Samples are analyzed using the U.S. Compost Council's "Test Methods for the Evaluation of Composting and Compost" or methods specific to your states' regulations. Please select an item from the list below to learn more: • Basic Test Packages • Individual Analyses		Compost Links Sampling Guide [PDF, 5 kb] Submittal Form [PDF, 74 kb] View Sample Report [PDF, 16 kb]

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C1 Solids, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium C2 C1 plus Sulfur, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Iron, Aluminum, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron C4 C1 plus Ammonium Nitrogen C5 C2 plus Ammonium Nitrogen C6 C2 plus Organic Matter and Carbon, C:N Ratio, pH, Soluble Salts

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Aggregate Size (Sieve Analysis: 2", 1", 5/8", 3/8", 1/4", 4mm) Ammonium Nitrogen Ash and Volatile Solids Bulk Density C:N Ratio (includes Total Nitrogen, Organic Matter and Carbon) CO2 Respiration Fecal Coliform (MPN) Germination Maturity Assessment (Odor and Color) Moisture (@70 degrees C) Organic Matter and Carbon (by combustion) Physical Tests (Air Space, Pore Volume, Bulk Density, Water Holding Capacity) pH Salmonella Self Heating Test (Stability Classification) Soluble Salts (saturated paste) Solvita Test (CO2 Respiration) Total Inert Materials (% glass, % plastic, % metals) 503 Metals (As, Cd, Cu, Hg, Mo, Ni, Pb, Se, Zn) *We require a filled one gallon plastic bag to complete most analyses. Physical Tests and Salmonella require additional sample. Samples should be shipped cool. **Other test packages may be available. Contact the laboratory for availability and pricing.