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Difference From Control Testing (DFC)

Difference From Control Testing (DFC)

Difference from Control Testing, also known as DFC, is the jack-of-all-trades for sensory testing. DFC is a method that can be used for Difference testing, Product Development, and Quality testing. DFC is a rapid sensory quality test that relies on qualified tasters evaluating the test product, in comparison to the Control product. The same test format can be applied to all product categories, including non-food and personal care products.


Quality

Quality

Quality test methods are used to evaluate a product based on its sensory attributes and overall consumer perception to ensure it meets certain standards of excellence and consistency. These methods provide a consumer-centric assessment of product quality, ensure consistency and adherence to quality standards and drive continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. Examples include, but are not limited to, Shelf Life, Degree of Difference,

Difference from Control, In/Out, etc.

Quality test methods are used to evaluate a product based on its key attributes to ensure it meets specific standards of excellence for consistency. These methods provide an internal assessment of the product quality to adhere to quality standards and achieve customer satisfaction. Examples include, but are not limited to, Shelf-Life, Degree of Difference, Difference from Control, and In & Out methods.