Heavy Metal Testing in Los Angeles — Accredited Lab
Trusted heavy metal testing services in Los Angeles. Our ISO 17025 accredited labs deliver precise results with 48-hour turnaround.
Quick Answer
Heavy Metal Testing in Los Angeles is available through ISO 17025 accredited laboratories like Qalitex Labs, which operates facilities in Irvine and San Diego, California. These labs use validated analytical methods including HPLC, ICP-MS, and GC-MS to test dietary supplements, cosmetics, and food products for safety, purity, and regulatory compliance.
Qalitex Laboratories provides ISO 17025 accredited heavy metal testing services to brands in Los Angeles and throughout the United States. Our state-of-the-art laboratory specializes in accurate, regulatory-compliant heavy metals testing for dietary supplements, food products, and cosmetic formulations. Our advanced ICP-MS methodologies, experienced chemists, and FDA-audited protocols ensure your products meet the highest safety and quality standards. Our Los Angeles-area clients benefit from proximity to our Southern California labs, enabling faster sample delivery and turnaround times as quick as 48 hours.
Why Choose Qalitex for Heavy Metal Testing in Los Angeles
Qalitex Laboratories is one of the leading ISO 17025 accredited testing labs in Southern California, with facilities in both Irvine and San Diego. Our proximity to major Los Angeles shipping hubs means faster sample receipt and quicker results. We combine state-of-the-art instrumentation (HPLC, ICP-MS, GC-MS, LC-MS/MS) with experienced scientists to deliver accurate, regulatory-ready results.
Why Heavy Metals Testing Is Critical
Heavy metals like arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury are toxic even at low concentrations. They can contaminate ingredients through soil, water, processing equipment, and packaging. Regulatory bodies require strict compliance with heavy metal limits to prevent neurotoxicity, kidney damage, developmental delays, and carcinogenicity.
Metals We Test For
We test for all commonly regulated metals: Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd), Arsenic (As — total and inorganic), Mercury (Hg — total and methylmercury), Nickel (Ni), Chromium (Cr), Tin (Sn), Cobalt (Co), Antimony (Sb), Thallium (Tl), Copper (Cu), and Zinc (Zn). Custom panels and additional trace metal screening available on request.
ICP-MS Technology
Our laboratory uses ICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry) — the gold standard for multi-element trace detection at parts-per-billion (ppb) sensitivity. This enables reliable, reproducible results at concentrations far below regulatory limits.
Key Tests & Methods
Applicable Standards
Industries We Serve
How It Works
Three simple steps to your results
Submit your samples
Ship samples to our Irvine or San Diego laboratory with your order form.
Testing & analysis
Our ISO 17025 accredited scientists run validated test methods.
Receive your CoA
Get a signed Certificate of Analysis within 48–72 hours.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get heavy metal testing in Los Angeles?
Qalitex Laboratories operates ISO 17025 accredited labs in Irvine and San Diego, California, serving clients in Los Angeles and across the US. Ship your samples to us and receive results within 48–72 hours.
How much does heavy metal testing cost in Los Angeles?
Testing costs vary based on the specific analyses required, sample matrix, and turnaround time. Contact Qalitex Labs for a custom quote — most standard panels start at competitive rates with volume discounts available.
Is Qalitex Laboratories ISO 17025 accredited?
Yes. Qalitex Laboratories holds ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, the international standard for testing and calibration laboratories. This ensures our methods, equipment, and quality systems meet the highest standards of accuracy and reliability.
What is your turnaround time?
Standard turnaround is 5–7 business days. Rush service with 48-hour turnaround is available for most test types. Contact us to discuss your timeline requirements.
What types of products do you test?
Qalitex tests dietary supplements (capsules, powders, gummies, liquids), cosmetics and personal care products, food and beverage items, botanical extracts, and raw materials. We serve brands, contract manufacturers, and Amazon FBA sellers.
How do I submit samples for testing?
Ship your samples to our Irvine or San Diego laboratory with a completed sample submission form. We provide prepaid shipping labels for qualifying orders. Results are delivered electronically via secure portal.
What heavy metals does Qalitex test for?
Qalitex tests for lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), arsenic (As — total and inorganic), mercury (Hg), nickel, chromium, tin, cobalt, antimony, thallium, copper, and zinc using ICP-MS instrumentation with parts-per-billion sensitivity.
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