Chemical contaminant analysis: secure your products with reliable laboratory tests
Chemical contaminant analyses are essential for safety and compliance
Chemical contaminants can compromise product quality and safety in many industrial sectors. Pesticides, heavy metals, solvent residues, mycotoxins, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and endocrine disruptors: these substances must be accurately identified and quantified to ensure compliance with current regulations and to protect the health of consumers and animals.
YesWeLab supports you in the analysis of chemical contaminants by relying on a network of specialized laboratories and state-of-the-art analytical techniques, in compliance with national and international regulatory requirements (Regulation (EC) 1881/2006, Codex Alimentarius, USP, FDA, etc.).
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Analyses tailored to your industry
Agri-food: ensuring food safety
The food industry is subject to strict standards to control the presence of chemical contaminants that can alter product quality and pose a risk to human health. Our laboratories perform precise analyses on:
- Pesticides : dosage of pesticides according to European regulations (Regulation (EC) 396/2005).
- Heavy metals : detection of lead, cadmium, mercury and arsenic in raw materials and finished products.
- Mycotoxins : identification of aflatoxins, ochratoxins, fumonisins and other toxins of fungal origin.
- Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) : detection in oils, smoked meats, cereals and processed products.
- Targeted analyses of organophosphate pesticide residues, carbamates and herbicides are also available.
Animal nutrition: controlling feed intended for livestock
Animal feed must be free of chemical contaminants that could impair livestock health and the quality of animal products. We offer specific analyses for:
- Dioxins and PCBs (Regulation (EU) 2017/644).
- Heavy metals in raw materials and additives for animal feed.
- Residues of antibiotics and veterinary medicines .
Nutraceuticals: ensuring the purity and safety of food supplements
Dietary supplements must be free of undesirable chemical residues that could compromise their quality and effectiveness. YesWeLab offers analyses tailored to industry requirements, including:
- Research into residual solvents used in extraction and manufacturing processes.
- Determination of heavy metals in plant extracts, vitamins and minerals.
- Detection of contaminants from packaging : bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOH/MOSH).
Environment: monitoring chemical pollutants in water, air and soil
Analyzing chemical contaminants in the environment is essential to prevent pollution risks and ensure compliance with environmental standards. We offer analyses for:
- Drinking water and industrial water : testing for nitrates, pesticides , organic solvents, heavy metals .
- Soils and sludge : identification of hydrocarbons, PAHs, PCBs and other persistent pollutants.
- Air quality : measurement of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and fine particles.
Reliable and standards-compliant chemical contaminant analyses
Thanks to our network of accredited laboratories , YesWeLab guarantees accurate and actionable results to meet regulatory and industrial requirements. Our analytical methods include:
- Gas chromatography (GC-MS, GC-FID) for pesticides, solvents and PAHs.
- High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC-MS/MS) for mycotoxins and pharmaceutical residues.
- Atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS) and ICP-MS for heavy metals.
- Standardized and accredited methods in accordance with current regulations.
Need a chemical contaminant analysis? Contact YesWeLab to find the right laboratory for your needs and ensure the safety of your products.
Léa Géréec
Technical and scientific advisor
