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Drinking Water Analytical Services

Analytical Capabilities

Whether you need to comply with complex drinking water regulations or analyze for an emerging contaminant, UL offers comprehensive analytical services and a cutting-edge research and development department to provide you with the most up-to-date capabilities on the market.

We perform virtually all chemical and microbiological analyses, including organic and inorganic constituents, pesticides and herbicides, volatile organic chemicals, radiochemistry, and disinfection byproducts. With one phone call, you can preorder all sampling supplies. Our test kit includes all sample collection materials, including bottles, preservatives, ice packs, coolers, collection instructions and a chain of custody.

Along with our compliance services, we offer a wide range of specialized analytical services, including:

  • Broad spectrum ICPMS analysis for metals
  • Explosives
  • Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs)
  • Flame retardants
  • Nitrosamines
  • Perfluorochemicals/perfluorosurfactants
  • Pesticide degradation products
  • Pharmaceutically active compounds (PhACs) and personal care products (PCPs)
  • Trivalent arsenic
  • Trace-level perchlorate analysis
  • Unregulated pesticides

Our laboratory is certified in 48 states and Puerto Rico, making it the most certified laboratory for drinking water analysis in the U.S.. We maintain hundreds of state formats, so your report arrives formatted to meet your state's requirements, eliminating the need to re-enter data and track down forms.

Additionally, our staff's knowledge of drinking water regulations and specific state requirements provides you with confidence that your testing will meet all requirements, minimizing costly sample recollections and out-of-compliance notifications.

Our customer service team is dedicated to providing the highest quality service on the market and looks forward to assisting you with your project requirements.

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Contact Us

For more information on UL's drinking water analytical services you may email us or call +1-800-332-4345. You may also wish to visit our FAQs.