
· High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Method for Analysis of 6-Benzylaminopurine
6-Benzylaminopurine is a plant growth regulation compound with the molecular formula C 12 H 11 N 5 . It’s presence in asparagus, for example, leads to deeper color, increased firmness, and a decrease in fibrous hardness. In general, it stimulates cell division and differentiation.
6-Benzylaminopurine can be retained and analyzed using the Primesep 100 stationary phase column. The analysis utilizes an isocratic method with a simple mobile phase consisting of water and acetonitrile (MeCN) with a sulfuric acid buffer. Detection is performed using UV.
| Mobile Phase | MeCN – 50% |
|---|---|
| Buffer | H2SO4 – 0.2% |
| Flow Rate | 1.0 ml/min |
| Detection | UV 275 nm |
| Class of Compounds | Natural Compound |
| Analyzing Compounds | 6-Benzylaminopurine |