At HQTS, we specialize in comprehensive PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) testing services to help businesses navigate the complex and evolving regulatory landscape. With increasing global restrictions on PFAS due to their environmental persistence and health risks, our advanced testing solutions ensure your products meet stringent compliance standards, protecting your brand and supply chain.
PFAS are man-made chemicals found in everyday products like non-stick pans, waterproof clothes, food packaging, electronics, and even cosmetics. They resist heat, water, and oil, making them useful—but they don’t break down. Over time, PFAS can build up in the environment and even in living things. That’s why they’re called “forever chemicals.”
Our PFAS Testing Services
At HQTS, our in-house testing solutions help you get a clear understanding of the specific PFAS in your products. We can test a wide range of products for PFAS—everything from waterproof fabrics, cosmetics, and food packaging to electronics, furniture, paint, and non-stick cookware. With global regulations tightening quickly, it’s more important than ever to stay ahead and protect your supply chain. We offer testing services that meet the standards of EU REACH Appendix 17 and POPs Appendix 1, helping you stay compliant with international rules.
Our PFAS testing includes two main methods:
- Targeted Testing for specific PFAS
Using the EN 17681 standard, we extract PFAS compounds with methanol in an ultrasonic bath. Then, we identify and measure specific PFAS using advanced tools like LC-MS/MS or GC-MS/MS. - Total Fluorine Testing
Based on the EN 14582 method, this test measures the total amount of fluorine in your sample. The sample is burned in a sealed system under pressure, converting fluorine compounds into fluoride. We then analyze the fluoride using ion chromatography.
PFAS Global Regulatory Compliance
With regulations tightening globally, HQTS helps you stay ahead of compliance requirements:
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EU Regulations: Compliance with REACH Appendix 17, POPs Appendix 1, and proposed bans on thousands of PFAS by 2025–2026.
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U.S. Regulations: Adherence to state-specific bans (e.g., California AB-1817, New York apparel bans) and EPA’s TSCA reporting rules starting in 2025.
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Other Regions: Support for regulations in Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants.
Our team provides expert guidance on auditing suppliers, developing Restricted Substance Lists (RSLs), and ensuring your supply chain is PFAS-free or compliant.
Whether you need a broad overview or a detailed analysis of the PFAS in your products, our team has the expertise and tools to keep your products compliant. Speak to our experts now.
