New standard for roasted coffee in Brazil comes into force and the industry is already getting ready

Since January 1st, the classification standards for roasted coffee sold in Brazil established by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, based on Ordinance No. 570, have been in force. The classification met a demand presented by the sector and with the official standard defined, the inspection body will be able to verify and control the quality, the hygienic-sanitary conditions and the identity of the products offered to the consumers, which can even increase the consumption and the exportation of the product. coffee. Among the changes, some can be noticed directly by the consumer, as they will be displayed on the packaging: the type of coffee, the roasting point and the denomination “out of type” in case the product fails to reach the minimum standards of caffeine, aqueous extract and the overall quality score of the sensory analysis established by the Ordinance. Strictly speaking, what is sought is the guarantee of the quality of the roasted coffee for all types of coffees. ...