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HMF Value (Hydroxymethylfurfural)
The HMF value measures the concentration of hydroxymethylfurfural in honey, a chemical compound that forms during heating and prolonged storage. EU regulation permits a maximum of 40 mg/kg, while the stricter German DIB standard limits it to 15 mg/kg. A low HMF value indicates that honey has been carefully processed and stored.
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