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

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Description

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.

Method Parameters

Mobile PhaseMeCN/H2O – 95/5%
BufferNo
Flow Rate1.0 ml/min
DetectionUV, 200 nm, RI
LOD*Ethylene glycol 6 ppm (UV)
Class of CompoundsDiol
Analyzing CompoundsEthylene Glycol,Polyethylene Glycol

HPLC Column Used

Primesep AP, 4.6 x 150 mm, 5 µm, 100 A, dual ended