Description

Totalvolatilesuspendedsolids CAS NO 10-73-1 is a critical analytical parameter used to quantify the concentration of non-filterable, solid particles suspended in water or wastewater. This measurement is fundamental for assessing water quality, treatment efficiency, and environmental compliance across numerous industries. It is an indispensable metric for environmental engineers, plant operators, and regulatory bodies involved in process control and effluent monitoring.

Application

• Wastewater Treatment Monitoring: Essential for evaluating the performance of primary and secondary clarifiers, aeration basins, and overall plant efficiency.
• Environmental Compliance & Reporting: A key parameter for meeting National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits and other regulatory discharge limits.
• Industrial Process Water Analysis: Used in power generation, chemical manufacturing, and pulp & paper industries to monitor boiler feedwater, cooling water, and process streams for contamination.
• Drinking Water Quality Assessment: Monitors the effectiveness of filtration processes in municipal water treatment plants to ensure potable water safety.
• Research & Environmental Impact Studies: Serves as a baseline measurement in aquatic ecology studies and for assessing the impact of runoff and industrial effluents on receiving waters.
• Sludge Management: Helps in determining solids loading for digesters and calculating dewatering efficiency and biosolids production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Totalvolatilesuspendedsolids CAS NO 10-73-1
CAS No.	10-73-1
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Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Total Volatile Suspended Solids; TVSS; Volatile Suspended Solids; VSS; Non-Filterable Residue; Suspended Solids Volatile; Particulate Organic Matter; Effluent Suspended Solids
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our analytical standards and methodologies for determining Total Volatile Suspended Solids adhere to internationally recognized protocols such as Standard Methods 2540 E (APHA, AWWA, WEF) and equivalent EPA methods. Each batch of associated calibration materials or quality control samples is verified for accuracy and precision. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing method compliance and control results are available upon request to support your accreditation and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Associated filter papers, crucibles, and desiccants should be stored in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C, isolated from chemical fumes and excessive humidity to prevent contamination and weight drift.

Specification

Item	Specification
Parameter	Total Volatile Suspended Solids (TVSS)
Standard Reference Method	APHA 2540 E / Equivalent ISO/EPA Methods
Analytical Principle	Gravimetric (Drying & Ignition)
Filtration Medium	Glass Fiber Filter (Standard Grade)
Ignition Temperature	550 ± 50 °C
Reportable Units	mg/L
Typical Detection Limit	< 1 mg/L

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.