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Lead Content Testing by ICP-MS
Lead Content Testing: Quantitative determination of lead using ICP-MS with a detection limit of 0.05 ppm to support safety and regulatory compliance.
Price per sample:
$100
Additional information
| Turnaround Time | 2 weeks |
|---|---|
| Sample Size | 10 grams |
Lead Content Testing by ICP-MS
What Lead Content Testing Measures
Lead content testing measures the concentration of lead present in cosmetic, personal care, and consumer product formulations. Pentyl Labs performs this analysis using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), a highly sensitive technique for trace-level metal detection.
Lead is a toxic heavy metal that poses health risks even at very low concentrations. Because of this, many regulatory authorities strictly limit lead content in consumer products. Accurate analytical testing helps manufacturers confirm that products meet safety expectations.
Why Lead Testing Is Important
Lead may enter formulations through raw materials, pigments, colorants, mineral ingredients, or contamination during manufacturing. Without testing, trace lead can remain undetected.
Testing allows manufacturers to identify potential sources of contamination early. As a result, companies can address issues during development or production rather than after market release.
Analytical Method Overview
ICP-MS provides excellent sensitivity and precision for metal analysis. Pentyl Labs uses this technique to quantify lead with a limit of detection of 0.05 ppm, making it suitable for products with strict safety limits.
Careful sample preparation allows accurate measurement even in complex matrices. Oils, surfactants, botanical extracts, and pigments do not interfere with reliable results when handled properly.
Products Commonly Tested
Lead content testing applies to cosmetics, personal care products, cleaning formulations, raw materials, pigments, and finished goods. Manufacturers often request testing during product development, reformulation, or prior to market launch.
Testing also supports supplier qualification and quality control programs. When lead appears in results, manufacturers can trace the source and take corrective action.
How Results Are Used
Test results support internal safety reviews, customer documentation, and regulatory compliance efforts. Manufacturers use the data to verify that lead levels align with applicable requirements and internal specifications.
This service often complements Chemical Analysis Services and Heavy Metals Testing Programs. Together, these services provide a clearer picture of overall formulation safety.
Guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency informs lead exposure limits and risk considerations.
Summary
Overall, lead content testing delivers reliable analytical data that supports product safety, regulatory compliance, and responsible manufacturing. ICP-MS offers a trusted approach for detecting trace lead across a wide range of consumer products.
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Lead Content Testing by ICP-MS
What Lead Content Testing Measures
Lead content testing measures the concentration of lead present in cosmetic, personal care, and consumer product formulations. Pentyl Labs performs this analysis using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), a highly sensitive technique for trace-level metal detection.
Lead is a toxic heavy metal that poses health risks even at very low concentrations. Because of this, many regulatory authorities strictly limit lead content in consumer products. Accurate analytical testing helps manufacturers confirm that products meet safety expectations.
Why Lead Testing Is Important
Lead may enter formulations through raw materials, pigments, colorants, mineral ingredients, or contamination during manufacturing. Without testing, trace lead can remain undetected.
Testing allows manufacturers to identify potential sources of contamination early. As a result, companies can address issues during development or production rather than after market release.
Analytical Method Overview
ICP-MS provides excellent sensitivity and precision for metal analysis. Pentyl Labs uses this technique to quantify lead with a limit of detection of 0.05 ppm, making it suitable for products with strict safety limits.
Careful sample preparation allows accurate measurement even in complex matrices. Oils, surfactants, botanical extracts, and pigments do not interfere with reliable results when handled properly.
Products Commonly Tested
Lead content testing applies to cosmetics, personal care products, cleaning formulations, raw materials, pigments, and finished goods. Manufacturers often request testing during product development, reformulation, or prior to market launch.
Testing also supports supplier qualification and quality control programs. When lead appears in results, manufacturers can trace the source and take corrective action.
How Results Are Used
Test results support internal safety reviews, customer documentation, and regulatory compliance efforts. Manufacturers use the data to verify that lead levels align with applicable requirements and internal specifications.
This service often complements Chemical Analysis Services and Heavy Metals Testing Programs. Together, these services provide a clearer picture of overall formulation safety.
Guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency informs lead exposure limits and risk considerations.
Summary
Overall, lead content testing delivers reliable analytical data that supports product safety, regulatory compliance, and responsible manufacturing. ICP-MS offers a trusted approach for detecting trace lead across a wide range of consumer products.
