COMMODITIES CLASSIFICATIONS
GSK INVESTMENTS Adopts International Grading Standards
GSK INVESTMENTS rigorously grades commodities according to international standards, which are in line with the specific requirements of the regions we operate in, including Africa, Europe, Asia, and America. These standards detail the requirements, sampling methods, and test procedures for a variety of grains.
In our commitment to quality and consistency, we strictly adhere to these international parameters, ensuring our commodities like white maize and mixed-beans meet the highest standards. This approach not only ensures quality but also facilitates smoother trade across different markets, respecting the unique guidelines of each region we serve.
Maize Grain Quality Standards
| Item | Material Characteristics | Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Maize Grain | Total aflatoxin, ppb, max | 5 |
| Maize Grain | Aflatoxin B1, ppb, Max | 5 |
| Maize Grain | Fumonism, ppb, Max | 2 |
| Maize Grain | Don, ppb, Max | 0.2 |
| Maize Grain | Ochratoxin, ppb, Max | 0.5 |
| Maize Grain | Total defective grains, % m/m, Max | 4.6 |
| Maize Grain | Broken kernels, % m/m, Max | 2 |
| Maize Grain | Rotten and diseased grains, % m/m, Max | 2 |
| Maize Grain | Immature and shriveled grains, % m/m, Max | 1 |
| Maize Grain | Pest damaged grains, % m/m, Max | 1 |
| Maize Grain | Discolored grains, % m/m, Max | 0.5 |
| Maize Grain | Inorganic matter, % m/m, Max | 0.25 |
| Maize Grain | Filth, % m/m, Max | 0.1 |
| Maize Grain | Foreign matter, % m/m, Max | 0.5 |
| Maize Grain | Toxic or Noxious seeds - Max in 1kg crotalia (crotalia spp) jimson weed (datura spp) castor bean (Ricinus communis L.) Corn cockle (Agrostemma githago L.) Mexican Poppy (Argemone Mexicana) Cocklebul1b (Xanium species) Field bindweed (Convolvulus spp) Darnel Ryegrass (Lolium Temulentum.) Morning Glory (Ipoema purpurea) Any other seeds which are commonly recognized as harmful to heath | 0 |
| Maize Grain | Cadium, mg/kg, Max | 0.1 |
| Maize Grain | Lead, mg/kg, Max | 0.2 |
| Maize Grain | Pesticide residues, mg/kg, Max | 0.01 |
| Maize Grain | Radioactive residues/ Elements | Nil |
Soybean Specifications
| Item | Material Characteristic | Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Soybean | Moisture % Max | 14 |
| Soybean | Heat damaged soybeans % m/m Max | 0.2 |
| Soybean | Total foreign matters | 2 |
| Soybean | Contrasting colours, % m/m, Max | 3 |
| Soybean | Diseased (rotten and mouldy) soybean, % m/m, Max | 0.5 |
| Soybean | Total Aflatoxin, ppb, Max | 5 |
| Soybean | Crude proteins, %m/m, Min | 34 |
| Soybean | Total defective grains, % m/m, Max | 3 |
| Soybean | Pest damaged soybeans, % m/m, Max | 0.3 |
| Soybean | Split/broken/ soybeans, % m/m, Max | 1 |
| Soybean | Inorganic matter, % m/m Max | 0.1 |
| Soybean | Immature and shriveled soybeans, % m/m Max | 0.2 |
| Soybean | Other edible grains, % m/m, Max | 0.2 |
| Soybean | Filth, % m/m, Max | 0.1 |
| Soybean | Fumonisin, ppm, Max | 2 |
| Soybean | Live insects | Nil |
| Soybean | DON, ppm, Max | 0.2 |
| Soybean | Cadmium (Cd), mg/kg, Max | 0.1 |
| Soybean | Lead(PB), mg/kg, Max | 0.2 |
| Soybean | Pesticide residues, mg/kg, Max | 0.01 |
| Soybean | Radioactive residues/Elements | Nil |
