We have prepared an opportunity for everyone to view our analytical instruments in Kamisu City, Ibaraki Prefecture, and Tokai City, Aichi Prefecture. This time, we will exhibit the instruments at the venue, allowing you to see them in person while conducting sample measurements. Additionally, we will hold a basic lecture including the principles of NIR analysis once in the morning and once in the afternoon, as well as a presentation of about 30 minutes based on case studies of inline instruments. ■ Overview of the Open House Kamisu Venue: April 19 (Wednesday) Tokai Venue: April 27 (Thursday) Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM ■ Exhibited Instruments: - Profos 2 - NIR DS3 - InfraTech NOVA - Soxhlet 8000

We would like to inform you about the order and shipping operations during the GW period as follows. Please download the PDF to check the schedule. ■ Regarding Orders You can place orders anytime at the FOSS WEBSHOP. Inventory will be prioritized. https://www.myfoss.com/ja-jp Please specify your desired delivery date when placing an order. ■ Regarding Customer Support For any malfunctions or issues during the holiday period, we will accept inquiries via email or voicemail. Please provide details such as "Model Name," "Serial No.," "Symptoms," and "Contact Person." Our customer support will contact you in the order of receipt. E-Mail: service@foss.co.jp Contact: 03-5962-4811 Reception Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

We recently held a webinar at Foss Japan to introduce the latest model of the Soxhlet extraction device, Soxtec, which has quickly realized the automation of the Soxhlet method worldwide, as well as to discuss important points regarding lipid quantification using similar devices. Thank you to everyone who participated! [Content] Introduction of the solvent extraction device ST8000 and important points for lipid quantification. If you would like the materials from the day or wish to see a demonstration, please feel free to contact us.

Since its launch in May 2013, the MeatMaster2 has taken the world by storm. The largest markets are the United States, EMEA, Australia, New Zealand, and South America. In Brazil, there was a historic order of 10 MM 2 units in January. In recent years, sales have also been growing in the Asian region. In 2021, we received our first order for MeatMaster2 in China, and in 2022, we sold our first MeatMaster2 in Japan and the Philippines. In Africa, MeatMaster2 has been installed in South Africa and Namibia. In this way, MeatMaster2 has achieved global success. We have now surpassed 500 units ordered! We would like to express our gratitude and appreciation to everyone who contributed to the success of MeatMaster2, to those who chose our equipment, and to all users for this historic achievement. (January 2023: Poul Erik Simonsen, FOSS Meat Product Manager)

We held the third wine seminar this time. In November of last year, FOSS launched the new FTIR wine analysis device, OenoFoss2, which is the fourth model from the company. This compact and easy-to-use device enables rapid analysis and can be utilized for a wide range of component measurements, from grape growth conditions to aged wines, and its adoption is already progressing in various countries. We introduced the features and measurement items of OenoFoss2 while operating the actual device, and this year, as a new initiative, we set aside time to introduce daily maintenance for our long-time users of WineScanSO2 and OenoFoss. Thank you for your participation! If you would like the materials from the day or a demonstration, please feel free to contact us.

"Analysis equipment for grape juice and wine to be shared for improving the quality of Yoichi-produced products" Digital article published on January 18, 2023 This initiative aims to enhance quality using scientifically-based data in Yoichi, Hokkaido! If you are interested, please access the Hokkaido Shimbun.

This time, FOSS Japan Co., Ltd. held an online study session for our distributors to assist in their sales activities. ■ Session 1: "Measurement of Dietary Fiber and Lipids in Food" ■ Session 2: "Kjeldahl Method and Dumas Method for Official Method Analysis" ■ Session 3: "Case Studies and Future Possibilities of NIR Devices" Thank you very much to all the distributors who participated. FOSS Japan will continue to hold seminars regularly in the future. Additionally, we also accept requests for individual study sessions. We can accommodate changes in organization timing, as well as responses tailored to specific industries and themes, so please feel free to contact us if you have any requests.

We pray for the souls of those who have passed away due to the novel coronavirus infection, and we sincerely express our sympathies to the patients who have been affected. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the medical professionals engaged in the treatment of this infection, as well as to all those who are working to maintain the daily lives of citizens. At Foss Japan, we prioritize the safety and health of our customers, business partners, and employees, and since April 2020, we have implemented various infection control measures. We have compiled the details in the attached file, and we would appreciate it if you could take a look. 【Contact Information】 Email service@foss.co.jp (Inquiries regarding equipment operation, use, and maintenance) info@foss.co.jp (Other inquiries) Phone 03-5962-4811 We continue to appreciate your support.

At FOS Japan, as a director of the Rapid Research Association, I contribute to the improvement and development of hygiene management techniques using rapid testing methods in Japan's food sanitation management. We will hold the 47th lecture titled "The Contemporary Significance of Rapid Testing" on February 15 (Wednesday) at the Tsukishima Social Education Center in Tokyo. We sincerely look forward to your participation. ■ Date and Time: February 15, 2023 (Wednesday) Doors open at 12:00 PM, Starts at 1:00 PM ■ Venue: Tsukishima Social Education Center (4-1-1 Tsukishima, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 104-0052, Tsukishima Community Center) ■ Capacity: 100 people in the venue / 100 people viewing via web (Zoom) ■ Registration: https://onl.bz/xyRMA6K *For detailed programs and registration methods, please download the PDF.

We would like to inform you that our company will be integrating the invoices and delivery notes, which have previously been sent as separate documents, into a single format called "Invoice and Delivery Note." This initiative is part of our efforts for environmental protection (resource reduction) and operational efficiency, and it aligns with the global guidelines of FOSS, a company headquartered in Denmark, to promote the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). All the information that has been included in the traditional invoices and delivery notes will be carried over to the new Invoice and Delivery Note format. Starting from December of this year, we plan to gradually change the format as soon as the system is ready. We understand that this may cause some inconvenience, and we kindly ask for your understanding in this matter. ■■ Inquiries ■■ - Email For inquiries regarding equipment operation, usage, and maintenance: service@foss.co.jp For other inquiries: info@foss.co.jp - Phone number 03-5962-4811 (Weekdays 9 AM - 5 PM)

Foss Japan has recently launched an Instagram site dedicated to wine analysis equipment! We will regularly share information about analysis and overseas trends. If you're interested, please be sure to follow us. https://www.instagram.com/fossjapan_wine/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D

Newly launched as the successor to OenoFoss, which is loved by various wineries in Europe and North America! The manual dripping method of the previous model has been changed to an automatic suction function, and the operation screen has also been made built-in. In addition to the applications of the previous model, new component items have been added, visualizing the subtle changes in wine fermentation. For inquiries, please contact Foss Japan at 03-5962-4811 or info@foss.co.jp.

We would like to express our congratulations on the continued prosperity of your company. We are also deeply grateful for your exceptional support. Regarding the matter at hand, our company reviewed product prices in 2021; however, since then, costs such as raw materials, labor, and transportation have fluctuated. We have been striving to absorb these costs through operational efficiency and cost reduction. However, as you are aware, due to the surge in raw material prices and disruptions in transportation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the situation in Ukraine, it has become difficult to absorb the increase in procurement costs solely through the efficiency of sales activities and logistics operations. Therefore, we regret to inform you that we must revise our product prices. We kindly ask for your understanding of the circumstances. ■ Products subject to price revision: Equipment, reagents, consumables, parts, some service fees, maintenance contracts ■ Implementation date of price revision: Maintenance contracts from the renewal on January 1, 2023 Equipment, reagents, consumables, and parts from orders received on April 1, 2023 Service fees from services conducted after April 1, 2023 * For the revised service fee schedule, please contact our company.

This seminar has been structured to focus on the "Basic Principles of NIR," which is a topic that many have expressed interest in over the years. Additionally, we hope to provide insights into the possibilities of food analysis using near-infrared devices by introducing the solutions we can offer at Foss. In the demonstration, we shared a video analyzing processed products available in the market. We hope that by confirming the actual measurement time and accuracy, you can consider this as one of the improvement proposals for conventional analysis operations. If you would like the materials from the day or have any requests regarding the demonstration, please feel free to contact us. ---------------- 03-5962-4811 info@foss.co.jp ----------------

---------------------------------------------------------- New Possibilities for Rapid Screening of Samples in Sample Preparation and Quality Control ---------------------------------------------------------- In the food industry, the demand for measuring new sample types containing unknown ingredients is increasing due to the shift towards more innovative products such as additive-free foods, supplement products, new ingredients, and vegan alternatives. We spoke with Timothy Lam, Global Technical Manager of the Food Chemistry Division at the major contract analysis firm ALS, who is a global leader in laboratory testing, about the challenges facing today's inspection industry. For more details on the article, please download the PDF below!

We pray for the souls of those who have passed away due to the novel coronavirus infection, and we sincerely extend our sympathies to the patients who have been affected. We also express our heartfelt gratitude to the healthcare professionals engaged in the treatment of this infection, as well as to all those who are working to maintain the daily lives of citizens. At Foss Japan, we prioritize the safety and health of our customers, business partners, and employees, and since April 2020, we have implemented various infection control measures. We have compiled the details in the attached file, and we would appreciate it if you could take a look. 【Contact Information】 Email service@foss.co.jp (Inquiries regarding equipment operation, use, and maintenance) info@foss.co.jp (Other inquiries) Phone 03-5962-4811 We look forward to your continued support.

The Keltec series has been used worldwide for many years. This summer, the launch of the latest model, Keltec 9, has finally begun!! The Keltec series retains its characteristic patented SAfE function, which reduces the exothermic reaction of strong acids and alkalis at the start of distillation. The KT9 is also compatible with digital services, allowing measurement results to be checked from anywhere via internet connection, and comparisons with NIR device measurement results can now be done on the same PC. Since data management can be done without intermediaries, it also excels in safety! Please consider the Keltec 9 at this opportunity!

In this webinar, we introduced and demonstrated the latest milk component measurement device, Milkoscan FT3, as well as the bacterial count and somatic cell count measurement device, BacSomatic. This is the second installment of the webinar series that was held in February and received positive feedback. Since its release in 2020, the Milkoscan FT3 has achieved sales of 500 units within a year due to its advanced features. Additionally, the BacSomatic is rapidly gaining popularity as an alternative method for raw milk testing in production sites and for incoming raw milk inspections at dairy factories. We feel that there is growing anticipation for both devices as next-generation solutions to address challenges faced by dairy factories, such as improving inspection efficiency, reducing labor, lowering costs associated with testing, and advancing towards smart factories. We are pleased to reintroduce the content that was well-received at last year's Milkoscan FT3 seminar, and this time we have planned a program that includes the BacSomatic as well. We hope to be of assistance as a solution that looks ahead to improvements in raw milk testing, manufacturing management, and quality inspection. Customers who wish to see actual demonstrations or have any inquiries are welcome to contact us freely.

Recently, Foss Japan held an exhibition of analytical instruments and a basic NIR course in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. This time, we prepared an opportunity to display the instruments at the venue and conduct demonstration measurements while attendees could actually see the devices. ■ Displayed Instruments: NIRS DS3 (DS2500): Near-infrared component measurement device for powders and semi-solids ProFoss 2: Inline near-infrared component measurement device for grains, feed, and dairy products NIRS DA1650: Near-infrared component measurement device for grains and feed InfraTech NOVA: Near-infrared component measurement device for grain kernels Soxtec 8000: Rapid Soxhlet extraction measurement device Kjeltec 9 Analyzer: Automatic distillation titration device for Kjeldahl (NEW!!)

All dietary fibers, applicable to all enzymatic methods for soluble and insoluble dietary fibers, can also be used for sample processing for colorimetric analysis and chromatographic analysis. ■ Complies with official methods ■ Compatible with Prosky method and HPLC method ■ Simultaneous rapid filtration of 6 samples ■ Elimination of time and effort The phrase "Dietary fiber XXg" or "Let's regulate our stomach with dietary fiber" has become increasingly visible in various places due to health consciousness. Seaweeds, mushrooms, and vegetables have long been recognized as foods high in dietary fiber, but in recent years, new soluble dietary fibers, such as resistant starch, which do not affect taste or texture, have also been widely used in processed foods and beverages. Dietary fiber analysis requires simulating human digestion through physicochemical analysis, resulting in residual precipitates, which has historically given the impression that "the analysis process is complex and time-consuming." Samples must always be prepared in pairs, with one residual used for ash measurement and the other for protein measurement, making it a challenging analysis for testers. The FiberTech 1023 system is an analytical device designed to reduce these labor efforts and conduct efficient analyses. For more details, please check the product page.

We would like to express our heartfelt congratulations on your continued prosperity. We sincerely thank you for your exceptional support. Now, we are pleased to announce that our company will celebrate the 66th anniversary of FOSS on July 2, 2022. This achievement is entirely due to the generous support and warm encouragement from all of you, for which we are truly grateful. We will strive to further improve our services from this point onward. We look forward to your continued patronage in the future.

We pray for the souls of those who have passed away due to the novel coronavirus and sincerely extend our sympathies to the patients who have been infected. We also express our heartfelt gratitude to the healthcare professionals engaged in the treatment of this infectious disease, as well as to all those who are working to maintain the citizens' daily lives. At Foss Japan, we prioritize the safety and health of our customers, business partners, and employees, and since April 2020, we have implemented various infection control measures. We have compiled the details in the attached file, and we would appreciate it if you could take a look. 【Contact Information】 Email service@foss.co.jp (Inquiries regarding equipment operation, use, and maintenance) info@foss.co.jp (Other inquiries) Phone 03-5962-4811 Fax 03-5962-4812 We look forward to your continued support.

We have held a remote product presentation (second edition) at Foss Japan Co., Ltd. to assist your sales activities. ■ Session 1: "Kjeldahl Method and Dumas Method for Official Method Analysis" ■ Session 2: "Case Studies and Future Potential of NIR Devices" ■ Session 3: "Measurement of Dietary Fiber and Lipids in Food" We sincerely thank many of our distributors for participating. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.

FOSS Japan recently held a web seminar on the solvent extraction device "Soxtec," which corresponds to the lipid and solvent extraction - weight method. Regarding the lipid content in food labeling standards notified on March 30, 2022, some amendments have been made to the analytical methods. As a result, a provision has been added allowing the use of automated analytical devices, enabling extraction that previously took a long time to be completed in about one hour (depending on conditions). Since FOSS Japan has been selling the automated solvent extraction device Soxtec 8000, which automates the solvent extraction process, we wanted to take this opportunity to introduce the potential of FOSS's solvent extraction devices, and thus we conducted this seminar. Thank you for your participation. During the seminar, we received many questions, and we felt the strong interest from everyone. In the future, FOSS Japan will continue to provide technical information and industry-related topics that will be useful to customers requiring analysis of food and feed. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us regarding the seminar materials or the devices.

We held a webinar for meat and seafood-related companies on April 26th. "We discussed how to differentiate between official methods and near-infrared analysis methods." "I have been using near-infrared analysis equipment for a while, but how should I manage the devices?" We provided explanations of the basic knowledge of nutritional component analysis. Customers who wish for actual demonstrations or explanations are welcome to contact us. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.

We held the second Feed Webinar 2022 on April 21st. 《Overview》 ■ Principles and Applications of NIR Basics and Near-Infrared Analysis Equipment ■ Benefits of Automation and Introduction of Equipment for Crude Fat and Crude Fiber Extraction Regarding the basics of NIR, we explained the principles as clearly as possible along with its benefits. We provided fundamental information aimed at those considering the introduction of NIR, as well as new employees and those newly assigned to the quality control department due to the current circumstances. If you would like a demonstration or explanation from our staff, please feel free to contact us. Thank you very much to all the customers who participated. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.

We are pleased to announce that Foss Japan has obtained certification for the measurement of bulk density in brown rice as equipment for the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries' agricultural product inspection! --------------------------------------------------------------- ■ Equipment: Electric Grain Analyzer (Bulk Density) ■ Measurement Target: Bulk Density ■ Target Agricultural Product: Domestic Brown Rice ■ Model Numbers: InfraTec (with Bulk Density Module) InfraTec NOVA (with Bulk Density Module) GAC2500C (with Bulk Density Module) --------------------------------------------------------------- Other certified equipment from Foss: - InfraTec (Protein and Moisture for White and Brown Rice) - InfraTec NOVA (Protein and Moisture for White and Brown Rice) - InfraTec Sofia (Protein and Moisture for White and Brown Rice) - GAC2500C (Moisture for White and Brown Rice) For more details, please contact us.

Although sample grinding in the testing room is very important, it tends to be relatively overlooked in the series of analytical processes. To ensure accurate analytical results, sample grinding is crucial enough to be considered a central part of the analytical system. The FOSS grinding machine series is designed to meet the stringent requirements for sample grinding according to various applications. ■ CT293 Cyclotec The Cyclotec grinding device, widely used in Japan for over 20 years, has become even more user-friendly in response to customer requests. It can be utilized for a wide range of applications, including wet chemical analysis and NIR analysis pre-treatment. AOAC certified model NIR analysis 999 03. ■ CM290 Semotec - Ideal for moisture measurement of grains - Grinding of pellet feed - For dry granular food, fertilizers, and tablets ■ KN295 Knifetech - Grinding of high-moisture and high-oil grains - Cooling function reduces heat denaturation during grinding Our company provides various solutions for food quality safety and development, and we are introducing a range of 'sample grinding machines' tailored to specific applications. For more details, please download the catalog below.

We held the Feed Webinar 2022 on February 15th. 《Overview》 ■Utilization and Review of Color Modules using NIR and Latest Information ■Introduction of the Transmission-type Near Infrared Analyzer, Infratec The color modules were introduced in last October's feed webinar, which received a lot of feedback, and this is a continuation of that session. Infratec is a transmission-type near infrared analyzer effective for rapid and multi-parameter measurement of whole grains and brown rice. Customers who wish for actual demonstrations or explanations are welcome to contact us. Thank you very much for the participation of many customers. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.

In this webinar, we introduced and demonstrated the latest milk component measurement device, Milkoscan FT3, as well as the bacterial count and somatic cell count measurement device, BacSomatic. Released in 2020, the Milkoscan FT3 has achieved sales of 500 units within a year due to its advanced features. The BacSomatic is also rapidly gaining popularity as an alternative method for raw milk testing in production sites and for raw milk acceptance tests in dairy factories. We feel that expectations for both devices are rising as next-generation solutions to address challenges faced by dairy factories, such as improving inspection efficiency, reducing labor, lowering costs associated with testing, and moving towards smart factories. We have reintroduced the content that was well-received at last year's Milkoscan FT3 seminar, and this time we have planned a program that includes the BacSomatic. We hope to be of assistance as a solution that looks ahead to improvements in raw milk testing, manufacturing management, and quality inspection. Customers who wish to see actual demonstrations or have inquiries are welcome to contact us. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.