What is the NIMA Gluten Sensor and who is it for?

The NIMA Gluten Sensor is a handheld device that detects gluten in food. It is designed for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.

How accurate is the new NIMA Gluten Sensor?

Third-party testing confirms the NIMA Gluten Sensor detects gluten down to 10 ppm with 99% accuracy, exceeding the FDA's 20 ppm threshold for gluten-free labeling.

Where can I buy the NIMA Gluten Sensor and its capsules?

The NIMA Gluten Sensor is available for purchase online. Single-use test capsules are sold separately and can be bought as a six-pack or via subscription.

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New NIMA Sensor Detects Gluten in Minutes

12 Jan

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Summary

The NIMA Gluten Sensor can detect gluten down to 10 ppm.
A single test capsule costs $72 for a six-pack or $61 subscription.
The device connects to a mobile app to save and share results.

New NIMA Sensor Detects Gluten in Minutes

The NIMA Gluten Sensor, a device designed to help individuals with celiac disease identify gluten in food, has been relaunched and is available for purchase as of National Gluten-Free Day. The second-generation sensor offers improved speed and reliability, with third-party testing confirming its ability to detect gluten from wheat, barley, and rye down to 10 ppm with 99% accuracy. This sensitivity is notable as the FDA permits gluten levels up to 20 ppm in products labeled 'gluten-free'.

Each test utilizes a single-use capsule, where a food sample is placed and then processed within the device. In 2 to 3 minutes, an internal camera reads a test strip, displaying results as either a smiley face for gluten-free or a wheat symbol for gluten presence. The device, which charges via USB-C, can perform up to 40 tests per charge and syncs with the NIMA Now mobile app to log results, track safe foods, and share information within a community database.