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City of Edinburgh Council

Scientific services


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Scientific Services is nationally accredited to provide a wide range of laboratory testing and scientific advisory services. 

Food analysis

We carry out a wide range of analytical tests on foods and raw materials. We are also able to provide a certification service to food manufacturers and exporters.

Asbestos monitoring

We provide a sampling service to identify the presence of asbestos, carry out site surveys, and undertake air tests to ensure harmful fibre levels are not present. 

Water analysis

We provide a chemical and microbiological testing service for a wide variety of water types, including drinking water, rivers and lochs and water supply systems.

Microbiological testing

We can carry out a wide range of microbiological tests on food, animal feeding stuffs, drinking water, air conditioning systems, consumer products and environmental material.



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Air quality testing

We carry out a range of air quality investigations in homes, workplaces (including boiler houses) and the environment.

Toy testing

We test toys for compliance with the Toy Safety Regulations to ensure that they do not present a risk of injury to children.


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Edinburgh scientific services

Services for Communities

4 Marine Esplanade, Seafield, Edinburgh, EH6 7LU

Tel: 0131 555 7980

Fax: 0131 555 7987

Email: scientific.se
rvices@edinburgh.gov.
uk