5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  The Netherlands has developed a fast, reliable water quality monitoring system using HPLC-DAD for early detection of contaminants.

• 2

  HPLC-DAD enables the identification of 50–100 organic micropollutants at low concentrations, enhancing real-time monitoring capabilities.

• 3

  The harmonized platform allows for interlaboratory coordination, improving data exchange and response to contamination incidents.

• 4

  The pyrazole incident in 2015 showcased HPLC-DAD's effectiveness in quickly detecting contaminants that went unnoticed by other methods.

• 5

  The Dutch experience highlights the importance of method harmonization and collaboration for effective water quality monitoring.