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UMF™ Certificate: Batch ID: #23PB-S00081
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24.8+
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Official UMF™ Certificate
This is the official UMF Certificate for the jar you have purchased.
Sample ID: 23PB-S00081
23PB-S00081
Country of Origin
New Zealand
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This batch from New Zealand Honey Co. Limited (Sample ID 23PB-S00081) is a premium UMF product: the UMF grade is 24.8, which places it in the higher end of certified manuka honey. The laboratory results from Hills Lab, New Zealand show Methylglyoxal (MGO) at 1,186 mg/kg — MGO is the compound most commonly used to indicate manuka’s non-peroxide antibacterial strength, so a number this high means the honey has strong antibacterial activity. Leptosperin is 670 mg/kg, a botanical marker used to confirm genuine manuka origin. DHA (dihydroxyacetone) is the natural precursor that converts in the hive to MGO and is often measured alongside MGO, though a DHA value isn’t listed here. Independent testing by Hills Lab gives you confidence in the grade and origin; overall, this high-UMF, high-MGO honey from New Zealand Honey Co. Limited is well suited where stronger antibacterial activity is desired — for example high-strength skincare and beauty uses, advanced topical care, or for people choosing a powerful manuka option for daily wellness and food/supplement use.
In short: UMF 24.8 with MGO 1,186 mg/kg (Leptosperin 670 mg/kg) — a high-strength, genuine manuka honey tested by Hills Lab, New Zealand, ideal when stronger antibacterial activity is wanted.
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.
