New Jersey PFAS Testing Laboratory – PFAS Water, Soil, and Environmental Testing Services
Professional PFAS Laboratory Testing Services for New Jersey – EMSL Analytical, Inc.
EMSL Analytical provides professional laboratory testing solutions for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as forever chemicals. Serving customers throughout New Jersey, EMSL supports environmental consultants, industrial facilities, water treatment professionals, municipalities, businesses, and property owners seeking reliable PFAS analytical services.
PFAS contamination has become an important environmental and public health concern throughout New Jersey. These persistent chemicals can be found in drinking water, groundwater, soil, wastewater, and other environmental materials.
EMSL Analytical helps customers identify and measure PFAS contamination through laboratory analytical services, technical support, and appropriate testing methodologies.
Contact EMSL Analytical today to discuss PFAS testing in New Jersey, available analytical methods, sampling requirements, and laboratory turnaround times.
PFAS Testing Services in New Jersey
EMSL supports a variety of PFAS testing applications for environmental investigations, water quality evaluations, and contamination assessments.
Available testing applications may include:
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Drinking Water PFAS Testing: Analysis for PFAS compounds in municipal water supplies, private wells, and other drinking water sources.
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Groundwater PFAS Testing: Laboratory analysis supporting groundwater investigations, environmental assessments, and remediation projects.
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Soil PFAS Testing: Testing to evaluate potential PFAS contamination at industrial properties, commercial sites, and environmental investigation locations.
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Wastewater PFAS Testing: Analytical services supporting industrial wastewater investigations and wastewater treatment evaluations.
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Surface Water PFAS Testing: Testing for lakes, rivers, streams, and other surface water sources.
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Environmental PFAS Testing: Laboratory support for site characterization, contamination investigations, and environmental monitoring.
Sample acceptance, analytical capabilities, and regulatory suitability depend on the sample matrix, method, and laboratory certification.
What Are PFAS and Why Is Testing Important?
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of synthetic chemicals used in numerous industrial and consumer applications.
PFAS have historically been associated with products and processes such as:
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Aqueous film-forming firefighting foams (AFFF)
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Industrial manufacturing operations
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Stain-resistant and water-resistant materials
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Certain food packaging materials
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Metal plating and surface treatment processes
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Nonstick coatings
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Industrial chemical formulations
Many PFAS are highly persistent in the environment. Certain PFAS compounds can migrate into groundwater and drinking water supplies, creating potential exposure concerns.
Professional PFAS laboratory testing helps determine whether specific PFAS compounds are present and at what concentrations.
New Jersey PFAS Drinking Water Testing Requirements
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has established drinking water Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for three important PFAS compounds:
| PFAS Compound | New Jersey MCL |
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| PFOA – Perfluorooctanoic Acid |
14 parts per trillion (ppt) |
| PFOS – Perfluorooctanesulfonic Acid |
13 ppt |
| PFNA – Perfluorononanoic Acid |
13 ppt |
These standards are important for public drinking water systems and water quality evaluations throughout New Jersey.
New Jersey also requires PFAS testing of certain private wells during real estate transactions under the state's Private Well Testing Act.
Testing intended to satisfy NJDEP regulatory requirements must be performed using applicable methods by a laboratory holding the appropriate certification.
EMSL Analytical can assist customers in determining suitable PFAS testing options and identifying applicable laboratory requirements for their projects.
PFAS Laboratory Testing Methods
PFAS testing frequently requires highly sensitive analytical instrumentation capable of measuring chemical concentrations at parts-per-trillion levels.
Depending on the sample type and testing objectives, analytical methods may include:
EPA Method 533
EPA Method 533 is used for analyzing selected PFAS compounds in drinking water using liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS).
EPA Method 537.1
EPA Method 537.1 is used to measure selected PFAS compounds in drinking water and is commonly associated with drinking water monitoring programs.
EPA Method 1633A
EPA Method 1633A addresses PFAS analysis in several environmental matrices, including wastewater, surface water, groundwater, soil, sediment, biosolids, and tissue.
Customers should contact EMSL to confirm method availability, sample acceptance, reporting limits, and applicable laboratory certifications before collecting samples.
Who Needs PFAS Testing in New Jersey?
EMSL provides laboratory testing solutions for a broad range of customers and industries, including:
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Environmental consulting and engineering firms
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Municipal drinking water utilities
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Private well owners and homeowners
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Commercial and industrial property owners
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Manufacturing and chemical processing facilities
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Environmental remediation contractors
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Wastewater treatment facilities
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Landfills and waste management operations
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Fire training facilities and airports
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Real estate professionals and property buyers
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Government agencies and public institutions
PFAS laboratory testing can support environmental due diligence, contamination investigations, treatment evaluations, and regulatory compliance activities.
PFAS Testing for New Jersey Private Wells
Homeowners relying on private wells may need PFAS testing to evaluate drinking water quality or meet applicable real estate transaction requirements.
New Jersey's Private Well Testing Act includes requirements for testing PFOA, PFOS, and PFNA during covered property sales or leases.
Laboratory analysis can help identify PFAS concentrations and provide information needed to evaluate drinking water conditions.
Customers requiring regulatory testing should verify that the selected laboratory is certified for the applicable analytes and methods.
PFAS Groundwater and Soil Testing for Environmental Consultants
Environmental consultants throughout New Jersey frequently require specialized analytical services when investigating potential PFAS contamination.
PFAS testing may be relevant to:
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Phase II environmental site investigations
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Industrial property assessments
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Groundwater contamination studies
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Remediation planning
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Landfill investigations
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Firefighting foam contamination assessments
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Brownfield redevelopment projects
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Environmental monitoring programs
EMSL Analytical supports environmental professionals seeking laboratory services for complex contamination investigations.
Serving PFAS Testing Customers Throughout New Jersey
EMSL Analytical serves customers across New Jersey, including communities in:
Northern New Jersey: Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Clifton, Hackensack, Paramus, Morristown, Parsippany, Wayne, Elizabeth, and surrounding areas.
Central New Jersey: Edison, New Brunswick, Princeton, Trenton, Hamilton, Woodbridge, East Brunswick, Bridgewater, Freehold, and surrounding areas.
Southern New Jersey: Cherry Hill, Cinnaminson, Camden, Mount Laurel, Marlton, Voorhees, Vineland, Millville, Atlantic City, and surrounding areas.
EMSL supports customers throughout all 21 New Jersey counties, including Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex, Mercer, Monmouth, Ocean, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Salem, Cumberland, Atlantic, Cape May, and Union.
Why Choose EMSL Analytical for PFAS Testing?
EMSL Analytical has provided laboratory testing services since 1981 and supports customers across numerous environmental, industrial hygiene, and analytical testing disciplines.
Customers choose EMSL for:
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Extensive environmental laboratory testing experience
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Technical support for sampling and analytical projects
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Laboratory services for multiple environmental contaminants
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Convenient laboratory network and sample submission options
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Analytical reporting to support environmental decision-making
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Testing solutions for environmental consultants, industrial customers, and government organizations
EMSL's laboratory network helps customers coordinate environmental testing projects involving PFAS and other potential contaminants.
Frequently Asked Questions About PFAS Testing in New Jersey
Where can I get PFAS testing in New Jersey?
EMSL Analytical provides PFAS laboratory testing solutions for customers in New Jersey. Contact EMSL to confirm the appropriate sample submission location, available methods, and laboratory certification for your project.
How much does PFAS testing cost in New Jersey?
PFAS testing costs depend on the analytical method, number of compounds, sample matrix, reporting limits, and turnaround time. Contact EMSL Analytical for project-specific pricing.
Can I test my private well water for PFAS?
Yes. Private well water can be analyzed for selected PFAS compounds. For testing required under New Jersey's Private Well Testing Act, use a laboratory certified for the required analysis.
What is the difference between PFOA, PFOS, and PFNA?
PFOA, PFOS, and PFNA are individual chemicals within the larger PFAS family. New Jersey has established drinking water standards for all three.
Can PFAS be detected in soil and groundwater?
Yes. Appropriate laboratory methods can detect and quantify selected PFAS compounds in soil, groundwater, and other environmental matrices.
How long does PFAS laboratory testing take?
Turnaround time varies depending on the sample matrix, analytical method, laboratory workload, and requested reporting schedule. Contact EMSL for current turnaround options.
Contact EMSL Analytical – New Jersey PFAS Testing Services
Need a PFAS testing laboratory serving New Jersey?
EMSL Analytical supports environmental consultants, industrial facilities, municipalities, property owners, and other customers seeking PFAS analytical services.
Whether your project involves drinking water, groundwater, soil, or other environmental materials, EMSL can help you explore appropriate laboratory testing options.
EMSL Analytical, Inc.
200 Route 130 North
Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
Phone: 1.800.220.3675
Contact EMSL today for PFAS laboratory testing information, sampling guidance, available analytical methods, and a project-specific quotation.
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