Services for industry Deformulation analysis (or chemical reverse engineering) in a laboratory
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Deformulation, study of the chemical composition of formulas or materials

What is reverse engineering?

Reverse engineering of a commercial product, often made up of a complex mixture, involves determining the nature and quantities of the raw materials present in the formulation, by means of various chemical analyses.

This application can be applied to different types of products, formulas and materials: paints, plastics (polymers), composites, metals and metal alloys, varnishes...

In what context do industries need to check the chemical composition of products or materials?

Analyser et déterminer
Analyze and determine the composition of an unknown mixture
Contrôler
Check compliance with a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or technical data sheet
Comparer
Compare the composition of several products (double-sourcing or multi-sourcing)
Analyse des produits
Analysis of competing products
Analyser et identifier
Analyse and identify pollution or impurities
The success of deformulation depends on a thorough understanding of the target application and the use of rigorous analytical methods to characterize the chemical composition of the organic and inorganic fractions.
Deformulation

Our services

We can perform deformulation in a wide range of cases:

Materials

Materials

Material deformulation allows the determination of the composition of materials, facilitating the improvement of existing materials and the development of new products. This analysis is essential in industries such as aeronautics or automotive, where precise knowledge of materials contributes to performance and safety.

Glue

Glue

Adhesive deformulation helps to understand the chemical composition and adhesion properties of adhesives used in various industrial applications. This analysis is common for industries such as construction and electronics, where optimal adhesion is required to ensure durability and reliability of assemblies.

Mixture

Mixture

Mixture deformulation involves the analysis of complex formulations to identify and quantify components. This technique is particularly useful in industries where safety compliance and product innovation are priorities.

Polymers

Polymers

Polymer deformulation allows the analysis of polymer materials to reveal their structure and additives. This knowledge is essential in the plastics industry to develop stronger, lighter and more environmentally friendly products.

Varnish

Varnish

By deformulating varnishes, laboratories can discover the resins, plasticizers and other components used. This type of analysis supports industries by ensuring the quality and durability, especially of surface finishes.

Composite

Composite

Deformulation of composite materials helps to identify the matrices and reinforcements used, essential for sectors requiring high performance materials but also where lightness and resistance are essential characteristics.

Competing product

Competing product

This reverse-engineering type analysis allows companies to understand the formulations of competing products, offering an opportunity to optimize their own products or develop competitive alternatives. It is particularly valued in highly competitive sectors such as cosmetics or chemistry.

Active substance

Active substance

Deformulation of active ingredients is essential for the pharmaceutical industry in particular, allowing you to understand the composition and mechanism of action of active substances. This analysis contributes to your innovation processes and ensures regulatory compliance.

Pharmaceutical product

Pharmaceutical product

The analysis of pharmaceutical products through deformulation helps to identify excipients and active agents, essential to guarantee the efficacy and safety of drugs, thus meeting strict regulatory requirements.

Elastomer

Elastomer

Elastomer deformulation details the composition and properties of these flexible materials, used by industries where durability and adaptability are essential, such as automotive and gasket manufacturing. This analysis allows formulations to be refined to improve characteristics such as elasticity and resistance to extreme environmental conditions.

Silicon

Silicon

Silicone deformulation enables the identification of specific components and formulations of these versatile materials, essential for sectors requiring high performance and biocompatibility, such as medical and electronics. This analysis helps optimize properties such as thermal resistance and flexibility, which are crucial for the development of durable and safe products. It thus supports innovation and continuous improvement of silicone applications.

Rubber

Rubber

Rubber deformulation reveals the components and additives used in its manufacture, providing valuable insights to improve the quality and performance of rubber products. This analysis is particularly important for the automotive industry, where high-quality tires are essential for safety and durability.

Our technical resources

Gas phase chromatography

(GCMS, HS-GC/MS, GC-FID, Py-GC/MS)

Infrared microscopy (IRTF)

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)

Liquid chromatography

LCMS, LC-UV, LC-QTOF, LC-CAD...

Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)

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A highly qualified team
A highly qualified team
Responsiveness in responding to and processing requests
Responsiveness in responding to and processing requests
A COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
A COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
(Staves available on www.cofrac.com - Accreditation number: 1-1793)
A complete analytical park of 5,200m²
A complete analytical park of 5,200m²
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Tailor-made support
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