Laboratory testing services

Phase identification and quantification (Rietveld analysis) of a crystalline powder material using X-ray diffraction (XRD). The analysis can also provide unit cell dimensions. The analysis is only suitable for materials with at …

Determination of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, sulfur, and oxygen content of an organic sample. CHNS analysis (”LECO analysis”) is performed using a flash combustion method, where the sample is combusted under 25 kPa of O2 at an elevated temperature …

Determination of particle size distribution (PSD) by dynamic light scattering (DLS). Analysis can be done from dispersions or solids that can be dispersed in water or organic solvents. The method is …

Phthalates are a group of chemicals widely used as plasticizers, which make plastics more flexible and durable. Phthalates have also been used as additives in products such as cosmetics and personal care items. Several phthalates have been …

Quantitative determination of gliadin and gluten in food, cosmetics, feed and environmental samples with ELISA. Quantitative measurement of intact gliadin is used as a measure of gluten. Method is not accurate for samples that contain …

Determination of isothiazolinones in consumer goods. Isothiazolinones are common preservatives (biocides) in cosmetics, chemical formulations, and printing inks. The following isothiazolinones are included in the analysis: 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2h)-one (BIT, CAS: …

Particle size analysis with scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The analysis is done in conformity with the 2022 …

Analysis of allergenic fragrances in cosmetics according to Regulations (EU) 2023/1545 and (EC) No 1223/2009. The analysis includes 65 compounds. The presence of fragrance allergens …

The test determines the ash content of paper, board, and pulp upon being ignited at 525 °C. The results express the mass of the inorganics in your sample.

The test is used to determine the ash content of a solid recovered fuel sample according to EN 15403 or ISO 21656 methods. The ashing temperature is typically 550 °C but …

Determination of volume-specific surface area (VSSA) for the identification of nanoparticles. VSSA can be calculated from the specific surface area obtained by N2 adsorption and the BET method and effective density obtained by He …

Determination of allergens from food, feed, or supplement samples with enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). The following allergens are available for analysis: Peanut, Soy protein, Gliadin/gluten, Casein, Cashew, Egg white, Fish, …

Analysis of allergenic fragrances in cosmetics according to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. The analysis includes 29 compounds: Cinnamal, Citral (Geranial, Neral), Hydroxycitronellal, Butylphenyl …

Caffeine content determination for natural (e.g. tea, coffee) and fortified sources (e.g. soft drinks), cosmetics, and other suitable matrices.

Test of 1 bottle at 20oC with Malvern Spraytec to characterize particle sizes between 0.1 µm to 900 µm with a standard distance between the nozzle and the laser beam. The results are reported for 3 repeat shots. Particle size distribution histograms, …

Lignin sample ash content measurement at 525°C. The result is expressed as a mass percentage of the ash from the initial sample on a dry matter basis.

Qualitative or comparative analysis of crystalline powders using X-ray diffraction (XRD). The analysis is only suitable for materials with at least one crystalline phase.

Determination of selected metals (Al, As, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, Hg, Mn, Ni, Pb, Zn, V) in oil or solvent samples using high-resolution ICP-MS (ICP-SFMS) technique. …

Nondestructive 3D analysis of internal structures by X-ray computed tomography. The method visualizes voids, cracks, density, and phase differences within solid structures. The method is most suitable for powdered materials. The resolution …