Phytocontrol extends its accreditation for the analysis of chlorates and perchlorates

In order to be ever more efficient, our R&D team has also optimised the analytical process of this multipolar method, including the analysis of chlorates and perchlorates.
This analysis, a guarantee of the Phytocontrol group's service quality, makes it possible to achieve a QL of 2 µg/kg for chlorates and perchlorates on all matrices.

What regulations apply to these two compounds ?

The use of chlorates was banned in the European Union by decision 2008/865/EC. Since this decision, no MRL had been set, so the default MRL of 0.01 mg/kg applied. EFSA recognised that it was not possible to comply with this default MRL due to the origin of the chlorates. Regulation (EU) No 2020/749 therefore established temporary MRLs for chlorates in foodstuffs. These MRLs are applicable from 28/06/2020 and should be reviewed in 5 years.

Perchlorates were added to Regulation 1881/2006 via Regulation (EU) No 2020/685. Maximum levels have been set since 01/07/2020 on fruits and vegetables, tea and infusions and baby food and infant formula.

Our solution

Phytocontrol, an expert in pesticide analysis, offers you the analysis of chlorates and perchlorates under COFRAC accreditation by LC-MS/MS associated with a limit of quantification of 2 µg/kg with a delay of 3 to 5 days.
This delay can be reduced for urgent requests