PFAS in polymers and other materials
Future Materials with core partner Norner has analytical expertise, methodological understanding, regulatory understanding and practical experience with the analysis and identification of per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances, PFAS.
PFAS - "forever chemicals"
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) have been used in industry for decades because they impart valuable properties to materials. At the same time, they degrade very slowly and are suspected of being linked to serious health and environmental issues. Increasingly strict regulations therefore make PFAS a growing challenge for the industry. Manufacturers need to know where PFAS are present, which requirements apply, and how to find suitable alternatives.
Through a competence-building project supported by Siva, we have further enhanced our knowledge and experience regarding the analysis and identification of PFAS, specifically tailored to regulatory changes.
We invite you to collaborate with us to identify, analyze, and understand PFAS, and to jointly develop and test solutions for the materials and products of the future.
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Services |
Project outputs |
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PFAS screening and analysis |
Developed expertise in PFAS chemistry, sample preparation, analytical challenges, analytical methods, and practical PFAS analysis using LC/QTOF |
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Instrument and methods expertise |
LC/QTOF instruments configured and tested; Agilent expert set up PFAS methods; software and chemicals procured |
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Interpretation of analytical results |
Training in methodology, instrument operation, and result interpretation |
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Identification and analysis of PFAS in polymers |
The project's primary goal was precisely to build expertise in identifying and analyzing PFAS in polymers |
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Identification and analysis of PFAS in recycled materials |
Practical case study involving PFAS analysis of post-consumer recycled PP and LDPE |
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Identification of PFAS in other products/materials |
Practical analyses of food contact materials, firefighting foam, and cosmetics |
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Regulatory PFAS expertise |
Dedicated course module on regulatory requirements |
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Understanding analytical challenges |
Dedicated module on analytical challenges plus practical case studies |
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Methods development |
Setup of PFAS methods and practical testing |
Contact us to find out how we can help!
