Agrochemical Environmental Fate Studies
Agrochemical environmental fate describes the fate of an agrochemical after it is used and released into the environment. Given the complexity of ecosystems, the possible environmental fate of an grochemical can be unpredictable. Many regulatory guidelines have given standard laboratory screening tests, as well as higher level tests that are triggered when signals of concern are detected. BOC Sciences has established an efficient research program to answer key regulatory questions in a scientifically sound manner. We have developed its research area of environmental fate studies into a robust commercial regulatory service for agrochemicals. Our teams are proud to fully support our clients from study design, implementation through the dossier submission and response phase.
Figure 1. The environmental fate of pesticides. (Ahemad, M. 2013)
Our Services
Our environmental fate research staff includes internationally recognized experts in environmental fate, biodegradation and bioconcentration. With dedicated laboratories, state-of-the-art equipment and expert knowledge of global guidelines, BOC Sciences offers a wealth of experience in environmental challenges related to agrochemical product development.
Agrochemical Biodegradation Research
We have decades of experience conducting biodegradation studies. Our studies assess the propensity of a compound to readily biodegrade or inherently biodegrade based on standard off-the-shelf biodegradability guidelines or higher level intrinsic biodegradability guidelines.
Agrochemical Bioaccumulation Testing
Our bioaccumulation test species include a variety of cold and warm water fish species such as trout, bluegill and carp, as well as invertebrates such as oysters, aquatic worms and earthworms.
Agrochemical Mobility Studies
Our soil scientists provide water, sediment and soil analysis services to a variety of research institutions and agrochemical clients, including sorption/desorption testing of soils, sediments and activated sludge.
Figure 2. Various factors affecting soil microbial communities. (Ahemad, M. 2013)
Features of Our Services
- We provide environmental fate evidence from simple biodegradation to higher levels of assessment.
- Our environmental fate study covers a wide range of assessments across aqueous and terrestrial environments.
- At BOC Sciences, the complexity and scope of environmental fate studies range from simple laboratory screening studies to longer term simulation tests.
Technologies & Equipments
- We have a fully equipped laboratory and a glass house with a climate chamber to simulate various environmental conditionsa.
- Analytical laboratories are equipped for the identification and quantification of radiolabeled and unlabeled test materials, including radioactive-TLC and -HPLC, HPLC-UV, GC-MS, HPLC-MS/MS, Accurate Mass Spectrometer (Orbitrap).
BOC Sciences Advantages
- Highly specialized technical and analytical services for the worldwide registration and regulatory compliance of agrochemicals
- Robust analytical testing programs that span from research and product development through the production process to final product
- Relies on broad industrial experience, ensuring that all of our work meets the high standards expected by our clients
- Our regulatory experts, toxicology consultants, scientists and inspectors will ensure that you receive maximum levels of guidance, testing and inspection you need.
Reference
- Ahemad, M. Pesticides as Antagonists of Rhizobia and the Legume-Rhizobium Symbiosis: a Paradigmatic and Mechanistic Outlook. Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. 2013. 1(4): 63-75.