Emerging Contaminants

Identification and quantitation of emerging contaminants

Our commitment is to help ensure a healthy environment, now and well into the future. Monitoring, identification and quantitation requirements are constantly evolving, and innovative techniques and instrumentation are needed to keep pace. We’ve developed effective tools and workflows for screening and quantifying known and unknown contaminants using Thermo Scientific products and technologies from sample preparation to mass spectrometry to innovative software for data analysis.

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What are emerging contaminants and what solutions are available?

Emerging contaminants are also referred to as contaminants of emerging concern. These emerging environmental contaminants are either becoming more prevalent or are now detectable via new analysis methods. Their increased presence could potentially harm aquatic ecosystems, organisms and humans; because of this it is important to monitor for the presence of these compounds. Emerging contaminants include, but are not limited to:

  • Pharmaceutical and personal products (PPCPs)
  • Hormones and endocrine disruptors, flame retardants
  • Perfluorinated compounds (PFCs)
  • Nanoparticles

Some emerging contaminants can be detected and quantitated by using single or triple mass spectrometry (MS) in targeted analysis, while the identification and quantitation of unknown emerging contaminants rely on GC or LC coupled to high resolution mass spectrometry. With significant advances in HRAM MS comes the ability to not only increase the range of potential targets monitored, but to also increase confidence in assignments, access the power of comprehensive tools to identify unknowns and emerging contaminants, and retrospectively analyze data even when the sample no longer exists.


Gas and liquid chromatography mass spectrometry solutions for emerging environmental contamination challenges

Analysis of emerging contaminants workflow

Which LC-MS data analysis software is right for me?

NeedsCompound DiscovererTraceFinderChromeleon CDS
Non-targeted screening (unknown knowns and unknown unknowns)
Targeted screening (known unknowns)
Non-targeted and targeted quantitation
Targeted quantitation only (known knowns)
Complex targeted panel analysis
GxP/21 CFR Part 11 compliance capable
Library compatibility
Thermo Scientific Chromatography and source compatibility
Third Party Instrument Control
= Not applicable = Poor = Good = Better = Best

Targeted and untargeted emerging contaminants LC-MS workflows

Find recommended products and reading for detection, identification and analysis of emerging contaminants in multiple analytes and types of water.

UltiMate 3000 HPLC and UHPLC Systems

Meet the needs and requirements for your application by selecting from our extensive portfolio of Thermo Scientific UltiMate 3000 HPLC systems. With customizable configurations, these systems provide you with the flexibility to accomplish all applications from method development to routine analysis with HPLC to UHPLC capabilities.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

TraceFinder Software

Drive your productivity with built-in intelligence provided through TraceFinder software acquisition and data processing which enables control of multi-channel LC, single quadrupole, triple quadrupole and high-resolution LC-MS systems. This control helps streamline and standardize operating procedures, minimizing training requirements and simplifying lab operations. Quantitation is simplified for both large and small molecule lists such as PFAS and other contaminants through:

  • Template-driven workflows
  • Smart sample flagging
  • Compound databases for method building
  • In-depth data visualization capabilities
  • A customizable user interface
  • Automated custom reporting

UltiMate 3000 HPLC and UHPLC Systems

Meet the needs and requirements for your application by selecting from our extensive portfolio of Thermo Scientific UltiMate 3000 HPLC systems. With customizable configurations, these systems provide you with the flexibility to accomplish all applications from method development to routine analysis with HPLC to UHPLC capabilities.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

TraceFinder Software

Drive your productivity with built-in intelligence provided through TraceFinder software acquisition and data processing which enables control of multi-channel LC, single quadrupole, triple quadrupole and high-resolution LC-MS systems. This control helps streamline and standardize operating procedures, minimizing training requirements and simplifying lab operations. Quantitation is simplified for both large and small molecule lists such as PFAS and other contaminants through:

  • Template-driven workflows
  • Smart sample flagging
  • Compound databases for method building
  • In-depth data visualization capabilities
  • A customizable user interface
  • Automated custom reporting

Vanquish Flex Binary UHPLC System, Integrated biocompatible UHPLC system with binary pump

Obtain new benchmarks in accuracy, precision, and sensitivity. The Thermo Scientific Vanquish Flex Binary UHPLC system is biocompatible with a state-of-the-art binary high-pressure pump and state-of-the-art binary solvent blending. This ultra high performance liquid chromatography system shares all Vanquish values, such as a design focused on uptime, robustness and reliability.

TSQ Altis Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer

Address the most stringent analytical challenges for targeted quantitation workflows with the Thermo Scientific TSQ Altis Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer. With its improved Active Ion Management (AIM) technology, segmented quadrupoles, novel electron multipliers, and enhanced ion transmission tubes, the TSQ Altis MS helps you achieve unprecedented experimental sensitivity for all molecular species in complex matrices without sacrificing robustness.

Chromeleon Chromatography Data System (CDS) Software

For environmental testing laboratories looking to achieve the highest levels of compliance, or improve laboratory productivity, consider the Thermo Scientific Chromeleon Chromatography Data System (CDS). The Chromeleon CDS helps meet regulatory requirements without sacrificing efficiency using the integrated security system, audit trails, and version management tools. Chromeleon is the leading software for multi-vendor instrument control, reporting, enterprise integration and sample processing using eWorkflows. Streamline your laboratory using one centrally implemented CDS for both chromatography and quantitative MS workflows to gain considerable efficiency.

Vanquish Flex Binary UHPLC System, Integrated biocompatible UHPLC system with binary pump

Obtain new benchmarks in accuracy, precision, and sensitivity. The Thermo Scientific Vanquish Flex Binary UHPLC system is biocompatible with a state-of-the-art binary high-pressure pump and state-of-the-art binary solvent blending. This ultra high performance liquid chromatography system shares all Vanquish values, such as a design focused on uptime, robustness and reliability.

TSQ Altis Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer

Address the most stringent analytical challenges for targeted quantitation workflows with the Thermo Scientific TSQ Altis Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer. With its improved Active Ion Management (AIM) technology, segmented quadrupoles, novel electron multipliers, and enhanced ion transmission tubes, the TSQ Altis MS helps you achieve unprecedented experimental sensitivity for all molecular species in complex matrices without sacrificing robustness.

Chromeleon Chromatography Data System (CDS) Software

For environmental testing laboratories looking to achieve the highest levels of compliance, or improve laboratory productivity, consider the Thermo Scientific Chromeleon Chromatography Data System (CDS). The Chromeleon CDS helps meet regulatory requirements without sacrificing efficiency using the integrated security system, audit trails, and version management tools. Chromeleon is the leading software for multi-vendor instrument control, reporting, enterprise integration and sample processing using eWorkflows. Streamline your laboratory using one centrally implemented CDS for both chromatography and quantitative MS workflows to gain considerable efficiency.

Solid Phase Extraction Consumables

Select from our broad range of solid phase extraction (SPE) consumables to solve your sample preparation challenges. They have been tailored for a broad spectrum of sample and application requirements as well as sample volume and throughput constraints. Choose from a large variety of stationary phases in cartridge, well plate, tip and other formats. Be sure to discover our latest revolutionary SPE innovation—the first fritless Thermo Scientific SOLA SPE plates and cartridges.

UltiMate 3000 RSLCnano System

Get outstanding performance and workflow versatility using the Thermo Scientific UltiMate 3000 RSLCnano system. This low flow liquid chromatography system has a wide flow-pressure footprint with nano-, capillary-, and micro-flow options. Our Thermo Scientific ProFlow technology improves nano flow rate control and results in high retention time precision and higher quality data.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

Xcalibur Software

Control and process data from Thermo Scientific LC-MS systems and related instruments with easy-to-use Thermo Scientific Xcalibur software. Windows-based Xcalibur software provides method setup, data acquisition, data processing, and data acquisition and processing integration to provide higher quality and more relevant data.

Solid Phase Extraction Consumables

Select from our broad range of solid phase extraction (SPE) consumables to solve your sample preparation challenges. They have been tailored for a broad spectrum of sample and application requirements as well as sample volume and throughput constraints. Choose from a large variety of stationary phases in cartridge, well plate, tip and other formats. Be sure to discover our latest revolutionary SPE innovation—the first fritless Thermo Scientific SOLA SPE plates and cartridges.

UltiMate 3000 RSLCnano System

Get outstanding performance and workflow versatility using the Thermo Scientific UltiMate 3000 RSLCnano system. This low flow liquid chromatography system has a wide flow-pressure footprint with nano-, capillary-, and micro-flow options. Our Thermo Scientific ProFlow technology improves nano flow rate control and results in high retention time precision and higher quality data.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

Xcalibur Software

Control and process data from Thermo Scientific LC-MS systems and related instruments with easy-to-use Thermo Scientific Xcalibur software. Windows-based Xcalibur software provides method setup, data acquisition, data processing, and data acquisition and processing integration to provide higher quality and more relevant data.

Solid Phase Extraction Consumables

Select from our broad range of solid phase extraction (SPE) consumables to solve your sample preparation challenges. They have been tailored for a broad spectrum of sample and application requirements as well as sample volume and throughput constraints. Choose from a large variety of stationary phases in cartridge, well plate, tip and other formats. Be sure to discover our latest revolutionary SPE innovation—the first fritless Thermo Scientific SOLA SPE plates and cartridges.

Rapid Separation (RS) HPLC Systems

Perform the full range of rapid HPLC and UHPLC applications on one system. Thermo Scientific UltiMate 3000 Rapid Separation systems combine unique hardware features and the ability to use small particle columns for fast separations with excellent resolution. All system components are coordinated for high performance.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

Solid Phase Extraction Consumables

Select from our broad range of solid phase extraction (SPE) consumables to solve your sample preparation challenges. They have been tailored for a broad spectrum of sample and application requirements as well as sample volume and throughput constraints. Choose from a large variety of stationary phases in cartridge, well plate, tip and other formats. Be sure to discover our latest revolutionary SPE innovation—the first fritless Thermo Scientific SOLA SPE plates and cartridges.

Rapid Separation (RS) HPLC Systems

Perform the full range of rapid HPLC and UHPLC applications on one system. Thermo Scientific UltiMate 3000 Rapid Separation systems combine unique hardware features and the ability to use small particle columns for fast separations with excellent resolution. All system components are coordinated for high performance.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

Rapid Separation (RS) HPLC Systems

Perform the full range of rapid HPLC and UHPLC applications on one system. Thermo Scientific UltiMate 3000 Rapid Separation systems combine unique hardware features and the ability to use small particle columns for fast separations with excellent resolution. All system components are coordinated for high performance.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

Compound Discoverer Software

The challenge for small-molecule analysis is to efficiently identify contaminants in complex environmental samples. Environmental scientists typically manually process and integrate their data using multiple third party applications or rely on third party experts. With a comprehensive, integrated set of libraries, databases, and statistical analysis tools able to link in customizable workflows, the Thermo Scientific™ Compound Discoverer™ software streamlines unknown identification. Both the mzCloud spectral library and mzVault software integrate with Compound Discoverer software to create flexible small-molecule data-processing workflows.

  • mzCloud spectral library is an extensively curated online library that contains high-quality, fully annotated Orbitrap based MSn spectral data
  • mzLogic uses all of the available data to aid in ranking putative identifications, streamlining the unknown contaminant identification workflow.
  • mzVault software offers a solution for laboratories that wish to perform offline data processing, or the power to build and search their own propriety libraries.
  • Seamless connection with TraceFinder software for targeted screening and quantitation workflows.

Rapid Separation (RS) HPLC Systems

Perform the full range of rapid HPLC and UHPLC applications on one system. Thermo Scientific UltiMate 3000 Rapid Separation systems combine unique hardware features and the ability to use small particle columns for fast separations with excellent resolution. All system components are coordinated for high performance.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

Compound Discoverer Software

The challenge for small-molecule analysis is to efficiently identify contaminants in complex environmental samples. Environmental scientists typically manually process and integrate their data using multiple third party applications or rely on third party experts. With a comprehensive, integrated set of libraries, databases, and statistical analysis tools able to link in customizable workflows, the Thermo Scientific™ Compound Discoverer™ software streamlines unknown identification. Both the mzCloud spectral library and mzVault software integrate with Compound Discoverer software to create flexible small-molecule data-processing workflows.

  • mzCloud spectral library is an extensively curated online library that contains high-quality, fully annotated Orbitrap based MSn spectral data
  • mzLogic uses all of the available data to aid in ranking putative identifications, streamlining the unknown contaminant identification workflow.
  • mzVault software offers a solution for laboratories that wish to perform offline data processing, or the power to build and search their own propriety libraries.
  • Seamless connection with TraceFinder software for targeted screening and quantitation workflows.

Solid Phase Extraction Consumables

Select from our broad range of solid phase extraction (SPE) consumables to solve your sample preparation challenges. They have been tailored for a broad spectrum of sample and application requirements as well as sample volume and throughput constraints. Choose from a large variety of stationary phases in cartridge, well plate, tip and other formats. Be sure to discover our latest revolutionary SPE innovation—the first fritless Thermo Scientific SOLA SPE plates and cartridges.

EQuan MAX Plus System for water testing

Screen for trace contaminants in water and beverages quickly, easily, and with greater confidence using a Thermo Scientific EQuan MAX Plus LC-MS system. Exposure to pesticides, pharmaceuticals, personal care products, endocrine disruptors, and perfluorinated compounds in water is a significant health concern. The EQuan MAX Plus LC-MS system provides a turn-key solution for screening, identification, and quantitation of trace contaminants in environmental water, drinking water and beverage samples.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

Compound Discoverer Software

The challenge for small-molecule analysis is to efficiently identify contaminants in complex environmental samples. Environmental scientists typically manually process and integrate their data using multiple third party applications or rely on third party experts. With a comprehensive, integrated set of libraries, databases, and statistical analysis tools able to link in customizable workflows, the Thermo Scientific™ Compound Discoverer™ software streamlines unknown identification. Both the mzCloud spectral library and mzVault software integrate with Compound Discoverer software to create flexible small-molecule data-processing workflows.

  • mzCloud spectral library is an extensively curated online library that contains high-quality, fully annotated Orbitrap based MSn spectral data
  • mzLogic uses all of the available data to aid in ranking putative identifications, streamlining the unknown contaminant identification workflow.
  • mzVault software offers a solution for laboratories that wish to perform offline data processing, or the power to build and search their own propriety libraries.
  • Seamless connection with TraceFinder software for targeted screening and quantitation workflows.

TraceFinder Software

Drive your productivity with built-in intelligence provided through TraceFinder software acquisition and data processing which enables control of multi-channel LC, single quadrupole, triple quadrupole and high-resolution LC-MS systems. This control helps streamline and standardize operating procedures, minimizing training requirements and simplifying lab operations. Quantitation is simplified for both large and small molecule lists such as PFAS and other contaminants through:

  • Template-driven workflows
  • Smart sample flagging
  • Compound databases for method building
  • In-depth data visualization capabilities
  • A customizable user interface
  • Automated custom reporting

Solid Phase Extraction Consumables

Select from our broad range of solid phase extraction (SPE) consumables to solve your sample preparation challenges. They have been tailored for a broad spectrum of sample and application requirements as well as sample volume and throughput constraints. Choose from a large variety of stationary phases in cartridge, well plate, tip and other formats. Be sure to discover our latest revolutionary SPE innovation—the first fritless Thermo Scientific SOLA SPE plates and cartridges.

EQuan MAX Plus System for water testing

Screen for trace contaminants in water and beverages quickly, easily, and with greater confidence using a Thermo Scientific EQuan MAX Plus LC-MS system. Exposure to pesticides, pharmaceuticals, personal care products, endocrine disruptors, and perfluorinated compounds in water is a significant health concern. The EQuan MAX Plus LC-MS system provides a turn-key solution for screening, identification, and quantitation of trace contaminants in environmental water, drinking water and beverage samples.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

Compound Discoverer Software

The challenge for small-molecule analysis is to efficiently identify contaminants in complex environmental samples. Environmental scientists typically manually process and integrate their data using multiple third party applications or rely on third party experts. With a comprehensive, integrated set of libraries, databases, and statistical analysis tools able to link in customizable workflows, the Thermo Scientific™ Compound Discoverer™ software streamlines unknown identification. Both the mzCloud spectral library and mzVault software integrate with Compound Discoverer software to create flexible small-molecule data-processing workflows.

  • mzCloud spectral library is an extensively curated online library that contains high-quality, fully annotated Orbitrap based MSn spectral data
  • mzLogic uses all of the available data to aid in ranking putative identifications, streamlining the unknown contaminant identification workflow.
  • mzVault software offers a solution for laboratories that wish to perform offline data processing, or the power to build and search their own propriety libraries.
  • Seamless connection with TraceFinder software for targeted screening and quantitation workflows.

TraceFinder Software

Drive your productivity with built-in intelligence provided through TraceFinder software acquisition and data processing which enables control of multi-channel LC, single quadrupole, triple quadrupole and high-resolution LC-MS systems. This control helps streamline and standardize operating procedures, minimizing training requirements and simplifying lab operations. Quantitation is simplified for both large and small molecule lists such as PFAS and other contaminants through:

  • Template-driven workflows
  • Smart sample flagging
  • Compound databases for method building
  • In-depth data visualization capabilities
  • A customizable user interface
  • Automated custom reporting

Solid Phase Extraction Consumables

Select from our broad range of solid phase extraction (SPE) consumables to solve your sample preparation challenges. They have been tailored for a broad spectrum of sample and application requirements as well as sample volume and throughput constraints. Choose from a large variety of stationary phases in cartridge, well plate, tip and other formats. Be sure to discover our latest revolutionary SPE innovation—the first fritless Thermo Scientific SOLA SPE plates and cartridges.

EQuan MAX Plus System for water testing

Screen for trace contaminants in water and beverages quickly, easily, and with greater confidence using a Thermo Scientific EQuan MAX Plus LC-MS system. Exposure to pesticides, pharmaceuticals, personal care products, endocrine disruptors, and perfluorinated compounds in water is a significant health concern. The EQuan MAX Plus LC-MS system provides a turn-key solution for screening, identification, and quantitation of trace contaminants in environmental water, drinking water and beverage samples.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

TraceFinder Software

Drive your productivity with built-in intelligence provided through TraceFinder software acquisition and data processing which enables control of multi-channel LC, single quadrupole, triple quadrupole and high-resolution LC-MS systems. This control helps streamline and standardize operating procedures, minimizing training requirements and simplifying lab operations. Quantitation is simplified for both large and small molecule lists such as PFAS and other contaminants through:

  • Template-driven workflows
  • Smart sample flagging
  • Compound databases for method building
  • In-depth data visualization capabilities
  • A customizable user interface
  • Automated custom reporting

Solid Phase Extraction Consumables

Select from our broad range of solid phase extraction (SPE) consumables to solve your sample preparation challenges. They have been tailored for a broad spectrum of sample and application requirements as well as sample volume and throughput constraints. Choose from a large variety of stationary phases in cartridge, well plate, tip and other formats. Be sure to discover our latest revolutionary SPE innovation—the first fritless Thermo Scientific SOLA SPE plates and cartridges.

EQuan MAX Plus System for water testing

Screen for trace contaminants in water and beverages quickly, easily, and with greater confidence using a Thermo Scientific EQuan MAX Plus LC-MS system. Exposure to pesticides, pharmaceuticals, personal care products, endocrine disruptors, and perfluorinated compounds in water is a significant health concern. The EQuan MAX Plus LC-MS system provides a turn-key solution for screening, identification, and quantitation of trace contaminants in environmental water, drinking water and beverage samples.

Orbitrap Exploris 120 mass spectrometer

Achieve the maximum level of confidence in your high-resolution mass spectrometry results for both screening and quantitation using the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris120 mass spectrometer. With ultra high resolution capability, the Exploris 120 MS eliminates concerns over false positives or negatives by eliminating matrix interferences and delivering high mass accuracy to generate only reliable results. By significantly accelerating the path to confident results for both expert and novice MS users, the Exploris 120 MS delivers premium performance at an affordable price.

TraceFinder Software

Drive your productivity with built-in intelligence provided through TraceFinder software acquisition and data processing which enables control of multi-channel LC, single quadrupole, triple quadrupole and high-resolution LC-MS systems. This control helps streamline and standardize operating procedures, minimizing training requirements and simplifying lab operations. Quantitation is simplified for both large and small molecule lists such as PFAS and other contaminants through:

  • Template-driven workflows
  • Smart sample flagging
  • Compound databases for method building
  • In-depth data visualization capabilities
  • A customizable user interface
  • Automated custom reporting

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