Presentation Profile
Improved characterization of malodours from recycled plastics using TD–GC×GC–TOF MS
Currently Scheduled: 10/11/2022 - 2:10 PM - 2:35 PM
Room: Tulip
Main Author
Matthew Edwards - SepSolve Analytical
Abstract:
The analysis of plastic has gained increased attention in recent years, due to the global push to move to a circular economy and use more recycled plastics, which require more rigorous quality control to ensure they will not produce harmful or odorous emissions.
However, there are several limitations with the existing methods for the detection of odours from plastics – such as, human sensory panels, eNose and GC-MS.
Here, we show how TD–GC×GC–TOF MS can address these challenges, by providing high sensitivity and improved separation of the odour profiles, prior to confident identification of the individual analytes.
