The complexity of mineral and metal commodities requires care and attention when testing hazardous materials, such as radioactive elements or hazardous chemicals. Offering a comprehensive range of testing solutions, we can measure and report levels of impurities or radioactivity in any cargo to minimize risk to health or environment.
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Meet sustainable and clean product criteria
To help you meet sustainable and clean product criteria, we conduct testing for hazardous chemical impurities in mineral and metal commodities, including, but not limited to:
- Mercury
- Arsenic
- Phosphorous
- Sulfur
- Lead
- Cadmium
- Fluorine
- Uranium
- Thorium
We offer expert testing to determine gamma radioactivity levels and verify their compliance with the limits required at countries of origin or destination. Our state-of-the-art laboratories are also equipped to measure the isotopes present in any cargo with accurate well defined gamma-ray spectrometry methodologies.
Why choose SGS?
We are recognized as the benchmark for quality and integrity in the mineral and metal sector. With our local knowledge and global reach, our customizable solutions with help you to optimize your operation while reducing risk in the value chain.
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Grünbergstrasse 15,
1120,
Vienna, Austria