Question

    The standard saponification value of mustard oil by

    FSSAI regulation is
    A 187 to 196 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 168 to 177 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C not more than 6 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 58.6 to 61.7 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    1. Chemical Basis:  a. Measures KOH (mg) needed to saponify 1g oil  b. Indicates average fatty acid chain length 2. Quality Parameter:  a. Higher value = shorter chains  b. Mustard oil range confirms purity

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