Parent compounds, or metabolites and degradation residuals, should not cause harm to the environment in which they end up by having any kind of toxic effect. To establish this, we offer ecotoxicity testing at Normec OWS. We do ecotoxicity testing on parent compounds, or on the residuals after degradation in various environments, to ensure that the materials used will not damage ecosystems.
Ecotoxicity testing evaluates the potential toxic effect of residuals, which are left behind after biodegrading. When this happens, these can inhibit plant growth or diminish the survival of soil fauna.
To establish this potential effect, ecotoxicity testing can be performed on different kinds of material, as well as intermediates, final products, inks, adhesives, varnishes, masterbatches, and additives.
We offer the following kinds of terrestrial toxicity testing:
These tests can be modified according to your needs.
We offer the following kinds of aqueous toxicity testing:
Marine testing
Freshwater testing
Yes, we are recognized by DIN CERTCO in line with ISO 17025. This accreditation covers all test procedures and standards with regard to compostability and biodegradation. Additionally, we are ISO 17025 accredited by BELAC for our compost analyses and also recognized by TÜV Austria. Normec OWS is also ISO 17020 accredited for inspection services and ISO 14001 approved for environmental management. View our recognitions & certificates.
Our main offices are located in Ghent, Belgium. We also have a subsidiary located in Kettering, Ohio to serve the needs of our American customers.
Testing duration depends on the specific type of test and the product itself. This can range from a couple of weeks for material characteristics testing, to months or even years for biodegradation testing. As these are microbial processes, we cannot predict the exact duration beforehand.
