ICAR – Indian Institute of Horticultural ResearchHesaraghatta Lake Post · Bengaluru 560 089

Pesticide analysis

GC–MS/MS · Residues

Targeted trace pesticide residue analysis with GC–MS/MS.

Operational

Available for enquiries. Confirm suitability and arrangements with SAIF before sending samples.

Applications

Targeted trace analysis of pesticide residues suited to GC–MS/MS. The brochure states that methods covering about 35 pesticide standards are available.

Instrument & model

Shimadzu GCMS-TQ8040NCI

Specifications

Shimadzu GCMS-TQ8040NCI triple-quadrupole system with electron-ionisation and chemical-ionisation capabilities.

Sample requirements

For fruit or vegetable samples, the brochure specifies 1 kg, packed in polythene in a box containing dry ice. Confirm suitability and dispatch arrangements with SAIF.

Limitations & suitability

Analysis is limited to compounds covered by validated methods and available standards. Confirm the pesticide list and matrix with SAIF before dispatch.

Person in charge

Dr. Abhishek MandalScientistDivision of Basic Sciences 080-23086100 / 248

Approved charges

The revised tariff effective 24 September 2026 applies. Add 18% GST. Confirm the test, number of samples and final amount with SAIF before payment.

ServiceCompaniesICAR / SAU / SHU / Govt. R&DStudents / farmers
pesticide residue · per sample₹10,000₹4,000₹3,000 farmers / students

Read the sample submission instructions.

Enquire about this instrument

Last updated 28 September 2026. Availability can change; confirm before dispatch.