GC and GC-MS Application System
Pyrolysis gas chromatography mass spectrometry (Py-GCMS) can be used to characterize materials, including insoluble and complex materials at trace levels, often without any sample pretreatment, e.g. polymers, microplastics, rubber, paints, dyes, resins, coatings, cellulose, wood, textiles, oils etc. Leveraging the power of heat, this method is engaged to analyze compounds that can’t be assessed using traditional gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC/MS). By heating the sample mixture to the point of thermal degradation, the now smaller molecules can be separated by gas chromatography (GC) and identified by mass spectrometry (MS). The obtained information can be used to characterize polymer materials. While it cannot detect certain inorganic substances, this chemical analysis technique offers highly sensitive qualitative and quantitative data that makes Py-GCMS instruments incredibly useful to various industries and applications, including environmental analysis and forensic science.
* The Multi-Shot Pyrolyzer EGA/PY 3030D with its vertical micro furnace is the top-class model in the series of multi-function pyrolyzers developed by Frontier Laboratories Ltd.
Screening Analysis of TSCA Regulated PIP(3:1)
Analysis of PIP (3:1) in Plastic by Py/TD-GC-MS
Based on Section6(h) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), the United States Environmental Protection Agency(U.S.EPA) has started regulating phenol, isopropylated phosphate (3:1)(PIP(3:1)). We introduce an example of verifying that Py/TD-GC-MS can be applied to analyze PIP(3:1) in plastic.
Latest issue of Shimadzu Journal, featuring Environmental Analysis, has come out.
This issue showcases advanced technologies and research tackling the global challenges posed by PFAS. As part of Shimadzu’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and problem solving, we strive to reduce environmental impacts and build a better future.
Automatic Derivatization System for Phenethylamine Drugs
This system allows the on-column derivatization using auto-injector AOC-30i and a LabSolutions GCMS system that is now equipped with 2-step injection. On-column derivatization allows for the direct analysis of extracted urine samples without additional sample pretreatment, which can significantly shorten the time required for derivatization.
AOAC INTERNATIONAL Posters are now available.
Shimadzu has released the GCMS-QP2050
The next-generation GCMS-QP2050 gas chromatograph mass spectrometer, with its accumulation of impressive Shimadzu technology, will lead the way forward. New value is provided by hardware boasting astounding reliability and stability, and easy-to-operate software equipped with superior automated technology.
Solutions for Analysis of Ethylene Oxide and 2-Chloroethanol in Food
Even though Ethylene oxide (EtO / EO) is well-known to be a toxic compound with carcinogenic and mutagenic concerns, it has been widely used for fumigation in the food industry because it effectively reduces or eliminates microbiological contamination with bacteria/fungi. The recent recall of food products exported to the EU due to non-compliance with EU regulations has highlighted the importance of quantitation of EtO and 2-CE residues in food.
Latest issue of Shimadzu Journal, featuring Forensics / Toxicology, has come out.
This issue focuses on "Forensics / Toxicology", an area where science and technology are particularly important and needed. It starts with two customer interviews.
