Biodegradation and Ecotoxicity Tests

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Biodegradation and Ecotoxicity

The Biodegradation and Aquatic Toxicity Service at the Institute for Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (IQAC-CSIC) offers standardized tests based on OECD technical guidelines to evaluate the biodegradability and aquatic toxicity of organic compounds in aquatic environments. We serve clients from industry, public administration, universities, and research centers, ensuring quality results through advanced technology and a team of expert professionals.

Services

Biodegradation Tests

Aerobic Biodegradability

Ready Biodegradability
- CO2 Headspace test (OECD301-ISO 14593)
- Manometric Respirometry (OECD 301F)
- Closed Bottle test (OECD 301D)
- Modified
Inherently Biodegradable (Zahn-Wellens Test, OECD 302B)
Biodegradation in Seawater (OECD 306)

Anaerobic Biodegradability

Biogas production test (OECD 311)

Effects on Biotic Systems

Daphnia magna immobilization test (OECD 202)
Bioluminescent Bacteria Test (Microtox)
Activated Sludge inhibition respiration test (OECD 209)
Inhibition of Biogas Production from Anaerobically Sewage Sludge (OECD 224)

Applications

of our tests

REACH Registration

Sustainable Product Development

Environmental Impact Assessments

Specialized Technical Advice

Our team offers comprehensive technical support, from selecting the most suitable test to interpreting results and providing recommendations for regulatory compliance.

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