Laboratory Analysis
Discover how our testing solutions help quantify and classify microplastic levels in your water. At PolyGone, we prioritize precision and quality in all aspects of our microplastic analysis services utilizing our state of the art Princeton laboratory.
PolyGone’s microplastic testing services are open to everyone. Whether you’re conducting academic research, managing industrial operations, or simply curious about the microplastic content in your tap water, we’re here to provide reliable and accurate results tailored to your needs.
All measurements taken in our lab are conducted using accredited methods including targeted microplastic staining, fluorescence microscopy, FTIR, and Pyrolysis GC-MS.
Our basic lab analysis service starts at $349 per sample
Laboratory Services
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Used to rapidly identify a microplastic count per liter water sample. Cannot be used to determine the type of microplastics present in a sample.
Included in the basic analysis service.
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A more intensive analytical method that can accurately provide a microplastic particle count per liter of water sampled in addition identifying the chemical composition of plastics present.
Not included in the basic analysis service. If you are interested in FTIR, please contact analysis@projectplastic.site for a free quote.
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An intensive analytical method that can accurately identify the chemical composition and mass of microplastics present in a water sample.
Not included in the basic analysis service. If you are interested in pyrolysis GC-MS analysis, please contact analysis@projectplastic.site for a free quote.
How Our Service Works
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Submit a microplastics analysis request and purchase your lab test today via the ‘test my water today’ icon.
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Follow the instructions provided below on how to submit your water sample: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fi4dCYXALSL1Z5Uk_ZxBMWrU7f3LTpcU/view?usp=sharing
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Wait for our team to process and analyse your sample in our laboratory using your desired analysis methodology.
The typical lead time for this process is 2 weeks
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Receive your final report
Certifications & Qualifications
Our team comprises experienced chemists and analysts trained in the latest microplastic identification techniques. With extensive experience handling diverse water samples—including domestic water, natural water, and wastewater—we understand the unique challenges of each.
Our procedures strictly adhere to ASTM standard D8333-20, ensuring the accurate preparation and analysis of water samples with varying levels of suspended solids to identify and quantify microplastic particles and fibers. Our laboratory is an ISO certified Wetlab, located in Princeton, NJ.
