Hach 10056

Oil and Grease

Applicability: Hach Method 10056 is used to determine the amount of oil and grease in water and wastewater samples. Specifically, it measures the n-Hexane Extractable Material (HEM), which includes non-volatile hydrocarbons, vegetable oils, animal fats, waxes, soaps, and greases. The method is designed to quantify these substances by extracting them from an acidified sample using n-hexane, then evaporating the solvent and weighing the remaining residue.

Purpose: The primary purpose of Hach Method 10056 is to quantify the amount of oil and grease present in water and wastewater samples. This is crucial for environmental monitoring and compliance with regulations.