Diagnostic and Analytical Services: olive oil testing
NSW DPI operates an Olive Oil Testing Service based at Wagga Wagga, which aims to provide practical solutions for growers and processors in this fast-growing industry. The service is based on the latest technology and requirements of the International Olive Council (IOC).
Our chemical testing is accredited by National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) and the IOC; our organoleptic panel is accredited by NATA. We also participate in proficiency tests conducted by international organisations such as the IOC and the American Oil Chemists Society (AOCS).
Packages and sampling kits
The laboratory offers a large range of tests which are available separately or in convenient packages:
Quality packages
The following quality packages are available (prices current as at 1 September 2007, for a single sample):
| Package | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Free fatty acids plus peroxide value | $81.55 |
| 2 | Package 1 plus fatty acid profile | $103.60 |
| 3 | Package 2 plus total polyphenols | $161.75 |
| 4 | Package 3 plus Rancimat – induction time | $190.75 |
| 5 | Package 2 plus UV absorption | $131.25 |
Discounts apply for larger numbers of samples.
Adulteration packages
The following adulteration packages are available (prices are for a single sample):
| Package | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Trans fatty acids and sterols | $346.95 |
| 7 | Package 6 plus UV absorption | $371.05 |
| 8 | Package 7 plus waxes | $531.10 |
| 9 | Package 8 plus stigmastadienes | $757.60 |
| 10 | Package 9 plus tri acyl glycerides | $830.60 |
| 11 | Package 10 plus alpha tocopherols | $886.00 |
| 12 | Package 2 plus package 10 | $720.60 |
Discounts apply for larger numbers of samples.
Additional charges may apply for fast turnarounds.
Make up your own package
See the list of individual tests and their cost.
Sensory analysis (prices are for a single sample)
Single sample for organoleptic analysis: Cost $91.75
Show Judging Awards: $24.70
Olive oil and fruit sample submission form
The submission form is available for download below.
| Download | ||
|---|---|---|
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Olive oil and fruit sample submission form | 512.2 kb |
Information about other services and interpretation
- List of diagnostic and analytical services for agriculture
- Olive industry overview (Primefact 146)
- Chemistry and quality of olive oil (Primefact 227)
- Testing olive oil quality: chemical and sensory methods (Primefact 231)
Other useful links
Further information
For information on custom pricing, turnaround times, submission and reporting procedures etc., please contact our Customer Service Unit on (02) 6938 1957 or 1800 675 623.