Application Notes: Environmental
Automated Extraction of Organochlorine Pesticides with In-Line Florisil Cleanup
February 1st 2015Organochlorine pesticides are among the more notorious organic pollutants. Gaining wide spread attention into the latter part of the 20th century, and ultimately leading to their ban, OCPs remain with us as a legacy contaminant in the environment.
Hexavalent Chromium Determination Hamilton PRP-X100 Anion Exchange HPLC Column
February 1st 2014Chromium (Cr) is a metal with an interesting relationship to the environment. Whereas trivalent chromium (Cr(III)) is an essential nutrient, hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) is a poison to humans and aquatic life and poses serious environmental and ecological threats.
The Automated Extraction of Aqueous Samples by Method EPA 8270D Using the TurboTrace ABN SPE System
February 1st 2014EPA 8270D calls for the extraction for analysis of semi-volatile analytes in various matrices. Target analytes mentioned in the method cover a wide range of compound classes resulting in reporting lists that often approach 100 compounds.
Determination of Phthalates Leached from Toys into Artificial Saliva
February 1st 2013Phthalates are plasticizers that are added to plastics to make them softer and more flexible. Plastics that contain phthalates are commonly used in the manufacturing of toys. Since phthalates are not permanently bonded to plastics, they can be released from toys through touching, licking, and chewing.