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ICP-MS is a trace element technique, which encompasses several techniques into one. It has the multiple element determination capability of an ICP with the detection capability of Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption or lower. The instrument does especially well in more difficult matrices, where the other techniques may be problematic due to interference properties. ICP-MS is an essential technique when attempting to determine metals, minerals, and elements.

Chemical Solutions Ltd. (CSL) is capable of performing a scan of your material, “Total Quant II,” for approximately 65 elements. The concentrations of about 18 elements are quantified. Concentrations for the remaining elements are estimated, and the detection levels are usually in the ppm range. The advantage of this technique is that it provides valuable data for a wide range of elements.

CSL is focused on ICP-MS technology. Our clients are afforded low-level detection and responsive analysis at a cost savings through this superior instrument. We are capable of providing the following services and applications for elemental analyses.

Environmental Analyses:
	Drinking Water (IOC metals) Waste Water Hazardous Waste (RCRA Metals)		Soil Ground Water Air
Natural Products Analyses:
	Heavy Metal Testing in Herbal, Dietary Supplement, and Botanical products. CSL does not perform the USP Heavy Metals test, but is able to provide analyses for the metals that react with the test. Minerals California Proposition 65 * Analysis Other Elements
Agriculture Analyses:
	Fertilizer Feed Field Runoff
Specialty Chemical Analyses:
	Specific Project Other Elements	Chemical Additives
Special Projects:
	Tissue and Blood Studies Corrosion Studies Process Water Food	Animal Toxicology Filtration Studies Cosmetic Ingredients Water Fittings (faucets)
Pharmaceutical Analyses:
	OTC Products	Prescription Medications
Method Validation