Due to increasing regulatory pressure for lower limits of reporting (LORs), many sites are experiencing growing demand for pesticide, herbicide and fungicide analysis, particularly for potable water, groundwater and wastewater samples. At SGS Australia, we are responding to this demand through expanded, fully accredited analytical capabilities at our Notting Hill laboratory.
We have recently received NATA accreditation for our MA-1569 Pesticides LC-MS method. As one of our flagship analytical suites, this method can determine up to 69 distinct pesticide, herbicide and fungicide compounds in a single analysis. Minimal sample preparation and low parts-per-billion reporting limits mean that analytical range and sensitivity are achieved without compromising turnaround time (TAT).
This method complements our existing accredited GC-MS techniques, providing confidence across a diverse and comprehensive range of pesticide compounds. Our approaches enable multi-residue pesticide, herbicide and fungicide analysis in just one or two runs per sample, reducing costs, sampling requirements and TAT.
To deliver the broadest suites of analysis, we can readily extend our repertoire of analytes to meet specific client requirements. We can often perform multiple analyses from the same sample bottle, simplifying sampling processes. Our methods are carefully developed with flexibility and robustness built in from the outset.
Our pesticide analysis capabilities cover more than 240 compounds and include:
• MA-1569 Pesticides & Herbicides by LC-MS-MS
• MA-8270 Semivolatile Compounds by GC-MS-MS
• MA-1421 Glyphosate & Polar Pesticides by LC-MS-MS
• MA-1585 Isothiazolinone Biocides by LC-MS-MS
• MA-1478 Dithiocarbamates by GC-MS
• MA-1495 Paraquat & Diquat by GC-MS
View our full pesticide analytical capability list, covering more than 240 compounds: Trusted Pesticide Testing for Water
For a comprehensive overview of our pesticide analysis, view our brochure: Reliable Pesticide Analysis for Water, Soil and Air
For further information, please contact:
Adam Atkinson
adam.atkinson@sgs.com
Chemistry Manager
Industries & Environment
t: +1300 787 744
Andrew Wright
andrew.wright@sgs.com
Technical Lead
Industries & Environment
t: +1300 787 744
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
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