Precision Elemental Analysis for Polymers & Plastics: Focusing on ICP-OES & Halogens
By Exeter Analytical (UK) Ltd in Coventry
In today's highly regulated and quality-driven world, understanding the precise elemental composition of your polymers and plastics is not just good practice – it's essential. From raw material inspection to final product validation, targeted elemental testing, specifically ICP-OES analysis and Halogen testing, provides critical insights into the purity, safety, and performance of these versatile materials. Find out more by getting in touch with Exeter Analytical (UK) Ltd in Coventry now.
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Our services
At Exter Analytical, we specialise in comprehensive polymer and plastic elemental analysis, with a strong focus on Inductively Coupled Plasma – Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES) for broad elemental detection and dedicated methods for Halogen content analysis. Our services are vital for manufacturers, suppliers, and researchers across various industries, including:
Electronics:
Crucial for detecting and quantifying restricted halogens (e.g., Bromine, Chlorine) and heavy metals, ensuring RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) and WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) compliance.
Automotive:
Ensuring compliance with ELV (End-of-Life Vehicles) directives and material safety, including heavy metal screening.
Medical Devices:
Verifying biocompatibility and absence of toxic elements and confirming halogen-free materials where required.
Packaging:
Assessing food contact safety and material integrity, particularly for halogenated compounds.
Consumer Goods:
Guaranteeing product safety and regulatory adherence, especially concerning flame retardants and heavy metals.
Recycling & Waste Management:
Characterising material streams for efficient processing and re-use, with a focus on separating halogenated plastics.
Why is Elemental Testing Crucial for Basic & Industrial Chemicals?
Regulatory Compliance:
Meeting stringent international standards such as RoHS, REACH, California Proposition 65, and other directives that limit or prohibit certain hazardous elements and halogenated compounds.
Quality Control & Assurance:
: Identifying contaminants, verifying material authenticity, and ensuring consistent product quality throughout the supply chain, particularly for critical elements and halogens.
Regulatory & Safety Compliance:
Adhering to national and international regulations concerning restricted substances, heavy metals, and environmental discharge limits.
Flame Retardant Verification:
Quantifying Bromine and Chlorine content to confirm the presence or absence of specific halogenated flame retardants.
Environmental & Safety Concerns:
Protecting consumers and the environment from potentially harmful substances, including persistent organic pollutants (POPs) associated with certain halogenated compounds.
Material Characterisation:
Gaining a deeper understanding of material composition for improved performance and innovation, especially when developing halogen-free alternatives.
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Comprehensive analysis of catalysts, stabilisers, fillers, and metallic contaminants.
Quantifying heavy metals such as Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd), Mercury (Hg), Chromium (Cr), Arsenic (As), Antimony (Sb), Barium (Ba), and Selenium (Se).
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Determining concentrations of common additives like Titanium (Ti), Zinc (Zn), Tin (Sn), Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg), Aluminum (Al), Iron (Fe), Copper (Cu), and Nickel (Ni).
Halogen Content Testing (Bromine & Chlorine)
Halogen analysis, particularly for Bromine (Br) and Chlorine (Cl), is critical for compliance with directives like RoHS (which restricts certain Brominated Flame Retardants) and for assessing the environmental impact of materials. Our specialised methods ensure precise quantification of these elements, often employing techniques like combustion ion to accurately determine halogen content in various polymer matrices.
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Identifying and quantifying Bromine, essential for validating the absence or presence of Brominated Flame Retardants (BFRs).
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Determining Chlorine content, crucial for assessing PVC presence and other chlorinated compounds.
​Partner with Exeter Analytical for Precision Polymer & Plastic Testing
We offer:
Fast Turnaround Times: Minimising delays in your production and R&D cycles.
Expert Consultation: Our team provides insights and interpretation of results.
Customised Testing Solutions: Tailored to your specific material and regulatory requirements.
Accredited Services: UKAS ISO/IEC 17025:2017, BSi 9001
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