Ecotoxicology

Chemex are a long established GLP Compliant laboratory based in UK, performing a range of studies including aquatic ecotoxicology, environmental fate and phys-chem tests along with a selection of terrestrial toxicology studies. We work for a broad international client base offering testing to both marine and freshwater organisms.  In addition, our Consultancy Group are on hand to assist with projects including laboratory auditing and training and have experience working in many countries around the globe.

Marine testing is primarily conducted for product registration under the Offshore Chemical Notification Scheme (OCNS). 

Ecotoxicology is the study of the toxic effects of substances on the constituents of an ecosystem

An extensive range of acute and chronic freshwater toxicity studies can be conducted at Chemex

The Ecotoxicology laboratory at Chemex is able to take full advantage of it’s comprehensive on-site analytical facility with a range of techniques available to suit many different purposes. 

An extensive range of studies to help assess the fate of a chemical in the environment

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Abiotic degradation - Hydrolysis as a function of pH

Marine Copepod (Acartia tonsa) Acute Toxicity Test (PARCOM)

Activated Sludge Respiration Inhibition Test (ASRIT) - Carbon and/or Ammonium Oxidation

Marine 72hr EC₅₀ Algal Growth Inhibition Study

Freshwater Algal Growth Inhibition Test (OECD 201, JMAFF, EC C3)

Freshwater Anaerobic Biodegradation Study