Instrumentation
Cold Vapor Atomic Absorption (CVAA)
Mercury contamination poses serious risks across pharmaceuticals, environmental samples, and industrial materials. At RJ Lee Group, we specialize in precise mercury detection using Cold Vapor Atomic Absorption (CVAA)—a technique renowned for its sensitivity and reliability. Whether you're investigating product integrity, environmental safety, or regulatory compliance, our CVAA services deliver trusted data to support informed decisions.
What is CVAA?
Cold Vapor Atomic Absorption (CVAA) is a specialized analytical technique used to detect trace levels of mercury. Unlike other elemental analysis methods, CVAA converts mercury into its vapor phase, allowing for highly sensitive detection without interference from other metals. This makes CVAA ideal for analyzing volatile mercury in complex matrices where traditional methods like ICP may fall short due to volatility and instability.
What Can You Do With CVAA?
RJ Lee Group has successfully applied CVAA in real-world scenarios, including identifying mercury in old gymnasium flooring and supporting forensic investigations into hazardous materials. CVAA enables:
- Environmental Monitoring: Assess mercury levels in water, soil, or air samples with high precision at ppb levels.
- Regulatory Compliance: This includes analysis aligned with NIOSH and OSHA methods for occupational exposure assessments, as well as EPA protocols for environmental discharge and waste characterization.
- Consumer Product Safety: Assess mercury levels in raw materials that would include gypsum, talc, kaolin and others.
Why Choose RJ Lee Group for CVAA Analysis?
RJ Lee Group brings decades of experience in environmental testing and industrial forensics. Our services are backed by:
- ISO-accredited laboratories and legally defensible methodologies.
- Expertise in trace-level detection across diverse sample types.
- Integrated analytical platforms for multi-technique investigations.
We don’t just deliver data—we deliver insight. Our scientists work closely with clients to interpret results in context, helping you make informed decisions with confidence.
Get in Touch
Whether you need support with regulatory compliance, contamination investigations, or product safety, RJ Lee Group is here to help. Our CVAA experts can discuss your project and recommend an analytical strategy tailored to your needs.
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