Maharashtra
Product Name | Honey |
Source | Nectar from flowers processed by bees |
Color | Light amber, golden, dark amber, or brown (varies by type) |
Consistency | Thick, viscous liquid |
Density | 1.36 g/cm³ (at 20°C) |
Moisture Content | 17-20% |
pH | 3.5 - 5.5 (acidic) |
Taste | Sweet, with floral or fruity undertones (varies by source) |
Odor | Sweet, aromatic, and floral scent |
Viscosity | 2000 - 10000 mPa·s (temperature-dependent) |
Sugar Content | 70-80% (fructose, glucose, and sucrose) |
Water Activity (aw) | 0.5 - 0.6 |
HMF Content | Less than 40 mg/kg (fresh honey) |
Ash Content | 0.02 - 0.8% |
Impurities | Free from visible impurities |
Foreign Matter | Absent (pure honey) |