Our analytical and consultancy solution to optimise your environmental impact
More than 140 people
at your service
5200 m² laboratory
+ 99% of services are provided in-house
CIR
Research tax credit
What we offer
Manage and reduce your environmental impact
FILAB supports manufacturers in conducting Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) of their products to identify solutions for environmental optimization, leveraging its expertise in chemistry and materials.
Materials
Choose the right materials from the design stage
We can assist you with:
- the selection of low-carbon materials
- the development of bio-based polymers
- the search for innovative materials
- dual sourcing of materials
Footprint
Reduce your product's environmental footprin
We can assist you with:
- verification of bio-based origin
- proposal for alternative materials that meet the same technical specifications
- demonstrate the absence of microplastics
- the deformulation and impact assessment of the identified products
Production
Reduce your environmental footprint by optimizing your production line
We conduct audits for:
- reducing material waste
- improving processes related to human and environmental constraints
- dual sourcing of materials
Waste
Turning waste into resources
We can assist you with:
- recovery of industrial waste through characterization
- biodegradability tests
- study on Reducing Plastic Waste
- battery Waste analysis
- studies on microplastics
- analysis of substances discharged into water
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) helps you understand the environmental impacts of your product throughout its life cycle (raw materials, manufacturing, distribution, use, and end-of-life).
Customer Stories
Real-world challenges and measurable results
In light of climate challenges, our customers are seeking to optimize their products and production lines through a proactive CSR approach that supports their day-to-day performance.
Environmental Safety of Products
Fishing brand: ensuring the environmental impact of their luresIssues
As part of its efforts to minimize its environmental impact, a fishing tackle brand wanted to ensure that its lures did not release any substances into aquatic environments.
Our approach
We conducted a comparative study of 10 types of lures (polymer and metal), using a methodology based on ISO 10993-18 (medical devices sector), to extract, identify, and quantify potentially leachable substances.
Result
The client obtained a detailed map of the chemical compounds that could be released, enabling them to:
- to ensure that its products are environmentally safe,
- to objectively compare its materials,
- to align its product design decisions with solutions that better support its CSR approach.
Chemical pollution & wastewater
Pharmaceutical company: monitoring of water decontaminationIssues
As part of an industrial site remediation project, a pharmaceutical company needed to monitor the presence of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in soil and wastewater, while outsourcing its testing.
Our approach
We managed the complete transfer of the analytical method from their in-house laboratory, ensuring that testing could continue under the same standards of quality and reliability.
Result
The customer was able to:
- outsource your analyses with confidence,
- maintain rigorous monitoring of the decontamination process,
- have data available to guide its environmental initiatives.
Recycling of Li-ion batteries
Energy Industry: Securing a Battery Recycling ProcessIssues
As part of its diversification and CSR strategy, an energy company was developing an innovative process for recycling lithium-ion batteries that combined mechanical and chemical treatments. The challenge was to characterize the material flows and environmental risks associated with the process.
Our approach
We assisted the client with the physicochemical analysis of its recycling streams to better understand the composition of the treated fractions and to objectively assess the potential environmental impacts.
Result
The customer was able to:
- ensure the safety of its recycling process,
- have data to inform technology decisions,
- enhance the environmental credibility of its innovation
Microplastics & Regulatory Compliance
Luxury: Detection of Microplastics on FiltersIssues
A manufacturer using molten polyethylene was required, under regulatory guidelines, to demonstrate that its filtered products were free of microplastics.
Our approach
We conducted a specific analysis of microplastics on silicon filters using various techniques (optical microscopy and μIRTF).
Result
The customer was able to:
- confirm the absence (or presence) of microplastics,
- ensure regulatory compliance,
- have a solid technical case to present to authorities and partners
Alternative Solutions & CSR
Proposing alternative solutions as part of a CSR initiativeIssues
A business owner uses salt to keep his roads clear during the winter. However, he isn't sure exactly when to add more salt, so he ends up adding extra just to be safe.
Our approach
Find a simple solution for measuring salt levels on the road and ensuring that the road is always protected based on expected temperatures.
Result
The customer has a solution that allows them to test these roads and thus reduce the amount of salt used.
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Filab supports you in addressing all issues related to planetary boundaries
(Au-delà des enjeux d'émissions de carbone)
We combine expertise in analytical chemistry and materials characterization to address environmental challenges and provide reliable scientific data and practical solutions that can be directly applied in R&D, quality assurance, and innovation.
These analyses help to provide an objective basis for technical decisions and support companies' CSR strategies.
Why FILAB?
45 years of experience in the industrial sector and its challenges
Dual expertise in chemistry and materials
Support for over 100 clients
Patent development for our clients and for FILAB (Selvium Kit)
Ecovadis Commitment: Gold Medal
Commitment to a CSR policy
Approved by numerous clients and ISO 17025 accredited by COFRAC
CIR Certification
Our FAQ
How do I get a quote from FILAB?
To request a quote, you can contact our team via our contact form, by phone, or by email.
Simply let us know your requirements (type of material, desired analysis, applicable standards, urgency, number of samples, etc.). We will then send you a customized technical proposal and quote within 24–48 hours.
How long do the tests typically take?
Turnaround times vary depending on the type of analysis and the complexity of the project.
However, FILAB is committed to providing fast turnaround times tailored to your industrial constraints and urgent needs.
Ask for your quote