Monitoring wastewater for trace and major elements is critical for environmental compliance and industrial accountability. This application report presents a robust method for the analysis of 28 elements in wastewater using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), fully aligned with the ISO 17294-2 standard. The method addresses the challenges of complex sample matrices and interference from rare earth elements (REEs), ensuring accurate quantification of toxic elements such as arsenic and selenium.
Utilizing the SPECTROGREEN MS ICP-MS system, the study demonstrates how advanced interference correction and stable long-term performance enable precise results even in high-matrix samples. From certified reference materials to spike recovery tests, the report validates a reliable ICP-MS workflow for routine wastewater monitoring—supporting laboratories in meeting regulatory demands with confidence.
Learn more in this informative ICP-MS application report!