Understanding your assay report
More than a purity number
A report is most useful when you understand what was tested and how. Check the identity of the laboratory and the report reference before interpreting the numerical result.
| Report detail | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Sample identity | Connects the analysed material to the sample submitted. |
| Method and preparation | Describes how the result was obtained and what was measured. |
| Units and basis | Clarifies how to interpret the reported concentration. |
| Dates and reference | Helps identify the specific report and testing event. |
| Limitations and uncertainty | Provides context for appropriate use and interpretation. |
Ask before relying on the result
If a refinery, buyer, insurer or other party needs to accept the report, agree their requirements before testing. Ask the issuing laboratory to clarify unfamiliar units or method limitations.
What an assay does not establish
A compositional result does not automatically verify ownership, lawful origin, export status or an entire commercial transaction. Those questions require separate evidence and checks.
Start with the right questions.
Prepare your material details and testing objective before contacting a laboratory.