Food-Grade Purity & Industrial Solvent Verification
AGT Labs provides professional Hexane Testing Services to verify the quality and purity of Commercial Hexanes and specialized extraction solvents. Our Houston-based laboratory specializes in high-precision analysis for edible oil extraction, adhesives, and polymer production, verifying critical parameters such as benzene content, distillation range, and non-volatile residue to meet ASTM D1836 specifications.
Our Hexane Testing Services support food processors, chemical manufacturers, and distributors with accredited technical data. Whether ensuring low-benzene levels for food-grade extraction or verifying solvent consistency for polymerization, we offer the precise results needed to ensure product safety and process efficiency.
Key Technical Parameters for Hexane Quality
Accredited analysis supporting our Hexane Testing Services suite for industrial and food-grade applications.
Purity (GC)
ASTM D2360Benzene Content
GC AnalysisDistillation Range
ASTM D1078Color (Pt-Co)
ASTM D1209Sulfur Content
ASTM D5453Specific Gravity
ASTM D4052Acidity
ASTM D1613Water Content
ASTM E1064Appearance
ASTM D4176Industries We Serve
Providing specialized purity data across food and chemical sectors utilizing our accredited Hexane Testing Services.
Edible Oil Extraction
Verifying low-benzene hexane for safe extraction of soybean, corn, and canola oils in food processing.
Polymer Manufacturing
Testing hexane used as a slurry solvent in HDPE and LLDPE production to prevent catalyst poisoning.
Adhesives & Sealants
Ensuring solvent purity for consistent evaporation rates and bonding strength in industrial adhesives.
Pharmaceuticals
High-purity solvent analysis for extraction and purification processes in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Chemical Distribution
Independent verification of bulk hexane shipments to ensure Commercial Grade ASTM D1836 compliance.
Laboratory Reagents
Certifying high-purity hexane for use as a reliable solvent in analytical laboratory applications.
Laboratory Capabilities
Analytical Systems
Our Hexane Testing Services utilize advanced Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity profiling and benzene detection, automated distillation units, and precision density meters. We maintain strict protocols to ensure accurate results for volatile solvents.
Advanced Technical Support
- ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Laboratory Operations
- ASTM D1836 Specification Testing
- Rapid Turnaround for Production & Logistics
- Trace Contaminant Identification
Sampling, Handling & Chain of Custody
Reliable Hexane Testing Services depend on proper sampling to prevent evaporation and contamination. We provide specialized clean glass containers and technical guidance for representative sample collection.
Download Chain of Custody FormContainers & Handling
- Use clean, dry glass or stainless steel containers; minimize headspace.
- Avoid plastics that may leach or dissolve in hexane.
- Flush sampling lines thoroughly to ensure a representative sample of the bulk solvent.
Transport & Logistics
- Label clearly with Batch ID, Grade (Commercial/Food), and Date.
- Ship immediately to our Houston lab; expedited options available.
- Samples tracked via LIMS for complete historical data management.
Quality & Reporting
Reports from our Hexane Testing Services provide definitive quality assurance for food safety and industrial processes.
- COA with full specification limits and analyst verification.
- Secure PDF Delivery via automated client technical portal.
- Comparison against ASTM D1836 standards.
- Expert consultation for purity and contamination issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why test for Benzene in Hexane?
What is the difference between Commercial and Normal Hexane?
Why is Sulfur content important?
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Certify Your Hexane Purity
Need reliable accredited Hexane Testing Services for Houston operations? Contact our technical team today for a custom analysis quote.
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