SET 1: Panel selection (ISO12219-7:2017, annex G)
For odour panels, it is important to have panelists with a normal olfactory function. This set of sniffing sticks is made for panel selection using 5 standard odorants in accordance with ISO 12219-7:2017, annex G.
Odorants
Odorant
Odour character
Skatole
faecal, pigsty
3-Methylbutyric acid (Isovaleric acid)
sweaty
2-Phenylethanol
rose, flowery
Methyl cyclophentenolone
spicy, "Maggi", burnt
y-Undeacelactone
peach
In addition to the listed odorants, the set also contains an odour-free reference stick.
General Instructions
This set of sniffing sticks consists of
- 6 sniffing sticks
- 1 eye mask to blindfold the panelist during the test
- detailed test instructions
The stability of the sticks is 6 months. A very regular use of the sticks might reduce the time of usability.
