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33.6.

02
AOAC Official Method 938.05
Butter
Preparation of Sample
First Action 1938
Final Action
Soften entire test sample in test sample container, 970.29C (see
33.1.05), by warming in water bath kept at as low temperature as
practicable, £39°C. Avoid overheating, which causes visible
separation of curd. Shake frequently during softening process to
reincorporate any separated fat, and observe fluidity of sample.
Optimum consistency is attained when emulsion is still intact but
fluid enough to reveal test sample level almost immediately.
Remove from bath and frequently shake vigorously or place test
sample container in mechanical shaking machine that simulates
hand shaking, with arm 23 cm (9 in.) long, set to oscillate at 425 ± 25
times/min through arc of 4.5 cm (1.75 in.). Continue shaking until
test sample cools to thick, creamy consistency and test sample level
can no longer readily be seen. Promptly weigh test portion for
analysis.
References: JAOAC 21, 361(1938); 35, 194(1952); 42, 36(1959).

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