Fentanyl Identification on the Street and in the Lab

From powders and pills to large smuggling operations, Raman instruments from Metrohm identify fentanyl.

Fentanyl has developed into a global problem. Identifying it is the first step towards solving the crisis. Handheld Raman is ideal for fast and accurate in-field identification of fentanyl. Metrohm summarizes the key benefits of Raman spectroscopy and gives an overview of their capability to detect and identify fentanyl using handheld Raman devices. This site demonstrates the power of Raman in critical situations where clear, accurate answers are essential.

Finding a problem is the first step to solving it

Fentanyl usually appears as a mixture when it is distributed. From candy to over-the-counter medications, dealers will use any method necessary to hide fentanyl. Raman and SERS technology expands our ability to identify fentanyl that is hiding in plain sight.

Identification in and out of the lab

Raman devices from Metrohm can be used to identify fentanyl in the field or laboratory. They help law enforcement establish cause for arrest or speed up a backlog of samples taken from crime scenes. Utilizing Raman to screen samples saves valuable time and resources.

See Raman in action

Watch a documentary featuring MIRA identifying fentanyl-laced pharmaceuticals in Mexico and recent news footage featuring TacticID for safe testing of illicit substances. From flyers to applications, we have a collection that illustrates the power of handheld Raman in the search for fentanyl.

Quote: “First responders around the world count on us to help them address this global problem,” said Nancy Morris, CEO of Metrohm Spectro, Inc. “Raman products from Metrohm keep these first responders safe while they work to keep our communities safe.”