Determination of Ca, K, and Na in Soft Drinks Using MP-AES

Soft drinks are among the most common beverages consumed in the United States with 50% of young adults drinking one or more per day. To adhere to the regulations issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the calcium and sodium content of packaged food and beverages must be accurately reported. These labeling requirements, alongside the demand for soft drinks, demonstrate the need for effective methods for analyses.

Download this application note to discover an alternative, FDA-compliant method for assessing calcium, sodium and potassium content that is:

• Capable of handling complex sample matrices
• Fast and cost-effective 
• Efficient in routine quality control