This document describes the method of fast fingerprint analysis of perfumes using Agilent J&W FactorFour VF-WAXms high efficiency GC columns. The column shows excellent selectivity for the volatiles present in perfumes and allows significant reduction in analysis time without compromising on resolution of separation.
This document presents an application note by Helena Jacobse from Agilent Technologies regarding the use of VF-WAXms columns for analyzing perfumes. The text highlights that the 0.15 mm column allows for significantly reduced analysis time without compromising separation resolution compared to the 0.25 mm column. It includes a comparison of chromatograms showing the selectivity for volatiles present in perfumes.
| Column Type | VF-WAXms High Efficiency GC Columns |
|---|---|
| Column Dimensions (Fast) | 15 m x 0.15 mm df = 0.15 mm |
| Column Dimensions (Standard) | 30 m x 0.25 mm df= 0.25 um |
| Carrier Gas | Helium, 2.0 bar |
| Temperature Range | 75 °C to 260 °C |
| Temperature Ramp | 16 °C/min |
| Injector Temperature | 250 °C |
| Detector Temperature | 275 °C |
| Sample Size | 1.0 ub |
| Sample Composition | Perfume, 2 % (acetone) |
It allows analysis time to be reduced significantly without compromising on the resolution of the separation.
The sample used was perfume diluted with 2% acetone.