This is a guide comprised of words and their definitions which are associated with various aspects of sugar production and refining.
Ash
There are two types of ash commonly referred to in sugar production.
Carbonated ash: This is the ash residue which remains after burning at 650 degrees Celsius.
Sulphated ash: The ash residue from a sample treated with sulphuric […]

ICUMSA RATINGS
ICUMSA (International Commission For Uniform Methods Of Sugar Analysis) Ratings are ratings which reflect the grade and quality of sugar. The ratings system is based on the color of sugar, which is regarded as being an effective measure of how refined and free from impurities it is. This article details six of the major […]

According to the Brazilian SGS method of testing, ICUMSA 45 sugar is the highest quality sugar available on the market today. The quality of sugar is determined by a system devised by ICUMSA (International Commission For Uniform Methods Of Sugar Analysis), which is an international body that has sought to standardize the measurements which are […]