Ecotoxicology & Biodegradability Testing

Deliver environmentally friendly products to global markets with ecotoxicological and biodegradability testing solutions that assess the impact of ingredients, substances and finished products on the environment.

Promote product sustainability

Environmental impact plays an important part in a product’s entire life cycle. End-users want to know the products they use won’t be harmful to the environment and will actively search for labels that promote sustainability, such as the Ecolabel.

Ecotoxicological studies are an integral part of the evaluation process for assessing the potential eco-toxic effects of cosmetics, detergents and absorbent hygiene products. Biodegradability studies are conducted during an early stage of the approval process, providing an understanding of potential for water pollution.

Our global network of state-of-the-art laboratories offer biodegradability and ecotoxicity tests on a wide range of materials and products:

• Biodegradability Testing according to OECD 301 A-F, OECD 302 A-C, OECD 303 A, OECD 311, ISO 11734 and EPA CG 2050.
• Proof of compostability for plastic products according to EN 13432, in conjunction with ISO 14855
• Acute or chronic toxicity effects on selected species are investigated in accordance with international methods, such as:
• Acute toxicity: OECD 201, OECD 202 and OECD 203
• Chronic toxicity: OECD 211, OECD 215, OECD 2010 and OECD 2012

Why choose SGS’s ecotoxicology and biodegradability testing services?

SGS is recognized as the benchmark for quality and integrity. Wherever you operate in the world, we support you at every step of your product’s development – from raw materials to end product – helping you to deliver safe, effective and compliant products to global markets.