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# Particle analysis and contamination testing in the laboratory

## What is a particle / contamination?

Behind the concept of [particle or contamination](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contaminant), there is very often the idea of size... A particle is a very small part, sometimes residual, of a chemical substance or material.

Often invisible to the naked eye, these particles can be either organic or inorganic in origin. They may come from various sources such as manufacturing residues or chemical impurities.

The size of these particles ranges from a few micrometers to even smaller dimensions, such as nanoparticles, and their presence can have a significant impact on the quality and compliance of a product **across all industries.**

In summary, particles or contamination can be analyzed in two ways:

  For the purpose of a compliance analysis to verify the size of particles, microparticles, or even nanoparticles As part of contamination during a manufacturing process, with [surface particle contamination](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-deposit-contamination.md) on a metal part, dust contamination, cross-contamination...
## Particle and contamination analysis: a dedicated department at FILAB laboratory

FILAB Laboratory offers particle and contamination analysis services tailored to your needs:

## Our Particle and Contamination Analysis Services

[Chemical analysis of particles and identification of particulate contamination](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/expertise/laboratoire-analysis-particules-contamination/)

[Nanoparticle characterization](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-nanomaterial/laboratory-analysis-nanoparticle-characterization.md)

Dust particle analysis

[Particle analysis in a pharmaceutical product](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/health-pharmaceutical-cosmetics/identification-particles-pharma.md)

[Metallic particle analysis according to ASTM E562](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/determination-of-metal-particle-size-according-to-astm-e562.md)

[Foreign body analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-detection-identification-impurities/laboratory-analysis-foreign-bodies.md)

[Particle size measurement](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-granulometric-analysis/laboratory-particle-size-measurement.md)

[Particle counting](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analyis-standard-iso-19227/particle-counting-laboratory.md) according to AAMI TIR 42, ISO 19227, PE 2.9.19 ([method 1](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-injectable-drugs/particle-counting-ep-2-9-19-method-1.md) and [method 2](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-injectable-drugs/particle-counting-ep-2-9-19-method-2.md)), USP 788

[Particle size distribution analysis: laser diffraction, sieving, ...](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-granulometric-analysis.md)

Dispersion and micro-dispersion analysis

[Contamination analysis by SEM EDX](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-sem-scanning-electron-microscopy/laboratory-analysis-contaminants.md)

## Our TECHNICAL Resources

[Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-d-analysis-par-microscopie-electronique-a-balayage-meb-edx/)

[Laser Particle Size Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-laser-granulometry.md)

[Sieve Analysis](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/analysis-par-tamisage/)

[Infrared Microscopy (µ-IRTF)](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-ftir-microscopy.md)

[Optical Microscopy (OM)](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-of-analysis-and-observation-by-optical-microscope-mo.md)

[Morphogranulometer](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-analysis-powder-characterization/morphological-characterization-morphogranulometer.md)

## Particle Analysis for Every Industry

 Medical devices
In the medical device industry, the presence of foreign particles can put patient safety at risk. Particle analysis helps ensure that equipment is free from contamination and meets the strict quality standards required in this sector.

 Aerospace and space
The extreme environments of aeronautics and space require components of exemplary purity. Particle analysis helps prevent defects caused by contamination, thereby ensuring the performance and reliability of critical parts in flight or in orbit.

 Cosmetics and pharmaceuticals
In the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries, product purity is essential for consumer safety. Particle analysis makes it possible to detect and eliminate contamination to ensure products comply with current quality standards and regulations.

 Automotive and transportation
The automotive industry relies on precise manufacturing processes where residual particles can affect the performance of mechanical parts. Particle analysis ensures component quality by preventing the risk of malfunction or premature wear.

 Energy and nuclear
In the energy and nuclear sector, even the smallest particle can cause critical malfunctions. Analysis makes it possible to monitor sensitive environments and ensure that materials meet safety and durability requirements.

 Luxury
Luxury brands demand impeccable finishing, free from any visible or microscopic defects. Particle analysis helps ensure that final products meet the standards of excellence and perfection expected by consumers in this sector.