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Sample submissions - fresh produce

We follow European Community methods of sampling for pesticide residues and to that end would recommend the minimum sample sizes detailed below to be sent to us for analysis:

Commodity Crop Examples Minimum Sample Required
Light weight products
(up to 25 g)
Peas & Beans,
Brussels Sprouts,
Parsley & Herbs,
Mushrooms,
Salad Onions,
Radish,
Strawberries,
Bush Fruits,
Plums & Cherries
1 kg

Medium weight products
(25 g to 250 g)

Potatoes
Carrots
Broccoli
Tomatoes
Lettuce
Apples
Pears
1 kg
(at least 10 items)
Higher weight products
(over 250 g)
Cabbage
Swede
Marrow
Cucumber
Aubergine
Melon
2 kg
(at least 5 items)

Please contact the laboratory for guidance on sample sizes for all other commodities.

For meaningful results to be obtained, truly representative samples of produce must be submitted.

We are happy to offer our clients further guidance on sampling as part of our service – please contact QTS on 01732 876705

 

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QTS Analytical Ltd
Pesticide Residue Specialists

Oast Building
East Malling Research
East Malling
Kent ME19 6BJ

Telephone:
+44 (0) 1732 876705
Fax:
+44 (0) 1732 876709
Email: qtsadmin@qtsanalytical.com (UK)

Email: gbb@qtsanalitica.com (Peru)

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