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NANOMATERIALS

FILAB, first French ISO 17025 laboratory accredited by COFRAC for nanomaterials

characterization on raw materials and finished products

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NANOMATERIALS

FILAB, 1st French laboratory accredited by COFRAC ISO 17025 for nanomaterials characterization of raw materials and finished products

DEFINITIONS, REGULATIONS & NORMS OF NANOMATERIALS​

how to perform nano classification

Why realising nanometrics classification

To optimise your performance and/or better assess the impact of nanomaterials, it is necessary to rely on reliable and accurate measurement data. Beyond their nanometric nature, nanoparticles have specific properties that need to be controlled, such as: particle size distribution, specific surface area, chemical composition, etc. The FILAB laboratory can assist you in the monitoring and quality control of your nanometric materials.

How to analyse Metal Oxides?

SEM-EDX analysis:

For an analysis of a raw material such as metal oxide (TiO2, sillicon oxide, zinc oxide, etc.) we prefer the SEM-EDX technique to determine the size and shape of nanoparticles.

How to analyse
Metal Oxides?

SEM-EDX analysis:

For an analysis of a raw material such as metal oxide (TiO2, sillicon oxide, zinc oxide, etc.) we prefer the SEM-EDX technique to determine the size and shape of nanoparticles.

How to analyse other
types of raw materials?

Decision Tree Analysis : Step 1: measurement of the specific surface by BET (VSSA) Step 2: qualitative study of particle morphology by SEM Step 3: particle composition study by SEM-EDX or SP-ICPMS

How to analyse other
types of raw materials?

Decision Tree Analysis :

Step 1: measurement of the specific surface by BET (VSSA)
Step 2: qualitative study of particle morphology by SEM
Step 3: particle composition study by SEM-EDX or SP-ICPMS

How to analyse all types
of finished products?

Preparation & SEM-EDX analysis:  For the extraction of a cosmetic product, it is necessary to provide its INCI list. For other products, the list of ingredients must be provided. After preparation, the samples are analysed by SEM-EDX for particle size and number distribution.

How to analyse all types
of finished products?

Preparation & SEM-EDX analysis: 

For the extraction of a cosmetic product, it is necessary to provide its INCI list. For other products, the list of ingredients must be provided. After preparation, the samples are analysed by SEM-EDX for particle size and number distribution.

Why FILAB?

COFRAC ISO 17025 accreditation
FILAB is the 1st French laboratory to obtain COFRAC ISO 17025 accreditation in this field
2 SEM-EDX
The FILAB laboratory is equipped with 2 SEM-EDX for your nanomaterial analyses.
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Notre spécialiste Thomas Gautier vous parle nano :

Qui est Thomas Gautier ?

Disposant d’une solide expérience dans la caractérisation de nanomatériaux et l’analyse de contaminations particulaires, Thomas rejoint FILAB en 2018, avec la volonté de développer les compétences de notre laboratoire autour de ces thématiques. Thomas coordonne aujourd’hui les activités du département Expertise matériaux, et assure un support technique dans la prise en charge de vos demandes d’analyses de nanomatériaux et nanoparticules.

"Nano" cases by filab

"Nano" cases by filab :

Research of Nanomaterials
in cosmetic cream

Testing for nanomaterials in cosmetic products is a common analysis, especially in creams as above. We also often analyse make-up products such as matting powders.

Research of Nanomaterials
in sugar

FILAB was contacted for a search for microplastics by SEM-EDX in sugar. Subsequently, we performed particle counting by Optical Microscope and particle identification by type.

Research of Nanoparticles
in textiles

A company contacted us to characterise the presence of Silver nanoparticles in their range of socks. Indeed, Silver has antibacterial properties! The company wanted to know whether the fibres in the silver coating were continuous or in nano form. 

I have a nano request :

Please note that FILAB provides services only to professionals