Cobb–Unger oil absorbance test for paper and board

In this absorption test, castor oil is used to evaluate the oil absorbance of a paper or board product.

During the analysis, oil is applied on top of the sample with an L&W Cobb sizing tester, and the mass of oil absorbed by a set period is expressed as grams per square meter (g/m2).

The Cobb-Unger test is often performed to assess whether the material is suitable for use as packaging for oily foodstuff.

Suitable sample matrices
Paper and board
Required sample quantity
Two A4 sheets
Typical turnaround time
2 weeks after receiving the samples
Available quality systems
Accredited testing laboratory
Standard

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Price per sample (Excl. VAT):
84 €

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