EN ISO 21415-4:2007
(Main)Wheat and wheat flour - Gluten content - Part 4: Determination of dry gluten from wet gluten by a rapid drying method (ISO 21415-4:2006)
Wheat and wheat flour - Gluten content - Part 4: Determination of dry gluten from wet gluten by a rapid drying method (ISO 21415-4:2006)
ISO 21415-4:2006 specifies a rapid method for the determination of the dry gluten content from wet gluten obtained as specified in either ISO 21415-1 or ISO 21415-2.
The method can also be used to determine the moisture content of the wet gluten.
Weizen und Weizenmehl - Glutengehalt - Teil 4: Bestimmung des Trockenglutens aus Feuchtgluten mittels Schnelltrocknungsverfahren (ISO 21415-4:2006)
Blé et farines de blé - Teneur en gluten - Partie 4: Détermination du gluten sec à partir du gluten humide par une méthode de séchage rapide (ISO 21415-4:2006)
L'ISO 21415-4:2006 spécifie une méthode rapide de détermination de la teneur en gluten sec à partir du gluten humide obtenu comme spécifié dans l'ISO 21415-1 ou dans l'ISO 21415-2.
La méthode peut également être utilisée pour déterminer la teneur en eau du gluten humide.
Pšenica in pšenična moka - Vsebnost glutena - 4. del: Določevanje suhega glutena iz vlažnega glutena z metodo hitrega sušenja (ISO 21415-4:2006)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 20-Mar-2007
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Sep-2007
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 338 - Cereal and cereal products
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 338 - Cereal and cereal products
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 21-Mar-2007
- Due Date
- 26-Oct-2006
- Completion Date
- 21-Mar-2007
Overview
EN ISO 21415-4:2007 specifies a rapid method for the determination of dry gluten content in wheat and wheat flour. This European Standard, developed by CEN and based on ISO 21415-4:2006, enables laboratories and food producers to efficiently quantify dry gluten by drying a sample of wet gluten using electrically heated drying plates. The method supports precise quality control and compliance with international requirements for cereal and flour analysis. Additionally, it provides a means to determine the moisture content of wet gluten, which is essential for monitoring properties relevant to baking and food production.
Key Topics
Scope
- Applies to wheat and wheat flour
- Focuses on the rapid drying method for measuring dry gluten, obtained via manual or mechanical means as detailed in ISO 21415-1 or ISO 21415-2
- Allows for the determination of both dry gluten content and moisture content in wet gluten
Definitions
- Wet gluten: The hydrated, visco-elastic protein fraction in wheat and wheat flour
- Dry gluten: The residue remaining after water is removed from wet gluten using specified drying conditions
Apparatus
- Electrically heated drying plates (150 °C to 200 °C), coated for anti-adhesion, are required to perform the rapid drying process
- Analytical balance capable of weighing to 0.01 g accuracy
Precision and Repeatability
- Method provides robust repeatability and reproducibility for both manual and mechanical wet gluten preparation methods
- Results from interlaboratory tests demonstrate the suitability of the standard for quality control across different laboratories and operators
Applications
Quality Assurance in Wheat and Flour Processing
- Enables milling and baking industries to consistently monitor gluten content, which is a critical indicator of flour strength and baking performance
- Helps ensure the uniformity of flour batches, supporting product specification and customer requirements
Research and Development
- Provides a standardized approach for analyzing protein fractions during wheat breeding, research, and new product development
- Facilitates comparison of results across institutions and geographic regions
Regulatory Compliance
- Supports food producers in meeting international and European regulatory standards for wheat products
- Useful for trade, import, and export documentation where standardized gluten content reporting is required
Process Optimization
- Assists technical staff and quality managers in identifying trends, optimizing milling conditions, and troubleshooting issues related to dough performance
Related Standards
- ISO 21415-1: Wheat and wheat flour - Gluten content - Part 1: Determination of wet gluten by a manual method
- ISO 21415-2: Wheat and wheat flour - Gluten content - Part 2: Determination of wet gluten by mechanical means
- ISO 21415-3: Wheat and wheat flour - Gluten content - Part 3: Determination of dry gluten from wet gluten by an oven drying method
- ISO 712: Cereals and cereal products - Determination of moisture content - Routine reference method
By adhering to EN ISO 21415-4:2007, organizations in the cereals and milling sector can achieve more reliable, efficient, and internationally recognized methods for gluten content analysis, supporting the production of consistently high-quality wheat and wheat flour products. Use of this standard enhances laboratory efficiency and underpins global trade in wheat-based ingredients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN ISO 21415-4:2007 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Wheat and wheat flour - Gluten content - Part 4: Determination of dry gluten from wet gluten by a rapid drying method (ISO 21415-4:2006)". This standard covers: ISO 21415-4:2006 specifies a rapid method for the determination of the dry gluten content from wet gluten obtained as specified in either ISO 21415-1 or ISO 21415-2. The method can also be used to determine the moisture content of the wet gluten.
ISO 21415-4:2006 specifies a rapid method for the determination of the dry gluten content from wet gluten obtained as specified in either ISO 21415-1 or ISO 21415-2. The method can also be used to determine the moisture content of the wet gluten.
EN ISO 21415-4:2007 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 67.060 - Cereals, pulses and derived products. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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Wheat and wheat flour - Gluten content - Part 4: Determination of dry gluten from wet
gluten by a rapid drying method (ISO 21415-4:2006)
Weizen und Weizenmehl - Glutengehalt - Teil 4: Bestimmung des Trockenglutens aus
Feuchtgluten mittels Schnelltrocknungsverfahren (ISO 21415-4:2006)
Blé et farines de blé - Teneur en gluten - Partie 4: Détermination du gluten sec a partir du
gluten humide par une méthode de séchage rapide (ISO 21415-4:2006)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 21415-4:2007
ICS:
67.060 äLWDVWURþQLFHLQSURL]YRGLL] Cereals, pulses and derived
QMLK products
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EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN ISO 21415-4
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
March 2007
ICS 67.060
English Version
Wheat and wheat flour - Gluten content - Part 4: Determination
of dry gluten from wet gluten by a rapid drying method (ISO
21415-4:2006)
Blé et farines de blé - Teneur en gluten - Partie 4: Weizen und Weizenmehl - Glutengehalt - Teil 4:
Détermination du gluten sec à partir du gluten humide par Bestimmung des Trockenglutens aus Feuchtgluten mittels
une méthode de séchage rapide (ISO 21415-4:2006) Schnelltrocknungsverfahren (ISO 21415-4:2006)
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Foreword
The text of ISO 21415-4:2006 has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 34
"Agricultural food products” of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and has
been taken over as EN ISO 21415-4:2007 by Technical Committee CEN/TC 338 "Cereal and
cereal products", the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of
an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by September 2007, and conflicting national
standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by September 2007.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of
the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium,
Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,
Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United
Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 21415-4:2006 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 21415-4:2007 without any
modifications.
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 21415-4
First edition
2006-05-01
Wheat and wheat flour — Gluten
content —
Part 4:
Determination of dry gluten from wet
gluten by a rapid drying method
Blé et farines de blé — Teneur en gluten —
Partie 4: Détermination du gluten sec à partir du gluten humide par une
méthode de séchage rapide
Reference number
ISO 21415-4:2006(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword. iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions. 1
4 Principle. 1
5 Apparatus . 2
6 Procedure . 2
6.1 Preparation of the drying plates. 2
6.2 Drying wet gluten. 2
7 Calculation and expression of results. 2
7.1 Calculation of the dry gluten content . 2
7.2 Calculation of water content of the wet gluten.3
8 Precision. 3
8.1 Interlaboratory tests . 3
8.2 Repeatability. 3
8.3 Reproducibility. 3
9 Test report . 3
Annex A (normative) Electrically heated drying plates. 4
Annex B (informative) Results of an interlaboratory test. 5
Bibliography . 6
ISO 21415-4:2006(E)
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