Analysis of Pesticides in Food and Environmental Samples presents the most effective techniques for analyzing pesticide residues and other chemical contaminants in foods as well as in soil, water, and air.

Analysis of Pesticides in Food and Environmental Samples

• Provides a concise review of pesticide classes and their physicochemical properties
• Describes specific analytical methods for measuring pesticides in food, soil, water, and air samples
• Highlights effective new technologies for monitoring chemical contaminants
• Addresses regulatory aspects of pesticides in the environment
• Includes extensive reference data on the levels of pesticides found in actual foods and environmental samples

Analysis of Pesticides in Food and Environmental Samples enables scientists to measure and predict the behavior and toxicity of pesticides with a higher degree of accuracy.

The methodologies and insight in this timely work will contribute to the development of more effective, less toxic pesticides as well as better safety regulations.

Contents

1. Pesticides: Classification and Properties
2. Sample Handling of Pesticides in Food and Environmental Samples
3. Analysis of Pesticides by Chromatographic Techniques Coupled with Mass Spectrometry
4. Immunoassays and Biosensors
5. Quality Assurance
6. Determination of Pesticides in Food of Vegetal Origin
7. Determination of Pesticides in Food of Animal Origin
8. Determination of Pesticides in Soil
9. Determination of Pesticides in Water
10. Sampling and Analysis of Pesticides in the Atmosphere
11. Levels of Pesticides in Food and Food Safety Aspects
12. Monitoring of Pesticides in the Environment

Index

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