Economic aspects – Since coffee beans are traded by weight, the water contained in this product is a particularly important cost element. Sellers will try to supply best quality but, at the same time, ensure they go up to the admissible moisture limit. Moreover, many countries levy a special coffee tax, so knowing the moisture content at as many stages of production as possible is another way of managing costs. Increasing moisture by as little as half a percent can help to considerably improve a company‘s earnings.
Quality – Another important aspect is the fact that, in many countries, consumer protection legislation limits the water content in the finished product to 5%. TEWS‘ microwave moisture measuring ensures water content limits are adhered to with utmost accuracy at all stages of coffee processing. One prime example is green coffee which should contain no more than 13% water to safely exclude the risk of fermentation starting during storage or transit.
To conclude – Knowing the exact water content of their coffee helps companies to comply with legal regulations while optimizing production – meeting both their objectives of ensuring a high quality product and maximizing profitability.
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