PCBs in Water - WP
SIAL/PE1033 - Concentrate for dilution to 1L, Proficiency Testing Material
Synonym: WP - PCBs
Product Type: Chemical
application(s) | environmental |
concentration | in acetone |
format | matrix material |
packaging | ampule of 2 × 2 mL |
Quality Level | 100 ![]() |
storage temp. | 2-8°C |
Application: | PCBs in Water - WP is a non-potable water (NPW) PT standard, suitable for testing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in water pollution/wastewater. Have any questions? Explore our FAQs ![]() For more information on this product, please contact our PT Service Team ![]() |
Features and Benefits: | We have a vast portfolio of environmental PT schemes with "fit-for-purpose" samples to help you meet the needs of the laboratory. Our proficiency testing (PT) program is a benchmark to: • provide staff with an insight into their laboratory′s performance, to verify the accuracy and reliability of their testing process • provide a comparison of performance with that of other laboratories, nationally and internationally • test and educate staff, provide a better understanding of the impact of incorrect results and identify areas where there may be problems • provide an independent evaluation of laboratory performance • demonstrate to clients, colleagues and accreditation bodies that there is a commitment to quality |
General description: | PCBs in Water - WP proficiency testing material is produced in accordance with ISO/IEC 17043:2010. Also referred to as non-Potable water or Water Pollution sample, this product is produced according to TNI requirements. However, please note, this sample may include non-TNI analytes as well. The higher criteria from the TNI tables mimic the levels common to wastewater samples. The PT portfolio allows our test components to offer significant performance data to monitor and prove competency to customers, accreditation bodies or both. Supelco® is a global proficiency testing (PT) provider that manufactures best-in-class environmental and pharmaceutical PT products. Most water PT samples are available as concentrates or ready-to-use volumes giving the end-user flexibility in selecting samples that will fit their exact needs. Our WP program is designed to meet the quality assurance requirements, thereby ensuring the analytical competence of your laboratory. These samples are typically provided in duplicate for use in case of lab mishap, for QC purposes or to analyze multiple methods. Type of PT Scheme: Water analysis - Water Pollution (WP) Matrix: Water Pollution/Wastewater Analyte/s: Values of analytes vary lot to lot. All information regarding the use of PCBs in Water - WP Proficiency Testing standard can be found in the reporting packet which will be available to download at PT Portal ![]() |
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Preparation Note: | Description • This PT sample is packaged as a 1.5 mL concentrate. • The solvent for this sample in acetone. • The PT sample is not preserved. Sample Preparation • This ampule contains one Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) as an Aroclor mixture in Acetone. • When prepared according to instructions, the concentration of Aroclor will be less than 15 μg/L. • To prepare solution, add 1-L of reagent water to a 2-L separatory funnel. • Open ampule PE1033-2ML (be careful to avoid cuts on glass) and transfer exactly 1.0 mL of the concentrate to the separatory funnel. • Mix well. • The sample is now ready for analysis. • For calculations, assume initial sample volume was 1000 mL. |
Storage and Stability: | Please refer to sample label for expiration date, specific storage temperature, and specific storage conditions. |
Symbol | ![]() ![]() |
Signal word | Danger |
Hazard statements | H225 - H319 - H336 - H412 |
Precautionary statements | P210 - P233 - P240 - P241 - P273 - P305 + P351 + P338 |
Hazard Codes | F,Xi |
Risk Statements | 11-36-52/53-66-67 |
Safety Statements | 16-26-61 |
RIDADR | UN1090 - class 3 - PG 2 - Acetone, solution |
WGK Germany | WGK 2 |
Flash Point(F) | 1.4 °F - closed cup - Solve |
Flash Point(C) | -17 °C - closed cup - Solve |
Supplemental Hazard Statements | EUH066 |
Storage Temp. | 2-8°C |
UNSPSC | 41116107 |
Components | Aroclor-1016 (PCB-1016) 2-10 μg/L; Aroclor-1221 (PCB-1221) 2-10 μg/L; Aroclor-1232 (PCB-1232) 2-10 μg/L; Aroclor-1242 (PCB-1242) 2-10 μg/L; Aroclor-1248 (PCB-1248) 2-10 μg/L; Aroclor-1254 (PCB-1254) 2-10 μg/L; Aroclor-1260 (PCB-1260) 2-10 μg/L; Aroclor-1262 (PCB-1262) 2-10 μg/L; Aroclor-1268 (PCB-1268) 2-10 μg/L |