Certified standard for measurement of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) released
IRMM has released a certified calibration solution reference material for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) analysis: 15 PAHs in toluene (ERM-AC213)
PAHs are formed by inappropriate heat treatment of organic matter containing material such as food or in combustion processes. They are carcinogens and therefore need to be monitored in the environment and food, respectively, by the analysis of indicator PAHs, which are represented in ERM-AC213. Maximum levels for PAHs are defined in European legislation such as Commission Regulation (EC) 208/2005 on PAHs in food, Water Framework Directive 2000/60/EC, air quality Directive 2008/50/EC and Directive 2008/105/EC setting environmental quality standards.
ERM-AC213 consists of 2 mL of a solution of 15 PAHs in toluene at a mass fraction levels ranging from 2.76 ± 0.05 μg/g and 3.09 ± 0.04 μg/g. It is intended for instrument calibration and assessment of trueness of own calibrants.
The certified values are based on gravimetry. The uncertainties of the certified values include contributions from the weighing procedure and from homogeneity and stability assessments. Preparation and certification of ERM-AC213 is described in detail in the certification report. More information about ERM-AC213 can be found on the IRMM webpage.
The material has been processed and certified according to the ISO Guides 34 and 35.
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