ANALYTIKA Laboratory standards and chemicals

Importance of Certified Reference Materials

Certified reference materials and related laboratory standards play a central role in analytical chemistry by ensuring measurement traceability and quality across different techniques and laboratories. They support method validation, instrument calibration and regulatory compliance in sectors such as environmental testing, pharmaceuticals, food safety and industrial quality control.

Objectives and Overview of the Document

This document provides a comprehensive catalog of reference materials and auxiliary reagents manufactured by ANALYTIKA, spol. s r.o. It covers single and multi-element standards, tuning and internal standard solutions for ICP OES and ICP MS, ion chromatography materials, carbon analysis standards, pH and conductivity standards, high-purity reagents and matrix-based reference materials. Key certifications, accreditation status and ordering procedures are also described.

Methodology and Production

All certified reference materials are produced under ISO Guide 34 and ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation in a controlled environment. High-purity starting compounds, sub-boiling distilled acids and ultrapure water are used to prepare standards with direct traceability to SI units via comparison to primary standards or international materials. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing by accredited laboratories, and detailed documentation in line with ISO Guide 31 is provided, including certified values, uncertainties, storage instructions and traceability information.

Main Product Categories

• Single-element standards for AAS, ICP OES, ICP MS and related techniques
• Multi-element calibration mixtures tailored to regulatory and application requirements
• Custom reference materials developed on demand for specific analytes and matrices
• Tuning, verification and internal standard solutions for ICP OES and ICP MS
• Ion chromatography standards and eluent concentrates for anion and cation analysis
• Certified TOC, TIC and combined organic/inorganic carbon reference solutions
• Physical property standards for pH calibration (pHanal™) and conductivity (CONDUCTANAL™)
• Ultra-high and high-purity reagents (ANALPURE® ULTRA and ANALPURE®)
• Chromatography calibrants for PAH, PCB, VOC and pesticide analysis
• Matrix reference materials METRANAL® for soils, sediments, sludges, algae and more

Discussion

The wide range of products addresses the growing need for reliable, traceable calibration materials across diverse analytical applications. Accreditation to international standards, robust quality control and comprehensive documentation ensure consistent performance. The ability to supply custom standards and various packaging options enhances laboratory flexibility.

Benefits and Practical Applications

• Improves accuracy and comparability of analytical results
• Ensures compliance with international methods and regulations
• Simplifies calibration and quality control workflows
• Reduces measurement uncertainty with well-characterized materials
• Adapts to specialized matrices and emerging contaminants

Future Trends and Opportunities

Demand is expected to grow for multi-analyte and matrix-specific reference materials as analytical challenges evolve. Digital traceability, integration with laboratory information systems and microvolume formulations will further enhance data integrity and operational efficiency. Expansion into standards for emerging contaminants and biogenic matrices will address future analytical needs.

Conclusion

ANALYTIKA offers a full portfolio of certified reference materials and high-purity reagents, supported by accredited production, extensive quality management and custom development services. This comprehensive offering ensures laboratories can maintain confidence in analytical measurements across a wide variety of techniques and industries.

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