Microplastics and rubber testing in water
Microplastic testing in water matrices
This service supports UK clients with high-quality, reliable testing using Pyrolysis-Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (Pyr-GC/MS).
Advanced Pyr-GC/MS methodology for microplastic testing
Eurofins water hygiene testing offers accredited analysis of microplastics and tyre wear rubber in water, carried out by our expert team at the Eurofins Microplastics Competence Centre in Europe.
Pyrolysis-Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry enables mass quantification of synthetic polymers and rubber materials. This includes microplastic types such as polyethylene (PE), polystyrene (PS), PVC, PET and nylon, as well as rubber compounds like natural rubber (NR), SBR, and BR.
Unlike particle-counting methods such as μ-FTIR or μ-Raman, Pyr-GC/MS is highly effective on complex matrices with high levels of particulates and organics, making it suitable for environmental and wastewater samples.
Sample types accepted
- Drinking water
- Wastewater
- Sea water and clean water
- Rinse water
- Bespoke requests
- Polymers and rubber types detected
We provide quantified results in µg/L for individual polymers and tyre-derived rubber types, including a total microplastics value.
Key benefits of Eurofins water matrix microplastic testing
- Accurate identification and quantification of microplastics and rubber particles
- High specificity and sensitivity across 10+ polymer types
- Suitable for challenging environmental matrices
- Accredited by Eurofins Microplastics Centre in Europe
- Expert support for UK clients
UK-wide drop-off facilities
Eurofins UK clients benefit from our extensive and free to use logistics and sample drop-off network with over 60 drop-off locations.
Sampling and submission guidance
Please submit 2 x 1 L water samples and 1 blank container per sample batch. Avoid polymer contamination during sampling by wearing natural fibre clothing and rinsing containers before use. No cooling or preservatives are required during shipment.
To ensure that we are able to test your water chemistry samples please submit them in appropriate sample bottles.
Get in touch
Would you like to find out more about our water hygiene testing and compliance services? Contact Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK today by submitting an enquiry form or calling +44 (0) 845 604 6740.