Safely Identify the Unknown - with Confidence

Based in Wilmington, Massachusetts, USA since 2011, Rigaku Analytical Devices is a pioneer in handheld 1064 nm Raman-based technology for material identification. With thousands of analyzers deployed globally, our solutions are trusted by law enforcement, military, government agencies, and first responders to identify chemical threats in the field.

From our latest-generation Icon-X to the established CQL series, Rigaku offers handheld chemical identification solutions for a wide range of operational needs.

The pharmaceutical industry also relies on Rigaku’s Raman technology for raw material identification, research & development, anti-counterfeit and quality control.

Rigaku Analytical Devices is an ISO 9001:2015 certified facility.

Safe

Identify compatible substances through translucent packaging, helping minimize direct exposure to potentially hazardous materials.

Fast

Obtain rapid chemical identification results, typically in less than 1 minute for standard handheld analysis.

Comprehensive library

Access extensive onboard chemical libraries, with options to expand identification capabilities for specialized applications.

Chemical threats

U.S. DoD JPEO DR SKO Program Approved

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Illicit narcotics

Accepted by SWGDRUG for Presumptive ID

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Pharmaceutical raw materials

U.S. FDA 21 CFR Part 11 Compliant

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Military / EOD operations

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First responders

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Customs agencies

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Law enforcement

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Overdose prevention centers

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Pharmaceutical manufacturing

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Icon-X

Rigaku's fourth-generation handheld 1064 nm Raman analyzer delivers advanced chemical identification with enhanced mixture analysis, integrated photo documentation, and rugged construction. Pair Icon-X with the Vector standoff accessory to analyze potential threats from distances up to 3 m (approximately 9 ft).

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CQL Max-ID

Maximizes chemical threat analysis, with the largest on-board library to identify over 13,000 items including narcotics, explosives, toxic chemical industrial chemicals, chemical warfare agents (CWAs), and more.

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CQL Gen-ID

Expands chemical threat analysis with a library that also includes more general threats, including explosives and general chemicals.

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CQL Narc-ID

Presumptive identification of narcotics, precursor chemicals, and cutting agents.

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What is Raman spectroscopy?

Raman Raman_Icon spectroscopy is an established vibrational technique that produces a spectrum that relates to features in the sample’s molecular structure. Each compound’s Raman spectrum is unique, and serves as a “chemical fingerprint” that can be used to identify an unknown compound, or a mixture of compounds.

What are the benefits of Raman technology?

Nondestructive testing
Little to no sample preparation
Identify various form factors, such as solids, powders, gels, pastes and liquids
Scan through translucent packaging, such as plastic and glass – keeping the user or material safe from exposure