Ocean Optics Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) substrates let you make fast, repeatable measurements for the identification and quantification of SERS-active analytes. Typical applications include trace level detection of narcotics, pesticides and taggants. Now, new improved SERS substrates offer extended shelf life of eight months, a significant improvement over the previous 30-day or six-week limits. This change greatly reduces time pressure for users.