Leachability of selected organic pollutants from estuarine sediments

This study provides data on the spatial variability of VOCs, PAHs, and EOX compounds present in the marine inter-tidal sediments at Santander Bay, Nor th Spain. The studied area is an estuarine of hi,oh ecological value with a relevant socio-economic influence over the region. A sampling strategy was developed taking into consideration the characterisation of the Bay, resul ting in seven sampling points. The results obtained allow the determination of the nature and extent of the present organic pollution in the sediments , in order to determine influence of sources and its optimum management.