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A fast semi-quantitative screening for cocoa content in chocolates using MALDI-MSI

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Author(s):
de Oliveira, Diogo N. [1] ; Camargo, Ana C. B. [1] ; Melo, Carlos F. O. R. [1] ; Catharino, Rodrigo R. [1]
Total Authors: 4
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Estadual Campinas, Sch Pharmaceut Sci, Innovare Biomarkers Lab, BR-13083877 Campinas, SP - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 1
Document type: Journal article
Source: Food Research International; v. 103, p. 8-11, JAN 2018.
Web of Science Citations: 0
Abstract

Chocolate is a popular food bearing a number of different classifications that are differentiated by proportions of cocoa solids, milk and cocoa butter. Literature brings evidence that chocolates with a high percentage of cocoa solids contribute to good health maintenance due to the presence of phenolic compounds. On the other hand, it is known that the productive process, including pre-processing, may influence the level of these substances in the finished product. Thus, accurate strategies to measure the levels of this class of molecules that can be highly adaptable throughout the manufacturing process are important to ensure high-quality products. Mass spectrometry is an analytical tool of high sensitivity and specificity that is leading the research in food analysis towards new directions. By using mass spectrometry imaging in direct food analysis, this contribution developed an effective methodology for comparatively establishing the levels of catechin/epicatechin as phenolics content markers for cocoa content in a series of commercial chocolates from a single manufacturer, rendering a versatile tool that can be applied in fast screening of cocoa content in finished products and during manufacturing. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 14/00084-2 - Identification of adulterations and simultaneous determination of nutrients and contaminants in food using direct analysis mass spectrometry and imaging
Grantee:Diogo Noin de Oliveira
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate
FAPESP's process: 14/21791-9 - Evaluation of cocoa level as a parameter of quality in chocolates by direct analysis in mass spectrometry and imaging
Grantee:Ana Carolina Bueno Camargo
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Scientific Initiation
FAPESP's process: 11/50400-0 - Mitochondrial energy metabolism, redox state and functionality in cell death and cardiometabolic and neurodegenerative disorders
Grantee:Aníbal Eugênio Vercesi
Support Opportunities: Research Projects - Thematic Grants
FAPESP's process: 15/06809-1 - Determination of chemical markers in various bovine products using mass spectrometry
Grantee:Rodrigo Ramos Catharino
Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants
FAPESP's process: 16/17066-2 - Metabolomics and lipidomics the Zika virus, from mosquitoes to the patient
Grantee:Carlos Fernando Odir Rodrigues Melo
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate