Investigative Analysis

Our multi-disciplinary scientific approach ensures we are the specialist investigative laboratory of choice to assist our customers.

A range of advanced analytical services is available for complex characterisation, out of specification results, contamination, counterfeit, QC issues and problem solving. We have extensive knowledge and regularly assess complex product matrices.

Spectroscopy, trace analysis and analytical techniques

• Expert spectroscopy services including FT-IR, GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP-MS, AAS
• Method validation using HPLC, GC, GC-MS, LC-MS
• Impurity identification
• Identification of process, trace and environmental contaminants
• Screening for toxic materials
• Identification of taints and off-flavours

Microscopy and physical science techniques

• Light and scanning electron microscopy
• X-ray microanalysis and x-ray microfluorescence
• Foreign material identification
• Particle size, morphology, crystal structure and characterisation
• Rheology and texture analysis
• Thermal transition methods (DSC)
• Karl Fisher, water activity and density measurements