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PFAS Testing & Analysis Services Launch

July 11, 2025

We are pleased to launch enhanced per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination testing for environmental samples, reinforcing our position as a leader in environmental testing.

Comprehensive testing services

As an established global leader in environmental testing, SGS has now enhanced its extensive service portfolio in the UK with the addition of PFAS analysis in a range of environmental matrices. This means that our clients can develop a better understanding of their environmental impacts and take action to address potential issues.

We can perform environmental PFAS testing and analysis for:

  • Water
  • Soil, sediment and biosolids
  • Air
  • Waste
  • Blood tissue and biofluids
  • Plants, leaves and vegetables
  • Firefighting foams

Our laboratories use the latest technologies and methodologies to ensure you get the most accurate and reliable results. At the same time, our experts are trained to the highest standards to meet your business needs and provide testing to both international and local regulations.

Why choose SGS PFAS testing services?

  • Advanced, state-of-the-art laboratories
  • Expert technical teams with extensive regulatory knowledge
  • Highly competitive turnaround times

Andrew Smith, Business Manager, commented: “With growing concern around PFAS contamination, this new service enables us to offer our customers reliable and accurate results in a timely manner. We are proud to have developed a solution that helps industries better understand and reduce their environmental impact.”

IMPACT NOW for sustainability

PFAS testing is a key service within SGS’s IMPACT NOW for sustainability initiative which brings together the company’s sustainability solutions under four strategic pillars: climate, nature, ESG assurance and circularity. Under the IMPACT NOW nature pillar, SGS provides practical solutions to identify PFAS (forever chemicals) enabling improved assessment and decision-making. SGS empowers businesses to drive meaningful change and meet growing regulatory, and stakeholder demands. This ambitious initiative underscores the company’s commitment to a climate-neutral, nature-positive and pollution-free future.

To discover the rest of UK Natural Resources services click here.

Or for more information about SGS’s PFAS testing services please contact:

Sales Enquiries
Barney Smith
Business Development Manager
m: +44 (0)7874 867854

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.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

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