EPA 8260D

SW-846 Test Method 8260D: Volatile Organic Compounds by Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS)

Applicability: EPA Method 8260D is used for the analysis of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in various environmental samples using gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS). It’s a widely used method, particularly by commercial testing laboratories, for determining VOCs in samples like water, soil, and solid waste.

Purpose: Method 8260D is primarily used in the context of hazardous waste site investigations and remediation, as well as in other environmental monitoring applications.