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Ash

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Ash is the inorganic residue used in proximate food analysis, not a single compound. [1]

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A conceptual grouping, not a molecular structure. This reporting category contains multiple components or represents a calculated quantity.
Original Bitameans conceptual/fallback artwork; not a chemical structure. Source · Reuse terms
Source check: 2026-09-13 · No scientific editorial review.

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105 foods with data 1 not reported, excluded from ranking

Dried oregano
Dried oregano.
7.87 g
Cumin seed
Cumin seed spice.
7.62 g
Ground turmeric
Ground turmeric spice.
7.08 g
Pumpkin seeds
Dried pumpkin/squash seed kernels, without shells.
4.78 g
Black pepper
Black pepper spice.
4.49 g
Sesame seeds
Whole dried sesame seeds.
4.45 g
Chia seeds
Chia seeds, dry, raw.
4.373 g
Flaxseed
Flaxseed; source does not specify grinding.
3.72 g
Cheddar cheese
Cheddar cheese; sodium reflects the source product.
3.67 g
Queso fresco
Solid queso fresco cheese, USDA record; not a measurement of every Costa Rican fresh cheese.
3.418 g
Canned sardines
Atlantic sardines canned in oil, drained solids with bone.
3.38 g
Sunflower seeds
Raw sunflower seed kernels.
3.313 g

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Identity and structure sources

USDA FoodData Central: Foundation Foods Documentation · Accessed 2026-09-13

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