Analytical Testing Services

Nootropic Compound Testing
by HPLC

ANALITIKA performs HPLC purity and identity analysis on cognitive research compounds, providing Certificates of Analysis that characterize the analytical composition of submitted raw powders and preparations.

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3–5 days
COA turnaround
1–3 days
Testing starts within
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On every COA

Examples We Test

Representative compounds in this category

Piracetam
Aniracetam
Oxiracetam
Pramiracetam
Phenylpiracetam
Noopept
Modafinil
Armodafinil
NSI-189 Phosphate
Fasoracetam
Sunifiram (DM-235)
Coluracetam
Semax
Dihexa

Not listed? Use the Other / Not Listed option when submitting — or contact us before shipping to confirm method suitability.

Verifiable Results

Every COA includes a public verification link

Each Certificate of Analysis carries a unique report number and a shareable link. Anyone you provide the COA to can open that link on the Analitika site and confirm the result matches our sealed laboratory record.

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✓Unique report number
✓Sealed laboratory record
✓Shareable public link
✓QR code on PDF
✓Hash-based forgery check

Process

How to submit a sample

01

Create a free account

Sign up at the client portal — no commitment, no subscription required.

02

Submit your order

Select your tests, complete the submission form and pay online. Shipping instructions are sent after payment confirmation.

03

Ship your sample

Send your sample to our Ontario lab. Ship your sample in a sealed vial to our Ontario lab.

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Receive your COA

Testing begins within 1 to 3 business days of sample receipt. COA delivered in 3–5 business days via your portal and email.

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

How does HPLC detect nootropic compounds such as racetams or Noopept?

Most nootropic research compounds contain chromophoric groups — aromatic rings, amide bonds, or conjugated systems — that absorb UV light at characteristic wavelengths. Reversed-phase HPLC separates the analyte from impurities, synthetic by-products, and matrix components, while UV detection measures absorbance at an appropriate wavelength, commonly 210–254 nm depending on the compound. The retention time and peak area together support purity quantification and identity comparison against certified reference standards.

Can capsule contents or formulated preparations be tested, or only raw powder?

ANALITIKA can analyze both raw powders and capsule contents. For capsules, the fill material should be emptied from the shell and submitted as a loose powder. The analytical result reflects the purity of the analyte within the total extracted sample — including any excipients or fillers — so the reported chromatographic purity may differ from a pure raw material result. This distinction is documented clearly in the COA.

What does 'purity' mean specifically for a nootropic research compound?

In HPLC analysis, purity refers to the chromatographic area percentage attributed to the primary peak relative to the total integrated chromatogram. A result of 98% chromatographic purity means 98% of the UV-absorbing material detected co-elutes with the target compound's retention time. It does not address the presence of UV-inactive impurities, elemental contaminants, residual solvents, or biological activity — those require separate analytical methods beyond HPLC-UV.

Some nootropic compounds have low UV absorbance — can they still be tested?

Compounds with weak UV chromophores may require detection at lower wavelengths (e.g., 205–210 nm) or an optimized gradient to improve sensitivity. ANALITIKA evaluates method suitability before commencing analysis and will advise if a specific compound presents detection challenges. In such cases, we may request a reference standard or additional sample material to develop an appropriately sensitive method prior to accepting the submission.

Analytical results issued by ANALITIKA COMPOUND TESTING INC. are provided for research-use and research-related purposes only. They describe the sample as received and the analytical methods applied, and constitute analytical data only. ANALITIKA does not determine the safety, suitability for any intended use, or regulatory status of any material tested. These results are not an endorsement, approval, certification, or recommendation of the material for human use or for use in any animal, and must not be presented or relied upon as such. ANALITIKA accepts no responsibility for any use of a tested material beyond the analytical scope of this report.

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