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Pesticide Residue Analysis AOAC 2000.03 Pesticide Testing in Baby Food ProductsAOAC 2001.01 Identification of Carbamate Pesticides in BerriesAOAC 2003.06 Determination of Synthetic Pyrethroids in VegetablesAOAC 2006.01 Analysis of Pesticide Residues in Dried FruitsAOAC 2007.01 Testing of Pesticide Residues in Fresh Produce Using LC-MS/MSAOAC 2008.08 Chlorpyrifos Residue Analysis in Animal FeedAOAC 2008.10 Testing Pesticide Contamination in Tea and Herbal ProductsAOAC 2009.01 Analysis of Pesticides in Tomato and Tomato PasteAOAC 2011.02 Multi-Residue Method for Pesticides in Grain SamplesAOAC 2012.03 Detection of Dithiocarbamate Pesticides in LegumesAOAC 2013.07 Testing of Glyphosate in Agricultural CommoditiesAOAC 2014.01 GC-MS Method for Pesticide Analysis in TomatoesAOAC 2015.01 Evaluation of Pesticide Residue in HoneyAOAC 2015.01 Pesticide Residue Testing in Leafy GreensAOAC 2016.01 Pesticide Residue Testing in Edible FlowersAOAC 2016.02 Pesticide Detection in Fruit JuicesAOAC 2020.01 LC-MS Screening of Fungicides in Leafy GreensAOAC 970.52 Pesticide Screening in Citrus FruitsAOAC 980.21 Testing of Synthetic Insecticides in Coffee BeansAOAC 990.06 Pesticide Residue Analysis in Dairy ProductsAOAC 991.07 Detection of Pesticides in Milk and Dairy ProductsAOAC 991.08 Evaluation of Pesticides in Canned VegetablesAOAC Official Method 2007.01 Pesticide Testing in Cereal GrainsASTM D3086 Residue Analysis for Herbicides in Agricultural RunoffASTM D5513 Pesticide Extraction and Analysis in Soil Using Solvent MethodsASTM D5613 Testing of Herbicide Residues in Environmental Water SamplesASTM D6503 Detection of Pesticide Residues in Drinking WaterASTM D6569 Detection of Organoarsenic Pesticides in FeedASTM D6629 Identification of Organo-Sulfur Pesticides in Agricultural SoilsASTM D7013 Analysis of Pesticide Runoff from Agricultural FieldsASTM D7238 Determination of Pesticides in Compost SamplesASTM D7275 Quantitative Determination of Insecticides in SoilASTM D7286 Measurement of Residual Pesticide in Feed AdditivesASTM D7579 LC-MS Method for Neonicotinoid Residues in VegetablesASTM D7599 Identification of Trace Pesticides in Surface WaterASTM D7795 Herbicide Residue Analysis in GrainsASTM D7913 Evaluation of Airborne Pesticides Around Cultivated AreasCEN/TS 17061 Pesticide Residue Analysis in Baby Food ProductsEN 12393-1 GC Analysis of Pesticides in Oils and FatsEN 12393-1 GC-MS Screening of Organochlorine Pesticides in ProduceEN 12393-2 Determination of Pesticide Residues in Nuts and SeedsEN 12393-3 GC-ECD for Multi-Residue Analysis in Edible OilsEN 1528-2 Analysis of Chlorinated Pesticides in Animal FatsEN 1528-2 Pesticide Testing in Animal-Origin Foods Using GC-ECDEN 15285 Residue Testing in Processed Meat ProductsEN 15562 Pesticide Detection in Water Using LC-MS/MSEN 15637 Pesticide Residue Quantification in Processed CerealsEN 15637 Pesticide Residue Testing in Organic FruitsEN 15638 Detection of Herbicide Residues in Fruit JuicesEN 15662 QuEChERS-Based Pesticide Residue Screening in Plant-Derived FoodsEN 15741 LC-MS Determination of Pesticides in Oils and FatsEN 16167 Determination of Pesticides in Bottled BeveragesEN 16309 Testing of Pesticide Residues in Cereal-Based Infant FoodsEN 16885 Residue Testing of Fungicides in Leafy VegetablesEN 16886 Testing of Pesticides in Root and Tuber VegetablesEN 17409 GC-MS Method for Detecting Residues in Rice ProductsEPA 3535A Solid-Phase Extraction for Pesticide Analysis in Liquid SamplesEPA 3550C Ultrasonic Extraction of Pesticides from Soil SamplesEPA 525.2 Pesticide Monitoring in Treated Drinking WaterEPA 8081B Analysis of Organochlorine Pesticides in GroundwaterEPA 8081B Organochlorine Pesticide Residue Testing in Drinking WaterEPA 8141B Analysis of Organophosphorus Pesticides in Solid WasteEPA 8141B Organophosphorus Pesticide Testing in Agricultural ProductsEPA 8142 Analysis of Sulfonylurea Herbicides in Soil and SedimentEPA 8150 Pesticide Residue Testing in Drinking Water SystemsEPA 8151A GC Method for Chlorinated Herbicides in Drinking WaterEPA 8270D Pesticide Residue Testing in Soil SamplesEPA 8270D Semi-Volatile Organic Compound Testing in Pesticide FormulationsEPA 8321B Pesticide Analysis in Non-Aqueous Liquids by HPLCEPA 8321B Testing Semi-Volatile Pesticides in Solid MatricesEPA 8325B Detection of Pesticide Compounds in StormwaterEPA 8327 Quantification of Pesticide Residue in Agricultural RunoffEPA 8351 Pesticide Leachate Analysis in Agricultural AreasISO 10695 Pesticide Residue Analysis in Wine and Grape JuiceISO 11333 Multi-Class Pesticide Detection in Processed FoodsISO 15954 Detection of Organochlorines in Fish and Aquatic SamplesISO 15954 GC Determination of Pesticide Residues in Fatty FoodsISO 16393 Pesticide Residue Testing in Cocoa and ChocolateISO 17025 Based Pesticide Residue Analysis in Fruits and VegetablesISO 17892 Screening of Pesticide Residues in Citrus-Based BeveragesISO 18872 Analysis of Pyrethroid Pesticides in Animal Origin FoodISO 19740 Method for the Detection of Triazole Pesticides in FruitsISO 20278 Method for Fungicide Detection in Wine and BeerISO 20436 Screening for Pyrethroid Pesticides in Grain SamplesISO 20884 Testing of Pesticides in Tea Using ChromatographyISO 2164 Evaluation of Persistent Organic Pesticides in Agricultural SamplesISO 22258 Based Pesticide Detection in Tea and Herbal ProductsISO 22509 Determination of Pesticide Residues in HoneyISO 22890 Method for Multi-Class Pesticide Residue Analysis in Fruits and VegetablesISO 23432 Determination of Insecticide Residues in Poultry MeatISO 23688 Compliant Testing of Pesticide Residues in Animal TissueISO 24665 Pesticide Residue Assessment in Organic ProduceISO 24845 Detection of Pesticide Residue in Baked GoodsISO 25102 Testing for Pesticide Residues in Spices and SeasoningsISO 25270 Testing for Pesticide Contamination in Organic Dairy ProductsISO 6468 Determination of Organochlorine Pesticides in Surface WaterISO 6468 Determination of Pesticide Residues in Surface WaterOECD 504 Residue Testing of Pesticides in Animal FeedOECD 506 Determination of Pesticide Degradation in Stored CropsOECD 509 Screening for Pesticide Residues in Fatty FoodsOECD 510 Analytical Methods for Pesticides in Agricultural SoilOECD 511 Residue Testing for Pesticides in Horticultural Crops

EN 15662 Compliant Multi-Residue Pesticide Analysis Using QuEChERS: Eurolabs Laboratory Testing Service

The European Standard EN 15662, titled Multi-residue methods using gas chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (GC-MS/MS) and liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), is a widely accepted standard for the analysis of multi-residue pesticides in food and feed samples. This standard provides a framework for laboratories to conduct reliable and accurate analyses, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

EN 15662 is developed by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) through a collaborative effort involving experts from various countries. The standard covers the analytical methodology for detecting and quantifying pesticides in food and feed samples using gas chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (GC-MS/MS) and liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS).

The legal and regulatory framework surrounding EN 15662 Compliant Multi-Residue Pesticide Analysis Using QuEChERS testing is governed by various international and national standards. Some of the key regulations include:

  • European Unions (EU) Food Safety Regulation (EC) No. 396/2005

  • EUs General Food Law Regulation (EC) No. 178/2002

  • International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 17025:2017, General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories

  • ASTM E2759-19, Standard Practice for the Analysis of Pesticide Residues in Foods by Gas Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry

    • Eurolabs QuEChERS laboratory testing service is designed to meet the requirements of EN 15662 and other relevant standards. Our experienced professionals follow a rigorous quality control process to ensure that all samples are analyzed accurately and efficiently.

    EN 15662 Compliant Multi-Residue Pesticide Analysis Using QuEChERS testing is essential for various industries, including food processing, agriculture, and feed production. The consequences of not performing this test can be severe, including:

  • Contamination of products with toxic pesticides

  • Non-compliance with regulatory requirements

  • Damage to brand reputation and customer trust

  • Economic losses due to product recalls or destruction

    • The need for EN 15662 Compliant Multi-Residue Pesticide Analysis Using QuEChERS testing arises from the following reasons:

  • Ensuring product safety and quality

  • Compliance with regulatory requirements

  • Protection of consumers and public health

  • Prevention of economic losses

  • Maintenance of brand reputation and customer trust

    • The industries and sectors that require EN 15662 Compliant Multi-Residue Pesticide Analysis Using QuEChERS testing include:

  • Food processing (meat, dairy, fruits, vegetables)

  • Agriculture (crops, livestock)

  • Feed production (animal feed, pet food)

    • Risk factors associated with non-compliance include:

  • Toxicity to humans and animals

  • Contamination of products

  • Economic losses due to product recalls or destruction

    • Quality assurance and quality control aspects are crucial in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of test results. Eurolabs QuEChERS laboratory testing service adheres to a rigorous quality control process, including:

  • Calibration and validation procedures

  • Measurement and analysis methods

  • Quality control measures during testing

  • Data collection and recording procedures

    • EN 15662 Compliant Multi-Residue Pesticide Analysis Using QuEChERS testing involves the following steps:

    1. Sample Preparation: Grind or homogenize the sample to ensure uniform distribution of pesticides.

    2. Extraction: Use a solvent, such as acetonitrile, to extract pesticides from the sample.

    3. Clean-up: Remove impurities and excess solvent using anhydrous magnesium sulfate and sodium chloride.

    4. Detection: Analyze the extract using GC-MS/MS or LC-MS/MS.

    The testing equipment and instruments used include:

  • Gas chromatograph-tandem mass spectrometer (GC-MS/MS)

  • Liquid chromatograph-tandem mass spectrometer (LC-MS/MS)

  • Sample preparation equipment, such as grinders and homogenizers

  • Analytical balance and other laboratory equipment

    • The testing environment requirements are:

  • Temperature: 20C 2C

  • Humidity: 50 10

  • Pressure: Normal atmospheric pressure

    • Eurolabs experienced professionals follow a standardized procedure for sample preparation, extraction, clean-up, detection, and reporting.

    The test report provided by Eurolab includes:

  • Sample identification

  • Analytical method used

  • Results of pesticide analysis

  • Limit of detection (LOD) and limit of quantification (LOQ)

  • Accuracy and precision statements

    • Eurolabs reporting format is designed to meet the requirements of EN 15662 and other relevant standards. Our reports are easily interpretable, ensuring that clients can make informed decisions based on test results.

    Conclusion

    EN 15662 Compliant Multi-Residue Pesticide Analysis Using QuEChERS testing is a critical requirement for various industries, including food processing, agriculture, and feed production. Eurolabs laboratory testing service adheres to a rigorous quality control process, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of test results.

    Our experienced professionals are committed to delivering high-quality services that meet the requirements of EN 15662 and other relevant standards. By choosing Eurolab for your QuEChERS laboratory testing needs, you can be assured of:

  • Accurate and reliable test results

  • Compliance with regulatory requirements

  • Protection of product safety and quality

  • Prevention of economic losses

    • Contact us today to learn more about our QuEChERS laboratory testing services and how we can help you meet the requirements of EN 15662.

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