Agilent 6890/5973 GC/MSD Dioxin Analysis Application Note

About this manual

The document describes a cost-effective approach for analyzing dioxins, such as 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD), using the Agilent 6890/5973 Gas Chromatograph/Mass Selective Detector system. It highlights that this benchtop configuration offers sensitivity comparable to high-resolution mass spectrometry for EPA Methods 625 and 613.1.

What's inside

• Abstract
• Benchtop Mass Spectrometer Application
• Analysis via the GC/MSD System
• Results
• System Configuration

Frequently asked questions

What is the detection limit for 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin with this system?

The desired analytical goal was to detect 0.2 pg of the analyte.

Which EPA methods does this system support for dioxin analysis?

The system is suitable for use in EPA Methods 625 and 613.1.

What column was used for the analysis?

The analysis utilized an HP-5MS column with dimensions of 30 m x 250 µm.