Invited Lecture: Seminar on the Current State of PFAS Analysis with 5 Speakers

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PFAS has excellent chemical properties such as water and oil repellency and surfactant characteristics, and is used in a wide range of fields. On the other hand, due to its persistence and bioaccumulation, numerous cases of PFAS detection in water quality, the environment, and food have been reported both domestically and internationally. As a result, countries are advancing regulations and monitoring efforts, and there is a demand for more sensitive and accurate measurement technologies. In Japan, a ministerial ordinance was announced to raise the water quality standards for "PFOS" and "PFOA," which will take effect in April 2026. Waters is focusing on developing methods for trace analysis of PFAS in various samples. In addition to providing analytical instruments, we offer insights on sample preparation and blank contamination prevention, as well as equipment service and support, along with consulting services tailored to analytical needs. By clicking [Send], you are deemed to have agreed that Waters will use and process the information provided on this site in accordance with the Waters Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Terms of Use and Privacy Notice www.waters.com/legalandprivacy

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PFAS have excellent chemical properties such as water and oil repellency and surfactant characteristics, and are used in a wide range of fields. On the other hand, due to their persistence and bioaccumulation, numerous cases of PFAS detection in water quality, the environment, and food have been reported both domestically and internationally. As a result, countries are advancing regulations and monitoring efforts, and there is a demand for more sensitive and accurate measurement technologies. In Japan, a ministerial ordinance was announced to raise the water quality standards for "PFOS" and "PFOA," which will take effect in April 2026. Waters is focusing on the development of methods for analyzing PFAS in trace amounts in various samples. In addition to providing analytical instruments, we also offer insights on sample preparation and blank contamination prevention, as well as service and support for the instruments, along with consulting services tailored to analytical needs. By clicking [Send], you agree that the information provided on this site will be used and processed by Waters in accordance with the Waters Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Terms of Use and Privacy Notice www.waters.com/legalandprivacy

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We will have customers who are active at the forefront of PFAS research and analysis take the stage to introduce their efforts and case studies on PFAS research and management using pretreatment and analytical techniques. Additionally, we will provide an opportunity for information exchange with the speakers, so please join us. ■Invited Lectures Introduction of research on PFAS emission control in the waste treatment and resource recovery process and future prospects Hidetoshi Kuramochi, National Institute for Environmental Studies Analysis of 44 PFAS substances in water quality Jun Yamamoto, Ideah Co., Ltd. Case studies of environmental burden substance analysis using LC/MS at NOK Emi Hoshikawa, NOK Corporation Practical approaches to improving the reliability of PFAS analysis in food Shunsuke Zama, Japan Food Analysis Center Food safety initiatives viewed from the perspective of the entire food chain Mihane Sato, Zensho Holdings Co., Ltd.

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From October 1st for three days, Oji Futech will be exhibiting at "Agriculture WEEK (commonly known as J-AGRI Tokyo Exhibition)" held at Makuhari Messe. Agriculture WEEK is an exhibition where agricultural materials, smart agriculture products, livestock materials, and more are showcased, facilitating active business discussions between exhibiting companies and visitors. At Oji Futech's booth within the Agricultural Materials EXPO, we will introduce our paper-based agricultural mulching sheet, "OJI Sustainable Mulch." Oji Futech's "OJI Sustainable Mulch" is a mulching sheet made primarily from cellulose. After use, it decomposes in the soil, which not only reduces waste disposal costs but also helps suppress soil temperature rise, leading to increased yields for summer and autumn crops. We will also be showcasing our freshness-preserving and antibacterial OPP film, "Calfresh," at the same booth. We look forward to your visit!