Accurate Microplastic Analysis of Bottled Drinking Water Using the Agilent 8700 Laser Direct Infrared (LDIR) Chemical Imaging System
Microplastics are defined as small plastic particles between 1 µm and 5 mm in size. Due to poor waste management and plastic pollution, they are now documented to be ubiquitous in the environment.1,2 However, pathways of dietary exposure to microplastics are not yet fully understood. The consumption of bottled water has been calculated to increase by 7% annually, with an estimated mean total global consumption of bottled water to be 513 billion liters by 2025. This study demonstrates how the Agilent 8700 Laser Direct Infrared (LDIR) Chemical Imaging System can accurately identify and quantify the presence of microplastics in bottled drinking water. This study also shows the capability of the Agilent Cary 630 FTIR spectrometer to investigate the source of microplastic contamination.
6PPD-Quinone Reference Materials
November 19th 2024Ensure environmental and consumer health with our standards for 6PPD-quinone testing. 6PPD-quinone has been detected in the environment and has shown toxicity to aquatic life. Chiron, by Zeptometrix® offers reference standards suitable for Draft EPA Method 1634.
Current and Future Advancements in PFAS Research
November 19th 2024This white paper explores the health risks, environmental impacts, and detection technologies associated with PFAS, along with the latest advancements in PFAS research. It also provides an overview of the regulatory landscape and emphasizes the crucial role of companies like ZeptoMetrix® in supplying PFAS reference materials, which are essential for ensuring the accuracy of testing. Lastly, the paper outlines key areas for future PFAS research.
Microplastics Reference Materials
November 19th 2024The World’s First Microplastics Reference Materials. Our scientists have focused on these emerging global threats, and are excited to share Chiron MicroPrefs®, the first commercial microplastic reference material. The MicroPref® portfolio is designed to detect the six most abundant plastics in the environment and is available in a novel, easy-to-use tablet formulation. Be among the first labs to join in the fight against microplastic pollution by exploring the NEW line of Chiron MicroPrefs® microplastic standards.
