Nanotechnology at Intertek Cantox

Through its projected influence on fields as diverse as medicine, nutrition, electronics, energy, environmental science, chemicals and agriculture, nanotechnology is poised to impact the global economy like no other scientific advance in history. Hundreds of consumer products employing nanotechnology are already on the market, and the unique physicochemical properties of materials at the nano scale have led to estimates that this technology and its applications will form the basis of a trillion dollar industry in just a few years’ time. Although limited information is currently available, there is also legitimate concern that the very same properties of nanomaterials that render them unique (e.g., size, relative surface area, chemistry and functionality) may be associated with unanticipated biological effects and toxicity in humans and the environment.

Intertek Cantox has extensive scientific and consulting knowledge and experience in areas pertinent to the burgeoning field of nanotechnology including pre-clinical study design, product development, regulatory affairs and liaison, toxicology, epidemiology and risk assessment. Our dedicated staff is prepared to address your nanotechnology questions and concerns in a multidisciplinary manner in order to ensure delivery of accurate, relevant and timely results. Let Intertek Cantox assist you to:

• Collect and compile relevant information pertaining to the design, manufacture and testing of nanomaterials.
• Design and coordinate nanoparticle toxicology studies.
• Understand and apply the evolving regulatory guidelines for nanotechnology-based materials and products.
• Address potential health and environmental effects of nanomaterials.