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Heavy metal content according to Directive 94/62/EC

Directive 94/62/EC limits the content of heavy metals such that the sum of the concentrations of lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg), and hexavalent chromium (Cr (VI)) in packaging or packaging components shall not exceed 100 ppm by weight.

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ICP-MS Analysis (ICP-MS)ICP-OES Analysis (ICP-OES)

Food contact materials

Paper and board

Polymers and plastics

Compositional analysis

Elements and ions

Suitable sample matrices: Packaging or packaging components
Typical turnaround time: 3 weeks after receiving the samples
Quality system: Accredited test method
Device types: ICP-MSICP-OES
Method expert: Niko Markkinen
Price (VAT 0): 189 € per sample

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