Heavy Metal Testing in Water
Heavy metal testing of water samples by ICP-MS from our Irvine and San Diego laboratories. Request a quote.
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Heavy Metal Testing for Water Testing ensures products meet the specific regulatory and quality standards required for market entry.
FDA Warns of Elevated Lead Levels in Dietary Supplement Products
The FDA issued safety warnings after detecting elevated lead concentrations in multiple supplement brands sold online, underscoring the need for independent third-party heavy metal testing before launch.
Qalitex Laboratories provides heavy metal testing tailored for water testing requirements. If you make or sell dietary supplements, food or cosmetics, a heavy metal test is usually one of the first lab reports a buyer, retailer or regulator asks for. Qalitex runs heavy metal testing by ICP-MS for dietary supplements, food products and cosmetic formulations, with experienced chemists and documented protocols, so you know what is in your product and whether it meets the limit that applies.
How Heavy Metal Testing Supports Water Testing
Water Testing requires documented evidence of product safety and quality. Qalitex provides the specific testing and documentation needed to support your water testing process, including detailed COA reports, method validation documentation, and expert consultation on testing scope.
How do you test a product for heavy metals?
The lab prepares the sample so the metals are dissolved in solution, measures each metal by ICP-MS, checks the run against quality controls, and reports a result for every metal. You then compare the result with the limit that applies to your product and market. If you are not sure which panel or method fits your product, ask before you ship the sample.
Why heavy metal testing is critical
Heavy metals like arsenic, lead, cadmium and mercury are toxic even at low concentrations. They can contaminate ingredients through soil, water, processing equipment and packaging. Regulators set limits to prevent harm such as neurotoxicity, kidney damage, developmental delays and carcinogenicity, and a failed or missing test can stop a product from being sold.
Heavy metals in supplements, food and cosmetics
Botanical and mineral ingredients, plant-based powders and extracts, and products made on metal equipment are common places for metals to show up, which is why testing is routine for dietary supplements and their raw materials. The same four metals matter in food and in cosmetic formulations. Testing the raw material and the finished batch can show where a problem enters.
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How It Works
Three simple steps to your results
Submit your samples
Ship samples to our Irvine or San Diego laboratory with your order form.
Testing & analysis
Our scientists run validated test methods.
Receive your CoA
Get a signed Certificate of Analysis within 48–72 hours.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What testing is required for water testing?
Water Testing typically requires identity testing, purity analysis, potency verification, and contaminant screening. The exact panel depends on your product type and target market. Qalitex Labs can recommend the appropriate testing scope for your specific water testing needs.
How long does testing take for water testing?
Standard turnaround at Qalitex is 5–7 business days, with rush 48-hour service available for most test types. We recommend planning testing 2–3 weeks ahead of your water testing deadline to allow for any retesting if needed.
What is your turnaround time?
Standard turnaround is 5–7 business days. Rush service with 48-hour turnaround is available for most test types. Contact us to discuss your timeline requirements.
What types of products do you test?
Qalitex tests dietary supplements (capsules, powders, gummies, liquids), cosmetics and personal care products, food and beverage items, botanical extracts, and raw materials. We serve brands, contract manufacturers, and Amazon FBA sellers.
How do I submit samples for testing?
Ship your samples to our Irvine or San Diego laboratory with a completed sample submission form. We provide prepaid shipping labels for qualifying orders. Results are delivered electronically via secure portal.
How do you test for heavy metals in a product?
The lab prepares the sample so the metals are in solution, measures each metal by ICP-MS, checks the run against quality controls and reports a result for every metal, which you compare with the limit that applies to your product.
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