oSIST prEN ISO 10519:2026
(Main)Rapeseed - Determination of chlorophyll content - Spectrometric method (ISO/FDIS 10519:2026)
General Information
- Abstract
ISO 10519:2015 specifies a spectrometric method for the determination of the chlorophyll content of rapeseed. It is not applicable to the determination of chlorophyll in oils.
- Status
- Not Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 30-Jul-2026
- Technical Committee
- KŽP - Agricultural food products
- Current Stage
- 4020 - Public enquire (PE) (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 11-Jun-2026
- Due Date
- 29-Oct-2026
- Completion Date
- 03-Aug-2026
Overview
oSIST prEN ISO 10519:2026: Rapeseed – Determination of chlorophyll content – Spectrometric method sets out a standardized procedure for analyzing the chlorophyll content in rapeseed using spectrometric techniques. Developed by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST) and aligned with ISO/FDIS 10519:2026, this standard ensures consistent and accurate measurement of chlorophyll, a key quality parameter affecting the processing and end-use of rapeseed. It is important to note that this method is specific to rapeseed and does not apply to the determination of chlorophyll in oils.
Key Topics
- Spectrometric Method: Defines the use of spectrometric analysis to quantify chlorophyll in rapeseed, providing guidance on extraction, measurement, and result calculation.
- Sample Preparation: Outlines how to prepare representative and impurity-free samples, including reduction of moisture to preserve chlorophyll pigments.
- Apparatus and Reagents: Specifies laboratory equipment and recognized analytical-grade reagents required for precise and repeatable results.
- Testing Procedure:
- Weighing, grinding, and solvent extraction of the sample
- Filtration to obtain a clear extract
- Measurement of absorbance at specified wavelengths (665 nm, with corrections using 625 nm and 705 nm)
- Expression of Results: Details calculations and units (mg/kg) for clear reporting of chlorophyll content.
- Precision and Reporting: Summarizes interlaboratory test results, repeatability, reproducibility, and mandatory elements for comprehensive test reports.
Applications
Implementing oSIST prEN ISO 10519:2026 offers practical benefits across the rapeseed supply chain:
- Quality Control in Seed Trading and Processing: Chlorophyll content affects rapeseed color, quality, and suitability for oil extraction. Reliable testing ensures only high-quality seeds enter further processing.
- Food and Feed Safety: Accurate measurement helps ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards, supporting product safety and consistency.
- Laboratory Accreditation: Provides a validated reference method for laboratories involved in oilseed testing, supporting accreditation and traceability.
- Research and Breeding: Useful for seed breeders and agronomists needing standardized data on chlorophyll levels for variety comparison and agronomic trials.
- Compliance and Auditing: Helps processors and exporters comply with contractual requirements and demonstrate adherence to international trading standards.
Related Standards
- ISO 648: Laboratory glassware – Single-volume pipettes: For accurate solvent measurement in extraction.
- ISO 664: Oilseeds – Reduction of laboratory sample to test sample: Procedures for representative sample preparation.
- ISO 665: Oilseeds – Determination of moisture and volatile matter content: Essential for dry matter correction in chlorophyll determination.
- ISO 542: Oilseeds – Sampling: Recommends methods to obtain truly representative samples.
- ISO 5725:1986: Precision of test methods – Determination of repeatability and reproducibility: Cited for evaluating the precision of analytical methods.
Practical Value
By following oSIST prEN ISO 10519:2026, laboratories, processors, and quality managers can achieve:
- Consistent, repeatable measurements for accurate chlorophyll assessment in rapeseed
- Enhanced traceability and comparability of test results at national and international levels
- Improved quality assurance and regulatory compliance in the oilseed industry
- Efficient workflow integration, thanks to detailed procedural guidance and reference to supporting test methods
Adopting this standard underpins the integrity and competitiveness of rapeseed producers and marketers, driving quality in both domestic and export markets.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 08-Apr-2026
- Effective Date
- 08-Apr-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
oSIST prEN ISO 10519:2026 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Rapeseed - Determination of chlorophyll content - Spectrometric method (ISO/FDIS 10519:2026)". This standard covers: ISO 10519:2015 specifies a spectrometric method for the determination of the chlorophyll content of rapeseed. It is not applicable to the determination of chlorophyll in oils.
ISO 10519:2015 specifies a spectrometric method for the determination of the chlorophyll content of rapeseed. It is not applicable to the determination of chlorophyll in oils.
oSIST prEN ISO 10519:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 67.200.20 - Oilseeds. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
oSIST prEN ISO 10519:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN ISO 10519:2015/A1:2025, SIST EN ISO 10519:2015. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
oSIST prEN ISO 10519:2026 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-2026
Seme oljne repice - Določevanje klorofila - Spektrometrijska metoda (ISO/FDIS
10519:2026)
Rapeseed - Determination of chlorophyll content - Spectrometric method (ISO/FDIS
10519:2026)
Rapssamen - Bestimmung des Chlorophyllgehaltes - Spektrometrisches Verfahren
(ISO/FDIS 10519:2026)
Graines de colza - Détermination de la teneur en chlorophylle - Méthode
spectrométrique (ISO/FDIS 10519:2026)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN ISO 10519
ICS:
67.200.20 Oljnice Oilseeds
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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ISO/FDIS 10519:2026(en)
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 1
5 Reagent . 1
6 Apparatus . 2
7 Sampling . 2
8 Preparation of test sample . 3
9 Procedure . 3
9.1 Test portions .3
9.2 Extraction .3
9.3 Determination .3
10 Expression of results . 4
11 Precision . 4
11.1 Repeatability .4
11.2 Reproducibility .4
12 Test report . 4
Annex A (informative) Results of interlaboratory test . 6
Annex B (informative) Preparation of the calibration curve to determine the k factor . 7
Bibliography . 9
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ISO/FDIS 10519:2026(en)
Foreword
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— Annex B “Preparation of the calibration curve to determine the k factor” has been added.
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FINAL DRAFT International Standard ISO/FDIS 10519:2026(en)
Rapeseed — Determination of chlorophyll content —
Spectrometric method
1 Scope
This document specifies a spectrometric method for the determination of the chlorophyll content of
rapeseed. It is not applicable to the determination of chlorophyll in oils.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content constitutes
requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references,
the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 648, Laboratory glassware — Single-volume pipettes
ISO 664, Oilseeds — Reduction of laboratory sample to test sample
ISO 665, Oilseeds — Determination of moisture and volatile matter content
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
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3.1
chlorophyll content
mass fraction of substances in the sample contributing to the absorption band at a wavelength near 665 nm,
measured as chlorophyll A
Note 1 to entry: The chlorophyll conten
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