ISO 8586:2023Published

Sensory analysis — Selection and training of sensory assessors

Analyse sensorielle — Sélection et entraînement des sujets sensoriels

Abstract / scope

This document specifies criteria for the selection of and procedures for the training of trained sensory assessors and expert sensory assessors for food and beverages, as well as home and personal care products.

It is applicable to all industries concerned with the evaluation of products by the sense organs.

This document supplements the information given in ISO 6658.

Life cycle

Replaces

ISO 8586:2012WithdrawnSensory analysis — General guidelines for the selection, training and monitoring of selected assessors and expert sensory assessorsInternational Standard · Published 14 Dec 2012 · ISO/TC 34/SC 12