Chloropicrin dosage

Chloropicrin is a volatile organic compound (VOC) used as a fumigant, pesticide, or soil disinfectant in agricultural and industrial applications. Also known as trichloronitromethane, it is recognized for its biocidal efficacy against fungi, nematodes, insects, and weeds.

However, due to its toxicity and potential impact on the environment and human health, chloropicrin testing is essential. It allows for verification of the conformity of treated products, monitoring of residues in soils or materials, and compliance with national and European regulations, particularly within the framework of the REACH regulation or the Biocidal Products Regulation.

Objectives of the analysis

• Monitoring of chloropicrin residues in treated soils
• Post-fumigation environmental monitoring
• Analysis of contaminated or exposed packaging materials
• Verification of regulatory compliance of agricultural products
• Exposure assessment in the context of toxicology or ecotoxicology studies

Analytical method

The analysis is generally performed by gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (GC-MS), a reference method for the detection and quantification of volatile organic compounds. Prior to analysis, purge-and-trap or SPME (solid-phase extraction) may be carried out, depending on the nature of the matrix.

This technique offers excellent sensitivity, even in trace amounts, and allows compliance with the strict regulatory thresholds imposed for biocidal active substances.

Analyzable matrices

• Agricultural soils and substrates
• Residues on crops or plants
• Processed agricultural or food products
• Contaminated packaging materials
• Runoff water, effluents or leachate

Why choose YesWeLab for chloropicrin analysis?

At YesWeLab , we centralize access to a network of partner laboratories, experts in the detection of biocidal active substances and environmental contaminants. Our laboratories are mostly ISO 17025 accredited or COFRAC certified, and have the necessary equipment to perform high-precision GC-MS analyses on complex matrices.

Depending on your needs (regulatory compliance, R&D study, environmental monitoring, quality control), we select the best method and the laboratory best suited to your specifications.

Examples of additional services available:

• Analysis of pesticide residues
• Analysis of contaminated soils

Personalized support

Since 2020, YesWeLab has been supporting manufacturers, engineering firms, distributors, and farmers in managing their analytical needs. Our digital platform allows you to submit your samples, track your requests, and receive your results in a secure environment.

Our scientific team is available to guide you in choosing methods, preparing samples, and interpreting results.