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Sigma-Aldrich™ TraceCERT® EPA 8260 Internal Standards Mix, CRM, 2000 μg/mL Each Component, 1 mL Ampule
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| Application | Analytical Chemistry, chromatography, Pesticide Residue Analysis | ||
| Storage Temperature | 2-8°C | ||
| Product Type | Standards | Forms | Liquid |
| Product Brand | Sigma-Aldrich | ||
| Product Grade | Analytical grade | ||
The Sigma-Aldrich™ TraceCERT® EPA 8260 Internal Standards Mix is a high-purity multi-component Certified Reference Material (CRM) specifically designed for volatile organic compound (VOC) analysis in accordance with EPA Method 8260.
Formulated at 2000 μg/mL per component in methanol, this internal standard mix is optimized for quantitative GC and GC-MS workflows, ensuring accurate calibration, system performance verification, and method validation in environmental testing laboratories.
Produced under ISO 17034 and ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, this CRM guarantees traceability, precision, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key Features & Benefits
1. Dedicated Internal Standard for VOC Analysis
- Specifically developed for EPA 8260 methods
- Ensures accurate quantification of volatile organic compounds
2. Certified Accuracy & Traceability
- Produced under ISO 17034 & ISO/IEC 17025 standards
- Includes comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
3. High Concentration for Flexible Calibration
- 2000 μg/mL per analyte
- Supports broad calibration ranges and dilution flexibility
4. Optimized for GC & GC-MS Workflows
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Fully compatible with:
- Gas Chromatography (GC)
- GC-MS (including purge-and-trap systems)
- HPLC (where applicable)
5. Stable Methanol-Based Formulation
- Prepared in methanol for VOC stability
- Suitable for routine environmental and regulatory testing
Applications
- VOC analysis in environmental samples (water, soil, air)
- Internal standard calibration for GC and GC-MS methods
- EPA Method 8260 compliance testing
- Method validation and quality control (QC)
- Quantitative analysis of trace-level volatile compounds
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | EPA 8260 Internal Standards Mix |
| Brand | TraceCERT® |
| Grade | Certified Reference Material (CRM) |
| Concentration | 2000 μg/mL (each component) |
| Solvent | Methanol |
| Volume | 1 mL ampule |
| Quality Level | 300 |
| Technique Compatibility | GC, GC-MS, HPLC |
| Application | VOC environmental analysis |
| Storage Temperature | 2–8°C |
| Format | Multi-component solution |
Analyte Composition
This internal standard mix contains:
- Chlorobenzene-d₅
- 1,4-Dichlorobenzene-d₄
- 1,4-Difluorobenzene
- Pentafluorobenzene
Ordering Information
| Pack Size | SKU |
|---|---|
| 1 mL Ampule | CRM48958 |
Mechanism of Analytical Role
Internal standards are critical in analytical chemistry as they:
- Compensate for sample preparation variability
- Correct for instrumental drift and matrix effects
- Improve quantitative accuracy and reproducibility
Fluorinated and deuterated compounds in this mix are ideal due to:
- Chemical similarity to VOC analytes
- Distinct mass spectral signatures for precise detection
Unique Advantages
- Designed specifically for EPA 8260 VOC workflows
- Contains deuterated and fluorinated internal standards for high accuracy
- High concentration enables flexible dilution and calibration strategies
- Manufactured under dual ISO-certified conditions
- Trusted TraceCERT® quality from Sigma-Aldrich
The Sigma-Aldrich™ TraceCERT® EPA 8260 Internal Standards Mix is an essential calibration tool for VOC analysis, ensuring precision, reproducibility, and regulatory compliance in environmental laboratories. Its validated composition, stability, and compatibility with GC-MS workflows make it indispensable for high-quality analytical performance.