Determinand
Detection Limit
(mgkg-1 dry weight)
Analytical Technique/Notes
Note all fractions of a sample should be analysed
Organics
PAH Screen by HPLC
Total hydrocarbons
<100
See notes
Initial screen, if hydrocarbon contamination present further analysis would be necessary for individual PAHs.
PCBs – ICES 7 Congeners
<0.02>
If PCB contamination identified further analysis for individual congeners may be necessary.
Heavy Metals
Total metals should be analysed unless stated
Arsenic
<7
Cadmium
<0.4
Chromium
<40
Lead
<30
Mercury
<0.1
Copper
<18
Nickel
Zinc
<124>
Organo-metallic Compounds
Tri-butyl Tin & Di-butyl Tin
Physical Properties
PSD (particle size)
Gravel, sand, silt fractions
