Fire Database
Forensic Science at UCF

Physical Evidence Research at the National Center for Forensic Science (NCFS) is focused on the analysis of trace evidence (ignitable liquids, explosives, fiber evidence, glass, etc.) and the design of selective-sampling materials and devices. The Physical Evidence Research group is also responsible for developing and maintaining the Ignitable Liquids Reference Collection (ILRC) and online database in collaboration with the Technical Working Group on Fire and Explosion (TWGFEX-an organization comprised of investigators and laboratory analysts involved in the investigations of fires and explosions). These research projects utilize state-of-the-art instrumentation, including liquid chromatography- mass spectrometry (LC-MS), gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), scanning electron microscope-energy dispersive X-rays (SEM/EDX), capillary electrophoresis (CE), ion mobility spectrometry (IMS) and modern computational methods. Fourier Transform - Infrared (FTIR) Laser induced breakdown spectroscopy.

The Ignitable Liquids Reference Collection is a compilation of reference materials used by forensic analysts to conduct fire debris analysis. The ILRC consists of a comprehensive set of physical specimens of ignitable liquids and accompanying characterization data used in the analysis of fire debris samples in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) E-1387 and E-1618 standard test methods.

Samples from the ILRC repository can be purchased from NCFS using the ILRC Order Form.

All samples will be delivered via UPS-Ground in 1/2 dram vials on activated charcol. Sample is $5.00 per sample and $5.00 for shipping and handling.

For More Information

Michael Sigman
Department of Chemistry
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 32816
NCFS's Ignitable Liquids Reference Collection