Microplastic quantification in water, soil or sludge (µRaman)

Determination of microplastics in water or soil using Raman spectroscopy. The results of the analysis will specify different types of polymers by size, for example, 1–10 µm, 10–100 µm, and 100–1000 µm.

Environmental testingPolymers and plasticsParticle testing

Suitable sample matrices

Clean water, soil, sludge

Minimum sample amount

1 L in brown glass bottles (water) or 500 g (soil). Add foil between the plastic cap and the sample container to avoid contamination.

Typical turnaround time

7 weeks after receiving the samples

Quality system

Accredited test method

Device families

Raman

Method expert

Aatto Rautio