Emergent Chemical Testing
The following environmental contaminants referred to as “Emergent Chemicals” have recently become compounds of concern due to their detection in groundwater and surface water. These compounds are associated with military and industrial facilities and all have acute to chronic health effects in humans. State governments have set varying limits for these compounds, with California having some of the lowest regulatory limits.
Columbia Analytical has modified and developed methods to detect these analytes at or below most state regulatory levels.
Emergent Chemicals Tested
| Emergent Chemical | Test Method | MRL |
|---|---|---|
| Perchlorate | EPA 314.0 / EPA Prop 6850 | 2.0 µg/L / 0.5 µg/L |
| N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) (with isotope dilution) | EPA 521 | 0.002 µg/L |
| Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) | EPA 8270C | 2.0-1000 ng/L |
| Hexavalent Chromium | EPA 7195 | 3.0 µg/L |
| Total Chromium | EPA 200.8 | 0.2 µg/L |
| 1,2,3-Trichloropropane | EPA 8270C | 0.005 µg/L |
| 1,4-Dioxane | EPA 8270C | 1.0 µg/L |
| Pharmaceutical and Personal Care Products (PPCPs) | HPLC/MS/MS | 0.5-10.0 ng/L |
1,4-Dioxane Testing
1,4-Dioxane is used as a stabilizer for chlorinated solvents or volatile organic compounds (VOCs), particularly 1,1,1-trichloroethane (which accounts for usage of approximately 90% of the 1,4-dioxane produced).
Learn more about testing for 1,4-dioxane...
Perchlorate Testing
Perchlorate (ClO4-) occurs in the environment when perchlorate salts of ammonium, potassium, magnesium or sodium dissolve in water.
Learn more about testing for perclorates...
N-Nitrosodimethylamine Testing
N-Nitrosodimethylamine, also known as NDMA (C2H6N2O), is a product from the decomposition of unsymmetrical dimethyl hydrazine, a component used in the prodution of rocket fuel (Aerozine 50).
Learn more about testing for N-Nitrosodimethylamine...
Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers Testing
PBDEs are used in a variety of consumer products such as electrical appliances, building materials, and textiles in order to retard their combustion.
Learn more about testing for polybrominated diphenyl ethers...
Hexavalent Chromium Testing
Chromium occurs in the environment primarily in two valence states, trivalent chromium (Cr III) and hexavalent chromium (CrVI).
Learn more about testing for hexavalent chromium...
1,2,3-Trichloropropane Testing
1,2,3-Trichloropropane has been used primarily as a solvent and extractive agent. As a solvent, it has commonly been used as a paint and varnish remover, a cleaning and degreasing agent and a cleaning and maintenance solvent.
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Pharmaceutical and Personal Care Products (PPCP) Testing
Columbia Analytical offers the analysis of a select list of Endocrine Disrupting Compounds (EDCs) and Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products (PPCPs). Every day millions of gallons of treated and untreated sewage are discharged into the waterways of the world. This sewage contains varying concentrations of pharmaceuticals and personal care products including prescription and 'over the counter' medications, nutraceuticals, detergents, perfumes, insect repellents and steroids.
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