Determination of Nitrogen in Fertilizer by Combustion: Collaborative Study

1994 ◽  
Vol 77 (4) ◽  
pp. 829-839 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donald F Tate
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Ammonium Nitrate ◽  
Copper Catalyst ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Combustion Method ◽  
Method Performance ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Kjeldahl Method ◽  
Repeatability Standard Deviation

Abstract Fourteen laboratories participated in a collaborative study to compare abilities of AOAC modified copper catalyst Kjeldahl method, 978.02, and the generic combustion method, 990.03, to analyze the nitrogen content of fertilizer materials. Combustion analyses are more time efficient, more accurate, and less hazardous than Kjeldahl analyses. There were 3 different types of instrumentation involved in the collaborative study: (1) Leco FP-428 Nitrogen Determinator; (2) Perkin-Elmer 2410 Series II Nitrogen Analyzer; (3) Carlo-Erba 1500 Series II Nitrogen Analyzer. Thirty samples of fertilizer containing 1–67% N included 2 ACS grade standard materials: ammonium nitrate, theory 35.00% N; and dicyandiamide, theory 66.64% N. A diammonium phosphate and urea mixture (3 + 1 ; 1.0 mm grind) and 2 ACS grade standard materials of ammonium nitrate and ammonium sulfate were supplied for repetitive combustion analyses. Overall method performance of the combustion method was at least as good as the modified Kjeldahl method. Repeatability standard deviation (Sr) values for the combustion method ranged from 0.09 to 0.34 vs the modified Kjeldahl method range of 0.06–0.49; reproducibility standard deviation (SR) values for the combustion method ranged from 0.13 to 1.07 vs the range of 0.09–3.57 for the modified Kjeldahl method. The grand mean was 20.78% for the combustion method, and 20.79% for the modified Kjeldahl method using various fertilizers. The average ranges of sr and SR for the methods were, respectively, 0.17 and 0.29 for the combustion method, and 0.19 and 0.54 for the modified Kjeldahl method. The method was adopted first action by AOAC INTERNATIONAL.

scholarly journals Indirect and Direct Determination of the Casein Content of Milk by Kjeldahl Nitrogen Analysis: Collaborative Study

1998 ◽  
Vol 81 (4) ◽  
pp. 763-774 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanna M Lynch ◽  
David M Barbano ◽  
J Richard Fleming
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Nitrogen Content ◽  
Relative Standard Deviation ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Direct Determination ◽  
Raw Milk ◽  
Method Performance ◽  
Relative Standard ◽  
Milk Casein

Abstract The classic method for determination of milk casein is based on precipitation of casein at pH 4.6. Precipitated milk casein is removed by filtration and the nitrogen content of either the precipitate (direct casein method) or filtrate (noncasein nitrogen; NCN) is determined by Kjeldahl analysis. For the indirect casein method, milk total nitrogen (TN; Method 991.20) is also determined and casein is calculated as TN minus NCN. Ten laboratories tested 9 pairs of blind duplicate raw milk materials with a casein range of 2.42- 3.05℅ by both the direct and indirect casein methods. Statistical performance expressed in protein equivalents (nitrogen ⨯ 6.38) with invalid and outlier data removed was as follows: NCN method (wt%), mean = 0.762, sr = 0.010, SR = 0.016, repeatability relative standard deviation (RSDr) = 1.287℅, reproducibility relative standard deviation (RSDR) = 2.146%; indirect casein method (wt℅), mean = 2.585, repeatability = 0.015, reproducibility = 0.022, RSDr = 0.560℅, RSDR = 0.841; direct casein method (wt℅), mean = 2.575, sr = 0.015, sR = 0.025, RSDr = 0.597℅, RSDR = 0.988℅. Method performance was acceptable and comparable to similar Kjeldahl methods for determining nitrogen content of milk (Methods 991.20, 991.21,991.22, 991.23). The direct casein, indirect casein, and noncasein nitrogen methods have been adopted by AOAC INTERNATIONAL.

Generic Combustion Method for Determination of Crude Protein in Feeds: Collaborative Study

1989 ◽  
Vol 72 (5) ◽  
pp. 770-774 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rose A Sweeney
Keyword(s):  
Crude Protein ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Combustion Method ◽  
Performance Requirements ◽  
General Terms ◽  
Relative Standard ◽  
Kjeldahl Method ◽  
Standard Deviations ◽  
And Performance

Abstract Nine laboratories participated in a collaborative study on determination of crude protein in animal feeds to compare a generically described combustion method with the AOAC mercury catalyst Kjeldahl method (7.015). The combustion method was written in general terms of method principle, apparatus specifications, and performance requirements. The sample set comprised closely matched pairs of feed ingredients and mixed products ranging from 10 to 90% protein. Ten pairs ground to 0.5 mm were the focus of the study; 4 pairs were ground to 1.0 mm for comparison. Nicotinic acid and lysine monohydrochloride were included as standards. Collaborators were instructed to report their results for performance checks using materials supplied. Only one laboratory failed to meet the proposed limits. Seven laboratories used the LECO Model FP-228 analyzer and 2 used the LECO CHN 600 analyzer. For the 0.5 mm pairs, repeatability standard deviations (sr) ranged from 0.09 to 0.58 for the Kjeldahl method and from 0.14 to 0.33 for the combustion method, with a pooled sr value of 0.28 and relative standard deviation (RSDr) of 0.59%. Reproducibility standard deviations (SR) ranged from 0.23 to 0.86 (Kjeldahl) and from 0.30 to 0.61 (combustion), with a pooled sR value of 0.52 and RSDR of 1.10%. Grand means for the samples ground to 0.5 mm were 47.65% protein by the combustion method and 47.41% protein by the Kjeldahl method. For samples ground to 1.0 mm, corresponding values were 31.82 and 31.50% protein. The generic combustion method has been approved interim official first action.

Experimental Designs for Interlaboratory Precision Experiments: Comparison of ISO 5725 with Draft NEN 6303

1989 ◽  
Vol 72 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-37 ◽  
Author(s):  
J Zaalberg
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Edible Oils ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Experimental Designs ◽  
Interlaboratory Experiments ◽  
Interlaboratory Studies ◽  
Repeatability Standard Deviation ◽  
Level Design ◽  
Iso 5725

Abstract To determine the precision of standardized analytical methods, interlaboratory experiments are carried out in which several laboratories analyze identical samples from well homogenized batches of material. From the test results, estimates of the standard deviations under repeatability as well as under reproducibility conditions are calculated. In the present work, the experimental designs recommended in the International Standard ISO 5725 have been compared with a design proposed in the draft Netherlands Standard NEN 6303. This has been done by comparing their mathematical models as well as by applying them to the results of a recent collaborative study on the determination of heavy metals in edible oils and fats. The reproducibility standard deviation is estimated equally well with both Standards, but it appeared that the designs given in ISO 5725 can lead to serious underestimation (uniform-level design) or overestimation (split-level design) of the repeatability standard deviation. By using the design proposed in NEN 6303, these biases can be avoided. Hence, it is recommended that interlaboratory studies be organized according to the design of NEN 6303.

scholarly journals Determination of Clopidol Residues in Chicken Tissues by Liquid Chromatography: Collaborative Study

2003 ◽  
Vol 86 (4) ◽  
pp. 685-693 ◽  
Author(s):  
Guo-Fang Pang ◽  
Yan-Zhong Cao ◽  
Chun-Lin Fan ◽  
Jin-Jie Zhang ◽  
Xue-Min Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Liquid Chromatography ◽  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Relative Standard Deviation ◽  
Solid Phase ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Reversed Phase ◽  
Method Performance ◽  
Chicken Muscle ◽  
Relative Standard

Abstract Eighteen laboratories participated in a collaborative study on the determination of clopidol residues in chicken muscle tissues by liquid chromatography. Of these, results from 16 laboratories which rigorously followed the method were subjected to statistical analysis. The method performance was assessed by all participants using 14 samples of chicken muscle fortified at concentrations ranging from 0.1 to 5.0 mg/kg. In addition, 9 participants each reported results for 6 clopidol-incurred samples in chicken muscle. Test portions were extracted with acetonitrile, and the extracts were purified with alumina and anion exchange resin solid-phase extraction cartridges in sequence. Clopidol was separated by reversed-phase liquid chromatography and quantified at 270 nm. Average recoveries ranged from 81.8 to 85.4%, reproducibility relative standard deviation (RSDR) ranged from 11.9 to 22.6%, and repeatability relative standard deviation (RSDr) ranged from 9.9 to 15.1%. For clopidol-incurred samples at concentrations of 0.100–0.687 mg/kg, the mean determination value range was 0.099–0.659 mg/kg; RSDR was 12.6–19.8%, RSDr was 3.1–8.5%; and HORRAT values were 0.7–1.1. The accuracy and precision of the method are in conformity with the requirements specified by AOAC INTERNATIONAL. The method was adopted Official First Action in April 2003.

Comparison of LECO FP-228 "Nitrogen Determinator" with AOAC Copper Catalyst Kjeldahl Method for Crude Protein

1987 ◽  
Vol 70 (6) ◽  
pp. 1028-1030 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rose A Sweeney ◽  
Paul R Rexroad
Keyword(s):  
Crude Protein ◽  
Copper Catalyst ◽  
Combustion Method ◽  
Rapid Analysis ◽  
Nitrogen Gas ◽  
Average Recovery ◽  
Nitrogen Levels ◽  
Kjeldahl Method ◽  
Standard Deviations

Abstract The LECO FP-228 "Nitrogen Determinator" was compared with the AOAC copper catalyst Kjeldahl method, 7.033-7.037, for the determination of crude protein in feed materials. The completely microprocessor- controlled instrument determines nitrogen by measuring the nitrogen gas following combustion of the sample; it was easy to operate and broadly applicable. A wide variety of feed materials of various nitrogen levels were analyzed in one mixed sequence. Results were precise, accurate, and rapid. Analysis time for one sample was approximately 3 min. Fourteen samples containing 2.5-15.5% N were selected for study and consisted of meals, grains, forages, and standard organic materials. The overall mean for the 14 samples by the LECO combustion method was 8.61% N compared with an overall mean of 8.58% N for the AOAC Kjeldahl method. Within-sample standard deviations for the LECO combustion method ranged from 0.013 to 0.052% N with a pooled standard deviation (SD) of 0.033% N for the 14 samples. Standard deviations for the AOAC Kjeldahl method ranged from 0.006 to 0.035% N with a pooled SD of 0.022% N. Combined average recovery of nitrogen from tryptophan, lysine- HC1, and EDTA determined by the LECO combustion method was 99.94% compared to 99.88% determined by the AOAC Kjeldahl method.

Mass Loss on Drying for Instant Coffee: Collaborative Study

1980 ◽  
Vol 63 (2) ◽  
pp. 178-179
Author(s):  
William P Clinton ◽  
Paul H Manni ◽  
John M Ferry
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Mass Loss ◽  
Coefficient Of Variation ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Instant Coffee ◽  
Reproducibility Standard Deviation ◽  
Repeatability Standard Deviation ◽  
Working Method

Abstract A collaborative study was undertaken to define an acceptable routine working method for determination of mass loss in instant coffee. Fourteen laboratories of 24 invited to participate submitted results. The repeatability standard deviation and coefficient of variation were 0.026 and 0.7%, respectively. The reproducibility standard deviation and coefficient of variation were 0.153 and 3.8%, respectively. The method has been adopted as official first action.

Comparison of Kjeldahl Method for Determination of Crude Protein in Cereal Grains and Oilseeds with Generic Combustion Method: Collaborative Study

1993 ◽  
Vol 76 (4) ◽  
pp. 780-786 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ronald C Bicsak ◽  
◽  
R Boles ◽  
R Cathey ◽  
V Collins ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Crude Protein ◽  
Animal Feed ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Combustion Method ◽  
Cereal Grains ◽  
Relative Standard ◽  
Kjeldahl Method ◽  
Repeatability And Reproducibility ◽  
Standard Deviations

Abstract Seven laboratories participated in a collaborative study to extend the applicability of the AOAC generic combustion method for determination of crude protein in animal feed (990.03) to include determination in cereal grains and oilseeds. In the study, method 990.03 was compared with the AOAC mercury catalyst Kjeldahl method for determination of protein in grains (979.09) and crude protein in animal feed (954.01). The study also evaluated the effect on the results of fineness of grind. For determination of crude protein in grains and oilseeds by the combustion method, standard deviations for repeatability and reproducibility ranged from 0.10 to 0.37 and from 0.25 to 0.54, respectively, and relative standard deviations for repeatability and reproducibility ranged from 0.77 to 2.57% and from 1.24 to 3.15%, respectively. The combustion method was adopted first action by AOAC International for determination of crude protein in cereal grains and oilseeds containing 0.2- 20% nitrogen.

Determination of Total Nitrogen in Urine by Pyrochemiluminescence: Collaborative Study

1995 ◽  
Vol 78 (2) ◽  
pp. 301-306 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristi A Boehm ◽  
P Frank Ross
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Total Nitrogen ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Urine Samples ◽  
External Control ◽  
Severe Stress ◽  
Average Recovery ◽  
Oxidative Pyrolysis ◽  
Repeatability Standard Deviation

Abstract Twelve collaborating laboratories analyzed 5 blind duplicate samples of human urine for total nitrogen using a pyrochemiluminescence method. The nitrogen content ranged from low (650 mg/L) to high levels (8800 mg/L) in urine samples of people under moderate to severe stress. In addition to test samples, collaborators also received a certified standard (sodium nitrite in water) as an external control. The pyrochemiluminescence assay was performed on urine samples diluted in water within a range of 1:50 to 1:100. The method detects total nitrogen by reaction of the product of high temperature oxidative pyrolysis and ozone. Repeatability standard deviation values (RDSr) ranged from 1.49 to 3.91% and reproducibility standard deviation values (RSDR) ranged from 3.66 to 9.57%. The average recovery of total nitrogen was 99.9%. The pyrochemiluminescence method for determination of total nitrogen in urine was adopted first action by AOAC INTERNATIONAL.

Protein Nitrogen Unit Precipitation Procedure for Allergenic Extracts: Collaborative Study

1981 ◽  
Vol 64 (6) ◽  
pp. 1435-1438
Author(s):  
Joan C May ◽  
Jenny T C Sih ◽  
◽  
Allergy Laboratories ◽  
J Best ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Coefficient Of Variation ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
Protein Nitrogen ◽  
Accuracy And Precision ◽  
Precipitation Procedure ◽  
Allergenic Extracts ◽  
Kjeldahl Method ◽  
Repeatability Standard Deviation

Abstract Protein nitrogen unit (PNU) determination is one of the methods used to test and label the concentration of allergenic extracts. This recently standardized method is applicable to all allergenic extracts. One PNU/mL is equivalent to 1 × 10−5 mg nitrogen determined to be in the material precipitated from 1 m l allergenic extract by phosphotungstic acid (PTA), a protein precipitant. The nitrogen is quantitated by the Kjeldahl method or another analytical method of equivalent accuracy and precision. A collaborative study of the optimized PNU precipitation method in which 6 samples were analyzed in duplicate by 6 laboratories using the Kjeldahl method for the determination of nitrogen yielded a mean of 0.1358 mg N/ml, a repeatability standard deviation and coefficient of variation of 0.0071 mg N/mL and 5.23%, respectively, and a reproducibility standard deviation and coefficient of variation of 0.0188 mg N/mL and 13.84%, respectively. The method has been adopted official first action.

Microdiffusion and Fluoride-Specific Electrode Determination of Fluoride in Infant Foods: Collaborative Study

1981 ◽  
Vol 64 (4) ◽  
pp. 1021-1026
Author(s):  
Robert W Dabeka ◽  
Arthur D Mckenzie ◽  
◽  
R A Baetz ◽  
D W Bingham ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Variance Analysis ◽  
Infant Foods ◽  
Reproducibility Standard Deviation ◽  
Coefficients Of Variation ◽  
Repeatability Standard Deviation

Abstract Twelve laboratories analyzed (1 replicate) 12 samples of infant foods – milk, pears, and peas – containing 0.2-5 ppm F. There was one laboratory outlier. Mean coefficients of variation were 7.06% for intralaboratory determination of 3 sets of blind duplicates and 21.6% for interlaboratory determination of 12 samples. Variance analysis for all samples yielded a reproducibility standard deviation of 0.41 ppm; for 3 sets of blind duplicates, repeatability standard deviation was 0.26 ppm and reproducibility standard deviation was 0.32 ppm.

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