Oasis WAX for PFAS Analysis

Oasis WAX, WAX/GCB, and GCB/WAX for PFAS Analysis

Extraction and concentration without the low background contamination

Extraction and concentration without the low background contamination

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a growing environmental concern. Now your lab can extract and concentrate PFAS without worrying about low background contamination through the power of Oasis SPE for PFAS Analysis, a comprehensive quality-control pre-screening test for 32 PFAS.

Oasis WAX for PFAS Analysis is a mixed-mode, Weak Anion-eXchange, reversed-phase, water-wettable polymer that delivers unmatched purity, consistency, and quality for sample analysis in drinking water, ground water, soil, food, and other complex matrices. With growing regulatory concerns for PFAS contamination in complex sample matrices, Oasis WAX/GCB for PFAS Analysis can be used for non-potable water samples, and Oasis GCB/WAX for PFAS Analysis for solids, biosolids, and tissue sample enrichment, providing an additional level of graphitized carbon black clean-up as described in EPA Draft Method 1633. Designed specifically for environmental testing laboratories, these solid-phase extraction products enable you to perform low level quantification of ubiquitous PFAS in environmental samples.

Oasis sample preparation products for PFAS analysis. Oasis WAX, WAX/GCB, and GCB/WAX for PFAS Analysis
Shop Now

Claim your free sample for our new Oasis dual-PFASe cartridges

Request your Sample Today

Available in the U.S. only, while supplies last.

Rain water on a green leaf closeup

Specifications

Overview

  • Enable PFAS extraction and concentration without the concern of background contamination

  • Benefit from a comprehensive quality control (QC) pre-screening test for 32 PFAS

  • Achieve reproducible results with solutions designed specifically for environmental and food testing laboratories
  • Reduce manual GCB steps in workflows with dual-phase WAX/GCB and GCB/WAX providing time savings, ease of use, and less mess

Recommended Use: To perform low level quantification of ubiquitous PFAS in environmental samples.

Features Header

Features Header

Robust recovery and reproducibility

Designed specifically for environmental testing laboratories, Oasis WAX for PFAS Analysis enables your lab to perform low-level quantification of ubiquitous PFAS in environmental samples where recovery and reproducibility are required.

Pre-screen for 32 PFAS

Oasis WAX for PFAS Analysis enables your lab to extract and concentrate PFAS without the risk of cross contamination through a comprehensive quality-control, pre-screening test for 32 PFAS. Oasis WAX for PFAS Analysis ensures assured results through application-specific, quality-control testing, reducing the risk of false positive results from a critical step in the workflow.

Resources

Documents

Documents

Support

Support

What do you want to do?

What do you want to do?
Need Help?

Related

ACQUITY Columns
Discover how to achieve increases in LC efficiency, resolution, sensitivity, accuracy, speed, and reliability with ACQUITY sub-2-μm UPLC particle columns.

Sample Vials
Reduce failed assays with Waters glass and plastic autosampler vials and high sample recovery vials - certified/tested by HPLC, GC, and MS.

PFAS Analysis Solution
Streamline your workflow with turnkey PFAS applications for complete analysis solutions from standards and reagents to columns and LC-MS systems.

Offers and Discounts

Back To Top Back To Top

A Guide to PFAS Analysis

PFAS analysis typically encompasses a range of laboratory procedures and specialized equipment utilized by environmental scientists, chemists, and researchers. These techniques are employed to identify and quantify potentially harmful PFAS substances in various environmental samples, including water, soil, and biological tissues.

Key methodologies employed in PFAS analysis encompass:

Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) LC-MS stands as a robust analytical approach renowned for its ability to separate and pinpoint compounds within mixtures. It finds extensive application in PFAS analysis due to its exceptional sensitivity and specificity.

Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) In certain instances, GC-MS is chosen for PFAS analysis, particularly for volatile compounds.

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) HPLC can be effectively coupled with various detectors, such as UV and fluorescence detectors, to scrutinize PFAS compounds.

Solid-Phase Extraction (SPE) SPE represents a preparatory technique instrumental in concentrating and purifying PFAS from environmental samples prior to analysis.

Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) ELISA is an immunological method employed to screen for the presence of specific PFAS compounds.

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) PCR-based methods serve the purpose of genetic analysis of microorganisms involved in the environmental degradation of PFAS.

It addresses the critical issue of low background contamination, crucial for precise PFAS analysis in light of their environmental significance. This product serves as a quality-control pre-screening test for 32 PFAS compounds, guaranteeing reliability in environmental sample analysis. Characterized by its mixed-mode, water-wettable polymer composition, it proves versatile in capturing a wide spectrum of PFAS compounds in complex matrices, including drinking water, ground water, soil, and food. Renowned for delivering unmatched purity, consistency, and quality, it's tailored for environmental testing laboratories and enables low-level quantification, aligning it with the growing concern of PFAS contamination in various environmental contexts.

Oasis WAX, WAX/GCB, and GCB/WAX for PFAS Analysis FAQs

1. What sample matrices are compatible with Oasis WAX, WAX/GCB, and GCB/WAX products?
Oasis WAX, WAX/GCB, and GCB/WAX are compatible with a variety of sample matrices, including environmental water (groundwater, surface water, and wastewater), soil, food, and biological fluids like serum and plasma. These products are specifically engineered to handle complex matrices with high levels of organic matter while minimizing matrix effects. The WAX/GCB and GCB/WAX combinations are particularly useful for cleaning up challenging matrices with substantial background interferences, ensuring robust PFAS extraction and analysis.

2. What is the recommended workflow for extracting PFAS using Oasis WAX or WAX/GCB?
The recommended workflow typically involves the following steps:

The exact conditions will depend on the specific matrix and target PFAS compounds.

3. What are the specific storage or handling recommendations for Oasis WAX, WAX/GCB, and GCB/WAX?
To maintain the integrity of Oasis WAX, WAX/GCB, and GCB/WAX products, they should be stored in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight. Ensure that cartridges or plates are kept in their original packaging until use to prevent contamination. Avoid exposing the sorbent to excessive moisture or volatile solvents before conditioning, as this could affect performance. After use, properly discard the products according to local regulations, especially when analyzing highly contaminated samples. Always handle the products with clean gloves to avoid introducing contaminants.