MethAlert Results
MethAlert50 is a colorimetric test that detects the presence of methamphetamine residue on surfaces from 15 to 5000 micrograms/100 cm2. Results should not be used for clearance purposes.
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| Deep blue color bloom Meth residue detected above 15 micrograms/100 cm2 |
No color bloom Meth residue not detected at 15-microgram lower limit of visual identification |
Using MethAlert Results
MethAlert has many applications including those listed below:
- Industrial hygienists or sanitarians called to investigate a suspect property.
- Law enforcement determining if meth has been recently cooked or smoked in a suspect area.
- Landlords testing for possible contamination in leased properties.
- Social services personnel determining if meth has been cooked or smoked in a case home where children reside.
- Firefighters or other first-responders checking non-disposable PPE to verify decontamination after responding to a meth lab site.
- A quick check for consultants determining travel of contamination in multi-room buildings such as hotels and apartments
Download MethAlert Flysheet PDF
Download MethAlert Operating Instructions PDF
Download MSDS - MethAlert Step 1 Wetting Agent PDF
Download MSDS - MethAlert Step 2 Developer PDF
Download MSDS - MethAlert Step 3 Developer PDF
Technical Note: Conformance of MethAlert to NIJ Standard-0604.1
Note: MethAlert is a colorimetric test that detects the presence of methamphetamine residue on surfaces from 15 to 5000 micrograms/100 cm2. Results should not be used for clearance purposes.
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