwide, soybeans, which contain high-quality protein, are attracting attention.
In Japan, tofu, soy milk, and natto, for example, have been typical foods processed from soybeans.
On the other hand, in recent years, we often see processed products that use soybeans or soybean processed products as ingredients and resemble hamburgers, ham, and other products in supermarkets.
JAS for textured soy protein products is a standard that supports the new food market for these products.

NISHIKIGOI — Vocabulary [External Link]

In February 2022, JAS for NISHIKIGOI was established!
Nishikigoi are one of Japan's representative ornamental fish.
They are also called "swimming jewels."
Once you see them, you'll be fascinated by their beauty.

Agricultural products by hydroponics using PROBIOPONICS technology [External Link]

In February 2022, In February 2022, the JAS for agricultural products by hydroponics using PROBIOPONICS technology was established!
Probioponics is a hydroponic cultivation technology that reduces environmental impact by utilizing microorganisms in the culture solution to convert organic matter into fertilizer (nitrogen source), thereby reducing the use of fossil fuels dependent chemical fertilizers. The establishment of JAS for agricultural products by hydroponics using PROBIOPONICS technology supports initiatives toward sustainable agriculture.

Miso [External Link]

JAS for miso, a traditional Japanese food, was newly established in March of 2022.
JAS is expected to help show the world how wonderful traditional Japanese "miso" really is!

Testing method of K-value as a freshness index for fish－High performance liquid chromatographic method [External Link]

JAS0023 has been established as a standardized method to test for calculating the K-value, which is a scientific index of freshness, for fish. This video introduces its procedure.
Many laboratories have easy access to this method because the extraction procedure is simple and does not require special reagents or apparatus.
The validity of this method has been confirmed based on international guidelines. JAS0023 is expected to help branding for fresh fish and to prove the effectiveness of transit technology that keeps freshness of fish.

Determination of the procyanidins in apple juice－High performance liquid chromatographic method [External Link]

JAS0024 has been established as a standardized method to determine procyanidins in apple juice. This video introduces its procedure.
This method reduces analysis time significantly compared to conventional methods by detecting and quantifying multiple procyanidins at once.
The validity of this method has been confirmed based on international guidelines. You can improve your objectivity and reliability by using JAS0024 for in-house inspections.

JAS0025: Processed foods suitable for vegetarians or vegans
JAS0026: Management of restaurants to serve foods suitable for vegetarians or vegans [External Link]

In September 2022, new JAS standards were established to better serve vegetarians and vegans!
Vegetarian and vegan diets have been gaining popularity in recent years overseas, but such restaurants and products are still hard to find in Japan .
Two new sets of standards (for restaurants and processed food products) will give everyone more choices in their daily lives.

JAS for recycling process management of used cooking oilsis now available! [External Link]

In March 2023, JAS for Recycling process management of used cooking oils was established! Recycled oils from used cooking oil discharged by food business operators, are seeing increasing demand in recent years, both domestically and internationally as sustainable and environmentally friendly renewable raw materials. The JAS for recycling process management of used cooking oils, which specifies recycling process management methods for business operator that manufacture recycled oils, boost the production of quality-assured recycled oils, thereby contributing to addressing environmental issues and creating a sustainable society.

JAS from when agricultural products are harvested until they reach stores！ [External Link]

The “food chain” refers to the entire distribution process from when agricultural products are harvested until they reach stores. The JAS for Agricultural products with food chain information sets control criteria for temperature and impact/ vibration for each characteristics of agricultural product. You can find out how agricultural products are transported and managed by scanning their 2D barcode.