2 Sep 2025
The Rancimat method, based on AOCS Cd 12b-92 and ISO 6886 guidelines, measures the oxidative stability of a sample by exposing it to high temperatures and air, accelerating its oxidation. Volatile oxidation products affect the conductivity of distilled water in a closed container, generating an oxidation curve. The inflection point of this curve indicates the stability against oxidation. This test also allows comparing antioxidants and determining the most effective dose to improve the oxidative stability of the products.