The circuit “BPA IN FOOD” is a collaborative (non-evaluative) interlaboratory test aiming at determining BPA concentrations in naturally-contaminated food (non-spiked food matrices). The concentrations under exam are those foreseen by present and future regulatory limits. The first objective of the circuit is to explore the matrix effect on several concentration levels and complex food matrices: canned fish and canned vegetables. The second objective is to allow all of the participating laboratories to perform the validation of the analytical method that has been used.
Each participating laboratory will receive an articulated set of samples that will have to be analysed entirely by following the relevant instructions. At the end of the collaborative trial, each laboratory will receive a report in compliance with ISO 17043 and ISO 13528 and usable for the purpose of the accreditation of the method. The participation to the interlaboratory is free and includes the shipping costs in Europe. NOTE: the nature of the samples, naturally contaminated food matrices, implies that the sets of samples are only available in a limited number. The guarantee of anonymity allows us to assign them exclusively in order of registration.
PARTICIPATION TO THIS TRIAL IS FREE OF CHARGE
Attention! There are only a few days left to upload your results.
The test will remain open to everyone after 21 April 2024, those who submit results after this date will have to wait until next year to receive the data.
The circuit “BPA IN FOOD” is a collaborative (non-evaluative) interlaboratory test aiming at determining BPA concentrations in naturally-contaminated food (non-spiked food matrices). The concentrations under exam are those foreseen by present and future regulatory limits. The first objective of the circuit is to explore the matrix effect on several concentration levels and complex food matrices: canned fish and canned vegetables. The second objective is to allow all of the participating laboratories to perform the validation of the analytical method that has been used.
Each participating laboratory will receive an articulated set of samples that will have to be analysed entirely by following the relevant instructions. At the end of the collaborative trial, each laboratory will receive a report in compliance with ISO 17043 and ISO 13528 and usable for the purpose of the accreditation of the method. The participation to the interlaboratory is free and includes the shipping costs in Europe. NOTE: the nature of the samples, naturally contaminated food matrices, implies that the sets of samples are only available in a limited number. The guarantee of anonymity allows us to assign them exclusively in order of registration.
Before proceeding with the registration to the test, it is necessary to carefully read the "step by step" instructions.
Attention: the xls file must not be renamed
REGISTER FOR THE TEST
Are you already registered for the test? Send your results but remember that the PIN must be printed and stored with care because it cannot be duplicated or replaced.
download the documentation regarding the protocol and the xls file to be filled in with your information.
You will soon receive the sample on which to perform the analyzes.
download the documentation regarding the protocol and the xls file to be filled in with your information.
You will soon receive the sample on which to perform the analyzes.
We are processing the xls file, it will be available as soon as possible.
Attention! To register to the test, you must be logged in.
If you do not have the log-in information, you should proceed with registering on the site. In this case you will receive a confirmation email and then you will be able to log in and register for the test.
Attention! To register to the test, you must be logged in.
If you do not have the log-in information, you should proceed with registering on the site. In this case you will receive a confirmation email and then you will be able to log in and register for the test.
Attention! To register to the test, you must be logged in.
If you do not have the log-in information, you should proceed with registering on the site. In this case you will receive a confirmation email and then you will be able to log in and register for the test.
Attention: the xls file must not be renamed.
If the file has been renamed, it is recommended to download it again from the test page.
Attention: make sure that the name of the ZIP file must contain only alphanumeric characters.
Your PIN for the "" is:Attention
The PIN will be displayed only on screen to ensure the complete anonymity. You must print it and keep it in a safe place because once visualised, the PIN cannot be retrieved.
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You can replace the file by entering the previously issued PIN. By confirming the update operation, the previous file will be permanently deleted.
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The previously released PIN will remain valid and will not be changed.
If you would like to receive the "Personal Qualification Certificate",
and be added to the Register of Qualified LCA Practitioners, please send an email to andrea.casson@unimi.it
from your registered email attaching the screenshot or printout of the pin code popup available once you submit
your results (please note that you will have to give up your anonymity in order to receive the certificate).
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