Name: Laboratory carbon-14 dating
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What is carbon-14 dating ?

Carbon-14 dating is a scientific method used to determine the age of materials containing organic carbon. It is based on measuring the radioactive decay of the carbon-14 isotope present in living organisms after their death.

Carbon-14, well known for dating in archaeology, is also used in the analysis of materials to meet specific industrial and scientific needs. This technique can provide information on the origin, age or composition of certain materials, particularly those containing organic carbon.

Industrial applications of carbon-14 analysis

Identifying the biological or fossil origin of materials : in sectors such as green chemistry or biofuels, it is crucial to differentiate the proportion of renewable carbon (bio-based) from that derived from fossil resources. Carbon-14 analysis offers a precise method for quantifying this proportion.

Verification of regulatory compliance: in the food and cosmetics industries, this technique can be used to verify the organic origin of certain ingredients. It guarantees compliance with labels such as ‘organic’ or ‘natural’.

Assessing the durability of materials : in the field of polymers and composites, carbon-14 can be used to date or characterise plastics manufactured from renewable resources.

The FILAB laboratory carries out carbon-14 dating of your materials

Why choose FILAB for the carbon-14 dating of your materials?

Using cutting-edge techniques such as Mass Spectrometry (MS), the Filab laboratory supports manufacturers in carbon-14 analysis to meet the challenges of traceability, innovation and compliance. Our experts can help you add value to your bio-based products while ensuring the rigour and accuracy of the results.