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With BIOCHEM's halogen testing service, we ensure your products comply with safety and regulatory standards. Our testing protects your consumers while maintaining the highest quality materials.

HALOGEN TESTING

Our Chemical Analysis Services

WHAT IS HALOGEN TESTING?

Halogen testing is the process of identifying halogen elements such as Fluorine (F), Chlorine (Cl), Bromine (Br), and Iodine (I) in materials. These elements can be harmful to human health, the environment, and product performance if present in high amounts.

IMPORTANCE OF DETECTING HALOGENS IN MATERIALS

Detecting halogens in products is essential to safeguard health, comply with regulations, and maintain product integrity.

Protect human health: High concentrations of halogens in products can be toxic or cause long-term health issues, such as affecting neurological health.
Ensure regulatory compliance: Testing ensures your materials meet international safety and environmental standards, avoiding penalties or recalls.
Enhance product quality: Monitoring halogen levels can help your products last longer and maintain their performance over time.

COMMON METHODS WE USE FOR HALOGEN TESTING

At BIOCHEM, we use reliable and standardized methods to measure halogen content in various materials. The procedure depends on the sample type and the level of accuracy required.

1) Bomb Combustion Method

We begin halogen testing by preparing samples using a bomb calorimeter in accordance with recognized standards such as EN 14582, USEPA 5050, and equivalent methods. This controlled combustion process converts halogen compounds in the sample into halide ions, which are then collected in an absorbing solution.

2) Ion Chromatography (IC)

Following combustion, the collected solution is analyzed using Ion Chromatography (IC) to precisely measure halide ions such as fluoride, chloride, bromide, and iodide. IC provides high accuracy and sensitivity, which is ideal for assessing halogen levels in chemicals, polymers, and electronic materials.

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