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UMF™ Certificate: Batch ID: #MM281/23
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24.5+
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Official UMF™ Certificate
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Sample ID: MM281/23
281/23
Country of Origin
New Zealand
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This batch (Sample ID 281/23) from New Zealand Honey Co. Limited was independently tested by Analytica Laboratories Ltd in New Zealand and carries a UMF grade of 24.5 — a high UMF that signals strong manuka-specific activity. The laboratory found Methylglyoxal (MGO) at 1,160 mg/kg; MGO is the compound most commonly used to indicate antibacterial strength in manuka honey, and higher MGO numbers reflect stronger antibacterial activity. DHA (dihydroxyacetone) is the natural precursor that converts into MGO over time, so MGO and DHA levels together help explain a honey’s potency as it matures. Leptosperin was measured at 1,000 mg/kg, a botanical marker that supports the honey’s genuine manuka origin. With MGO well above 500, this is a high-strength honey often chosen where stronger antibacterial properties are preferred — for advanced skin and beauty uses, wound-care-adjacent topical routines, or as a premium choice in higher-level wellness or immunity-supporting regimens. New Zealand Honey Co. Limited offers this lab-certified, premium manuka for shoppers who want a potent, well-documented product.
In short: UMF 24.5, MGO 1,160 mg/kg, Leptosperin 1,000 mg/kg — a high-strength, lab-tested manuka from Analytica Laboratories Ltd (New Zealand), ideal when you want a premium, antibacterial-forward honey.
This certification confirms the authenticity and quality of your Mānuka honey purchase.
All testing performed by independent, accredited laboratories.
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Mānuka Honey FAQ
Why is this honey so expensive?
It’s harvested in remote areas of New Zealand and undergoes rigorous independent testing for quality, purity, and potency — all of which adds cost. Rarity and global demand also play a role.
The colour of my honey looks different. Why?
Colour can vary naturally by batch and region. It doesn’t indicate strength or efficacy; a high-MGO honey can be light, and a lower-MGO honey can be dark and visa-versa.
My honey is too hard/runny. What’s wrong?
Temperature affects viscosity. To soften, leave it somewhere warm. To firm, chill in the fridge briefly.
This Mānuka Honey tastes bitter — is it off?
High-grade Mānuka can taste bold or slightly bitter due to potent bioactive compounds. Honey doesn’t spoil in the usual sense; gentle warming can reverse crystallisation.
How is Mānuka honey different from regular honey?
Mānuka contains higher levels of methylglyoxal (MGO) and carries a UMF™ rating based on independent lab tests of key markers.
New Zealand Honey Co. is committed to complete transparency. Sourced from hives across New Zealand’s rugged, untouched landscapes, the honey is UMF™ certified, fully traceable back to the hive, and free from GMOs, glyphosate residue, antibiotics, or additives.
The company follows a simple principle: nature is best preserved in its purest form.
