Which industries need to test for Nitrate in Water?

Which industries need to test for Nitrate in Water? These are just a few examples of industries that need to test for nitrate in water. The specific requirements for nitrate testing will vary depending on the industry and the regulatory framework in place.

Nitrate testing is crucial for various industries, including:

  1. Water Treatment: Municipal water treatment plants need to monitor nitrate levels to ensure that drinking water meets regulatory standards and is safe for consumption.
  2. Agriculture: Nitrate is a common pollutant in agricultural runoff due to the use of fertilizers. Testing helps to identify sources of agricultural pollution and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
  3. Environmental Monitoring: Testing for nitrate in water bodies is essential for assessing environmental quality and identifying potential health risks.
  4. Food and Beverage Industry: Nitrate can contaminate water sources used in food and beverage production. Testing helps to ensure the safety and quality of products.
  5. Pharmaceutical Industry: Nitrate can be present in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. Testing helps to ensure that products meet regulatory standards.
  6. Industrial Wastewater Treatment: Industries that release wastewater need to monitor nitrate levels to comply with environmental regulations and prevent contamination of water bodies.

These are just a few examples of industries that need to test for nitrate in water. The specific requirements for nitrate testing will vary depending on the industry and the regulatory framework in place.

Below is a list of kit, strips and meter for testing nitrate. Watertest also make a custom dropper( Colorimetric Test Kits ) kit for nitrate contact us today 

Nitrate/Nitrite Test Strips

Nitrate Test Kit CHEMets Visual Kit 0-225 ppm as N

Nitrate Test Kit CHEMets Visual Kit 0-2700 ppm as N

Nitrate Meter NO3- 11 Laquatwin

Please contact us for other Meters, standard solution and buffers.

Click here for Nitrate in freshwater from Australian Government Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Click for a link to Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water page on Total Nitrogen

Click here for a link to Greenpeace about Nitrate contamination in drinking water

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