Charles River provides a full range of toxicity-based study types to assess the environmental risk of agrochemical products. We have experience conducting studies in a variety of test articles, including those that are volatile, unstable or partially soluble.
We offer studies to assess the toxicity of test articles to a range of species, including:
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Avian
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Fish
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Algae, aquatic and terrestrial plants
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Soil microorganisms
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Seedling emergence and growth
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Freshwater and marine species
We also provide a full analytical service for the method validation and routine analysis required in support of many of the aquatic studies.
Studies undertaken to determine toxicity to terrestrial organisms and beneficial insects include:
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Acute and reproduction toxicity to earthworms
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Beneficial arthropods
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Effects on soil microbial activity, carbon mineralization and nitrogen transformation