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Gujral V. Methodology for the Detection of Saffron in Gutkha. Biosci Biotechnol Res Asia 2009;6(1).
Manuscript received on : March 02, 2009
Manuscript accepted on : April 13, 2009
Published online on:  28-06-2009
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Methodology for the Detection of Saffron in Gutkha

Vipin Gujral

Food Research and Standardization Laboratory, Ghaziabad (India).

ABSTRACT: Saffron is added in Gutkha due to its exotic and aesthetic value due to its flavor and colour. No specific methodology was available for detection of saffron in Gutkha as claimed by the manufacturer. Multistage methodology is described in this paper for the detection of Saffron in Gutkha comprising of physical method. Microscopic method and confirmation by Chemical and TLC method. The methodology described even can detect the saffron if added in powder form.

KEYWORDS: Saffron; Gutkha and Crocus sativus Linn

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