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QuEChERS: The multiresidue method of choice
26 May 2022In this application note, UCT, Inc. presents a variety of QuEChERS sample preparation and clean-up techniques for the analysis of multiple pesticide residues in agricultural matrices.
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QuEChERS
UCT, Inc.QuEChERS (Quick, Easy, Cheap, Effective, Rugged and Safe) is a sample extraction and clean-up technique used for the analysis of multiple pesticide residues in agricultural products. UCT manufactures a wide variety of pre-filled tubes and reagent pouches for all QuEChERS method variations including PSA, C18, buffers, anh. MgSO4, NaCl, ChloroFiltr, and carbon.
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