Environmental and Water Testing
PFAS Testing Laboratory in France
BJL Laboratoires provides laboratory testing for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water, environmental water, groundwater, process water and industrial effluents. Samples can be sent to our laboratory in France from European and international clients, subject to confirmation of sampling, packaging and transport conditions. COFRAC Accredited Laboratory.
Targeted PFAS testing is performed using liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), allowing the identification and quantification of selected PFAS at low concentrations.
20 PFAS Drinking Water Test – €139 excl. VAT
€139 excluding VAT per sample
€166.80 including 20% French VAT where applicable
- 20 PFAS analysed;
- required sample volume: 100 mL;
- sampling bottle: supplied by BJL Laboratoires;
- laboratory report: included;
- turnaround time: 7 days after receipt and acceptance of the sample.
Order the 20 PFAS Drinking Water Test – €139 excl. VAT
For international shipments, multiple samples, other water matrices or custom PFAS programmes, please contact BJL Laboratoires before sending samples.
PFAS Analysis by LC-MS/MS
PFAS are a large family of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances used in many industrial processes and technical products. Their chemical stability can result in persistence in water and other environmental matrices.
BJL Laboratoires provides targeted PFAS analysis using LC-MS/MS. The analytical programme can be selected according to:
- the type of sample or water matrix;
- the PFAS compounds of interest;
- the required limits of quantification;
- the regulatory or environmental context;
- the number of samples;
- the required turnaround time.
What Types of Samples Can Be Tested for PFAS?
Drinking Water
Testing of drinking water and water intended for human consumption, including the 20 PFAS included in the European drinking-water parameter.
Groundwater
PFAS analysis of groundwater, boreholes, monitoring wells and environmental investigation samples.
Surface Water
Testing of rivers, lakes and other environmental waters for targeted PFAS compounds.
Industrial Effluents
PFAS testing of process water, wash water, industrial effluents and aqueous discharges.
20 PFAS in Drinking Water
The European Drinking Water Directive defines a “Sum of PFAS” parameter covering 20 PFAS. The parametric value for the sum of these 20 substances is 0.10 µg/L, equivalent to 100 ng/L.
BJL Laboratoires offers a standard laboratory service for the analysis of these 20 PFAS in drinking water at €139 excluding VAT per sample.
Which PFAS Can Be Analysed?
The PFAS compounds selected for analysis depend on the sample matrix and the objective of the investigation. Frequently targeted substances include:
- PFBA – perfluorobutanoic acid;
- PFPeA – perfluoropentanoic acid;
- PFHxA – perfluorohexanoic acid;
- PFHpA – perfluoroheptanoic acid;
- PFOA – perfluorooctanoic acid;
- PFNA – perfluorononanoic acid;
- PFDA – perfluorodecanoic acid;
- PFBS – perfluorobutane sulfonic acid;
- PFHxS – perfluorohexane sulfonic acid;
- PFOS – perfluorooctane sulfonic acid.
Additional PFAS can be included depending on the analytical programme, sample type and required investigation. For a specific request, please provide the compound names or CAS numbers so that the laboratory can assess analytical feasibility.
PFAS Testing for Industrial Effluents and Process Water
PFAS can also be investigated in industrial water matrices, including:
- process water;
- wash water;
- industrial effluents;
- treated and untreated aqueous discharges;
- water from environmental monitoring programmes;
- water associated with contamination investigations.
For industrial applications, the list of compounds, limits of quantification, sampling requirements and analytical programme should be defined before samples are sent.
Contact BJL Laboratoires for a custom PFAS testing programme .
PFAS Sampling Precautions
Sampling is a critical step in PFAS testing. Certain materials and consumables may contain fluorinated compounds that can introduce contamination into the sample.
Depending on the analytical programme, precautions may include:
- using sampling bottles specified or supplied by the laboratory;
- avoiding uncontrolled use of PTFE and other fluoropolymer materials;
- clearly identifying the sampling point;
- recording the sampling date and time;
- following the specified storage conditions;
- avoiding cross-contamination between samples;
- confirming transport conditions before shipment.
For the standard 20 PFAS drinking-water service, BJL Laboratoires supplies the sampling bottle and requires 100 mL of water.
Send PFAS Samples to Our Laboratory in France
BJL Laboratoires is located in Sèvres, near Paris, France. Samples suitable for transport can be sent to the laboratory from France, other European countries and international locations.
Before shipping samples internationally, please contact the laboratory to confirm:
- the sample matrix;
- the PFAS compounds required;
- the sampling container;
- the minimum sample volume;
- storage requirements;
- transport conditions;
- expected transport time;
- any applicable customs or shipping requirements.
PFAS Laboratory Report
Depending on the analytical service selected, the PFAS laboratory report may include:
- the compounds analysed;
- compound identification;
- measured concentrations;
- reporting units;
- applicable limits of quantification;
- analytical observations where relevant.
Results can support drinking-water investigations, environmental assessments, industrial monitoring, contamination investigations and other analytical studies.
Why Choose BJL Laboratoires for PFAS Testing?
- French independent laboratory located near Paris;
- targeted PFAS analysis by LC-MS/MS;
- testing of drinking water, groundwater, environmental water and industrial effluents;
- standard online 20 PFAS drinking-water test available;
- custom analytical programmes for industrial and environmental projects;
- samples accepted from France, Europe and international clients subject to transport requirements;
- technical support for sampling, packaging and analytical programme definition.
Order PFAS Testing or Request a Quotation
Standard 20 PFAS Drinking Water Test
€139 excl. VAT per sample
100 mL sample – sampling bottle supplied – 7-day turnaround after receipt and acceptance.
Frequently Asked Questions About PFAS Testing
What is PFAS testing?
PFAS testing is the targeted identification and quantification of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in a sample. BJL Laboratoires uses LC-MS/MS for targeted PFAS analysis.
How much does a PFAS drinking-water test cost?
The standard BJL Laboratoires analysis of 20 PFAS in drinking water costs €139 excluding VAT per sample.
Can I test tap water for PFAS?
Yes. Drinking water collected from a tap can be analysed for the 20 PFAS included in the standard drinking-water service.
How much water is required?
The standard 20 PFAS drinking-water test requires 100 mL of sample. The sampling bottle is supplied by BJL Laboratoires.
Can BJL test groundwater for PFAS?
Yes. PFAS testing can be performed on groundwater and other environmental waters. The analytical programme should be defined according to the purpose of the investigation.
Can industrial effluents be tested for PFAS?
Yes. PFAS can be investigated in process water, wash water, industrial effluents and other aqueous discharges. A specific analytical programme is normally defined for these matrices.
Can samples be sent from outside France?
Yes. Suitable samples can be shipped to BJL Laboratoires from Europe and other countries, subject to prior confirmation of packaging, storage and transport conditions.