Norner Adds TOF Pyrolysis-GC/MS for PFAS Screening

Total Organic Fluorine (TOF) analysis New analysis method helps plastics industry prepare for PFAS limits

2026-06-29 Source: Norner 1 min Reading Time

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With PFAS scrutiny increasing under the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, Norner is expanding its testing portfolio with Total Organic Fluorine analysis by Pyrolysis-GC/MS. The method supports targeted PFAS screening in plastics, polymers and composite materials, helping manufacturers assess compliance risks more efficiently and focus further testing where it is most needed.

Norner is introducing a new analytical capability: Total Organic Fluorine (TOF) analysis by Pyrolysis‑GC/MS(Source: Norner) — Norner is introducing a new analytical capability: Total Organic Fluorine (TOF) analysis by Pyrolysis‑GC/MS
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As regulatory attention on PFAS is increasing rapidly, particularly under the upcoming EU PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation ), the plastic industry is required to demonstrate that materials and articles do not exceed PFAS‑related limits, even when the exact substances present are unknown.

Norner is introducing a new analytical capability: Total Organic Fluorine (TOF) analysis by Pyrolysis‑GC/MS, further strengthening PFAS screening and regulatory support for materials and articles. Total Fluorine (TF) is often proposed as a standardized initial screening tool, but it will detect both organic and inorganic fluorine. PPWR is concerned with PFAS which are organic fluorine and therefore we focus on more selective and PFAS‑relevant analytical approaches, offering TOF analysis and PFAS target analysis to support defensible, risk-based decision making.

TOF measures organic fluorine, providing a more relevant indicator of potential PFAS presence than bulk fluorine measurements alone. By excluding inorganic fluorine, TOF helps reduce false reassurance and supports better prioritisation for further PFAS testing. If TOF is confirmed <50ppm, the product is compliant with PPWR.

TOF is determined using Pyrolysis‑GC/MS, enabling:

Direct analysis of solid materials without solvent extraction

Robust screening of complex polymeric and composite materials

Fast turnaround times suitable for compliance and product development needs

TOF can be used as a standalone screening tool or in combination with PFAS analysis, depending on the regulatory context and customer needs. This enables a risk‑based and cost‑efficient testing strategy, avoiding unnecessary advanced analysis while maintaining regulatory robustness.

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