For over a century, the Cereals & Grains Association (formerly the American Association of Cereal Chemists) has been at the forefront of developing analytical tools that ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency in cereal and grain science. The AACC Approved Methods of Analysis, 11th Edition continues this legacy—now more accessible, dynamic, and user-friendly than ever.
The international experts on our Approved Methods Technical Leadership Committee carefully develop each method, following a comprehensive process of peer-review and validation—ensuring the highest standards of scientific rigor and global compliance.
Professionals around the world rely on our comprehensive collection of collaboratively validated methods to:
- Ensure the quality and safety of food ingredients and products
- Meet regulatory and labeling requirements
- Meet laboratory accreditation requirements
- Facilitate international trade
- Facilitate product development
- Solve practical problems
- Describe and document protocols used in scientific research
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Why Subscribe?
Designed and written for laboratory staff, production line workers, and other professionals involved in developing and producing food ingredients and products, our methods are recognized internationally and are accepted as "gold standard" tools for assessing quality and safety of grains and grain products.
Enhance Accuracy in Every Test
Ensure your lab results are valid, reproducible, and reliable.
Get Comprehensive, Up-to-Date Online Access
Our online-only format means you’re always using the latest methods, automatically updated with the newest enhancements. With one subscription, your entire team has 24/7 site-wide access—no login or password required.
Boost Operational Efficiency
Integrated calculators, visual tools, and downloadable spreadsheets make implementation easier for lab technicians, quality managers, and R&D teams alike.
Leverage International Standards
AACC Approved Methods are recognized by regulatory bodies and trade partners around the globe, and trusted for international trade. Our collection is built on requirements consistent with AOAC International, ISO, AOCS, and the U.S. FDA’s Bacteriological Analytical Manual, and includes methods accepted by the Codex Alimentarius Commission.
Cross-Reference with LPRP
Combine your subscription with the Laboratory Proficiency Rating Program (LPRP) to evaluate lab performance, validate equipment, and monitor technician consistency using high-quality standardized reference samples.
If you're involved in:
- Grain production or processing
- Quality assurance or regulatory compliance
- Product development or ingredient innovation
- Food safety and microbiology
- Scientific research and method development
...then these methods are an essential tool for your team.
What's Inside the 11th Edition?
Subscribers get access to:
- 350+ collaboratively validated methods in printer-friendly PDFs—including collaborative study reports
- Color images, audio PowerPoints, and instructional videos to enhance method comprehension
- Spreadsheets and built-in calculators for real-time lab use
- Up-to-date supplier information for specialized reagents and equipment
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Join thousands of professionals around the world who rely on the AACC Approved Methods of Analysis to drive precision, safety, and innovation in our industry!
We offer flexible licensing options for:
- Companies of all sizes—from startups to multinational operations
- Academic and government institutions
- Independent consultants (individual licenses available)
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