Organic chemistry testing for water quality & environmental monitoring

Laboratories of Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing are able to assess the chemical composition of water for organic determinands in a wide variety of applications and sample matrix types.

Why water organic chemistry testing matters

Organic chemistry testing is essential for detecting and quantifying organic compounds in water, which can originate from natural sources, industrial processes, agricultural activities, or treatment by‑products. These substances, such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TpH), and pesticides, may pose risks to water safety, ecosystem health, and regulatory compliance. Comprehensive organic analysis helps identify contaminants, trace pollution sources, and optimise water treatment processes.

Supporting pollution control, treatment optimisation & regulatory compliance

Our organic chemistry testing covers a broad range of parameters, including; Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD), Total Organic Carbon (TOC), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), volatile and semi‑volatile organics (VOCs & SVOCs), as well as targeted analyses for priority pollutants such as

  • Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs); toxic organic pollutants often from combustion and industrial sources
  • Pesticides & Herbicides; used in agriculture and can leach into surface water or groundwater
  • Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH); from spills, leaks, industrial discharge or run‑off

These analyses provide crucial data for assessing organic pollution, ensuring compliance with drinking and environmental water standards, and guiding remediation or treatment strategies.

Lab instrumentation & accreditation

Eurofins water hygiene testing operates through our UKAS‑accredited laboratories across Wolverhampton, Grimsby, Heathrow, Belfast (for Northern Ireland) and Sheffield. We employ advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (GC‑MS, LC‑MS/MS) for trace-level detection of organics. Accreditation is matrix‑dependent, and for more specialised analyses we partner with validated subcontractors including within the Eurofins European network of competence centres to extend our testing scope.

Typical turnaround times are 5 to 10 working days depending on analyte complexity and sample type.

Who we serve

  • Water utilities and private water suppliers
  • Environmental consultancies and engineering firms
  • Regulatory bodies (e.g. Environment Agency, Drinking Water Inspectorate)
  • Industrial clients (manufacturing, petrochemical, agriculture)
  • Research organisations and academia

Whether for compliance monitoring, incident investigation, or pollutant fingerprinting, Eurofins water hygiene testing delivers rigorous data tailored to your needs.

Why choose Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing

  • UKAS-accredited nutrient testing for ammonia, nitrate, nitrite, phosphate, TON, chloride, fluoride and sulphate
  • Applicable to drinking water, closed systems, process water, wastewater and natural waters
  • Supports environmental compliance, water quality management and microbial control
  • Reliable turnaround aligned with project and regulatory timescales
  • Nationwide refrigerated logistics network for secure, efficient sample delivery

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.

Sample bottles

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.

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