HPLC Method For Analysis of Ethylene Glycol and Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) on Primesep AP Column

Separation type: Liquid Chromatography HILIC


High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Method for Analysis of Ethylene glycol, PEG 200, PEG 400.

Polyethylene glycol (PEG) has a low toxicity and is used in a variety of products (creams, laxatives, lubricants). When attached to various protein medications, polyethylene glycol allows a slowed clearance of the carried protein from the blood. This makes for a longer acting medicinal effect, reduces toxicity, and allows longer dosing intervals. HILIC separation can be used to determine polyethylene glycol content in various formulations using ELSD, RI detection, or LC/MS detection. HPLC separation of oligomers can be achieved by changing the amount of acetonitrile.

ColumnPrimesep AP, 4.6×150 mm, 5 µm, 100A
Mobile PhaseMeCN/H2O – 95/5%
BufferNo
Flow Rate1.0 ml/min
DetectionUV, 200 nm, RI
LOD*Ethylene glycol 6 ppm (UV)
*LOD was determined for this combination of instrument, method, and analyte, and it can vary from one laboratory to another even when the same general type of analysis is being performed.
Class of Compounds
Diol
Analyzing CompoundsEthylene glycol, PEG 200, PEG 400

Application Column

Primesep AP

The Primesep family of mixed-mode columns offers a wide variety of stationary phases, boasting unprecedented selectivity in the separation of a broad array of chemical compounds across multiple applications. Corresponding Primesep guard columns, available with all stationary phases, do not require holders. SIELC provides a method development service available to all customers. Inquire about our specially-tailored custom LC-phases for specific separations.

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Application Analytes:
Ethylene Glycol
Polyethylene Glycol
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