FAQ about Calorie Answer

Are the measurement values of Calorie Answer available for nutrient information on label?

In Japan, yes, they are available. Measurement values of Calorie Answer or a NIR spectroscopic analysis, are drawn on by valid data, such as Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan, or physical and chemical analysis of foods. On the occasion of the adoption of measurement values of Calorie Answer, according to the Food Labeling Act, describle terms such as "estimated values" or "rough indication values" on the label.

How do you conduct a daily checking of Calorie Answer?

Checking before starting work, after warm-up operation, measure CalorieMate® BLOCK Cheese on Test 1 Reflection mode to confirm that values are constant, and measure CalorieMate® LIQUID Café au lait on Test 2 Transmission mode to confirm that values are constant.



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