Innovation spotlight: New cost-effective EasyMP™ suspension medium

Leading Innovation Announcement: We're excited to introduce a breakthrough alternative to our standard 95% ethanol suspension medium for EasyMP™ microplastic reference materials. This new water-based formulation delivers identical analytical performance while dramatically reducing shipping costs for our clients worldwide.

Technical Specifications:

• Composition: Water + 20% ethanol + 0.05% Tween 20

• Particle Dispersion: Equivalent to 95% ethanol standard

• Preservation Quality: Maintains long-term stability

• Available Formats: All EasyMP™ products (fragments 10-1000 µm, beads 10-140 µm, fibers 50-1000 µm)

• QA/QC Standards: Same rigorous protocols as existing products

The Science Behind Tween 20: Tween 20 (polysorbate 20) functions as a non-ionic surfactant at just 0.05% concentration, effectively reducing surface tension and preventing particle aggregation. This surfactant maintains optimal dispersion characteristics while allowing us to significantly reduce ethanol content from 95% to 20%, fundamentally changing the shipping classification.

Cost Impact Analysis: • Shipping Cost Reduction: €100+ savings per order • Regulatory Classification: No longer classified as dangerous goods • Global Accessibility: Simplified international shipping procedures • Total Cost Savings: Up to 25% reduction in delivered product costs

Implementation for Existing Customers: • Immediate Availability: New formulation ready for all new orders • Transition Period: Existing ethanol-based inventory will be fulfilled first •

Custom Orders: Specify preferred suspension medium when ordering

• Technical Support: Contact our team for formulation-specific questions

Shipping Regulation Changes: The elimination of dangerous goods classification removes restrictions on air transport, reduces documentation requirements, and eliminates hazardous material surcharges. This change particularly benefits our international clients in regions with strict hazardous material import regulations.

Next Steps: To order with the new water-based suspension medium, simply specify your preference when placing orders through www.microplastic.store or contact us directly at contact@microplasticsolution.com.

Questions about technical specifications or implementation? Our team is ready to support your transition to this cost-effective solution.