CL Analyser in Wittenberge for guaranteed top quality
23. July 2021
IOI Oleo GmbH is one of the leading European suppliers of oleochemical specialties for almost all areas of daily life. Active ingredients and excipients for the pharmaceutical industry as well as emollients, texturizers and a large selection of multifunctional ingredients for the cosmetic industry fill our portfolio. As a renowned producer of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), we also offer special esters and additives for products in the food segment. Process aids and lubricants for technical applications as well as various oleochemical basics round off our range.
Top quality is our credo! It is not only reflected in the product but is the essence of our holistic approach. From raw materials and processing to sustainability management and employee development – compliance with quality goals has top priority in all areas of the company.
The numerous certifications of our locations prove that we are committed to these requirements and pursue them successfully:
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Of course, we monitor the entire manufacturing process and test our products in compliance with the strictest requirements at various stages of the process. Thus, we have equipped our production site in Wittenberge among others with a so-called CL Analyser. A highly developed device that detects unwanted elements, such as chlorine. The effect of heat during refining can, in conjunction with chlorine, produce the fatty acid ester 3-MCPD, which has been classified as “possibly carcinogenic”.
That is why the European Commission has defined strict limit values that are formulated in Regulation (EU) 2018/290. Thanks to the comprehensive quality control of all our products, we can guarantee that they meet or exceed the legally required limit values.
“We use the CL Analyzer to examine the raw material glycerine, as this can be the only source of chlorine in the production process. It is responsible for the formation of fatty acid esters, such as 3-MCPD. An increased amount in this production step can have a negative effect on the end product. If the glycerine values are fine, we also adhere to the limit value for 3-MCPD. “
Katrin Ehrhorn-Liehr
Analytics – R&D Support
We have equipped our plant in Wittenberge with this device to be able to analyse quickly and efficiently, especially during MCT production, since there is no time window between production and delivery to the customer for complex analysis, faulty batches or production downtimes. For this reason, we check the raw material extensively to be able to make the ongoing process more efficient and fail-safe.
For the analysis, an organic sample is completely burned. The chlorine contained is determined through coulometry and quantified using an external calibration line.
If you would like to find out more about the CL Analyser, please do not hesitate to contact us!
Tony Voß
Tony Voß is a production site assistant at IOI Oleo GmbH in Wittenberge since October 2020. He completed his high school diploma in economics and administration at the Upper School Center in Prignitz and successfully finished his apprenticeship as an industrial clerk at the American Airlaid Group Glatfelter. After various positions as a material management sergeant and sales planner, he started working as commercial employee in early 2019 in the Customer Service & Logistics department at IOI OLEO GmbH in Wittenberge. In his private life, Tony does a lot of fitness, is involved in finance, and enjoys cooking international national dishes.
