What is NPA?

NPA denotes non-peroxide activity, which confers antibacterial activity to Mānuka Honey. It directly relates to the concentration of MGO and it corresponds with the UMF™ equivalent grade of honey eg. 5+, 10+, 15+.

While this is also not an established grading system it is mentioned as countries including the UK most commonly understand the NPA value.

 UMF MGO NPA
16+ 570 16
18+ 690 18
20+ 830 20