What is GC-MS testing?
Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS) combines separation of compounds with mass-based detection to support identification and measurement. Its suitability depends on the compounds, sample matrix and analytical method. Headspace sampling is a sample-introduction approach; it should not be treated as another name for all GC-MS testing.
For method availability and sample submission, explore our GC-MS testing services.
When should a manufacturer consider GC-MS analysis?
GC-MS may be considered when a testing question involves suitable volatile or semi-volatile compounds, solvent-related impurities or identification of unknown components. The laboratory should first confirm whether the proposed method can answer the specific question. Identification and quantitative measurement require different supporting evidence.
What information should you provide before testing?
Share the sample type, target compounds or suspected contamination, expected concentration range, required reporting limits and intended use of the report. Include handling precautions and an applicable specification, where available.
Does every GC-MS test measure the same compounds?
No. The compounds covered and reporting limits depend on the method and sample. A broad screening result should not be described as proof that every possible contaminant is absent.
Research analysis
- Unknown Compound Identification
- Identification of impurities up to the Lowest detection level
Pharmaceutical
- Residual Solvent analysis
- Solvent Purity and assay analysis
- Fatty acid Profile
- Quantification of Stearic acid and Palmitic acid
- Quantification of Ethylene Oxide and 1,4 Dioxan
- Quantification of Ethylene glycol and Diethylene Glycol
- Assay Quantification of Phenols and Cresols
- Nitrosamine Impurity analysis
If your objective is to measure manufacturing solvents in a pharmaceutical sample, see our residual solvent analysis service.
Food and Water Products
- Fatty acid Profile in food products
- Pesticide analysis in food and water samples
- Vitamin Analysis in food products
- PAH, PCB analysis in food products
- Quantification of Chemical contaminants in Marine food
- Flavor analysis in food
- Fragrance component Identification in food
- Quantification of Unsaturated Fatty acid methyl esters in food
- Quantification of Organic acids and Amino acids in Coffee
Polymer samples
- Purity of thinners
- Assay Quantification of Phenols and Cresols
- Quantification of phthalate esters
- Unknown component identification in Thinners, Adhesives, Paints and Polymer additives
Cosmetic samples
- Potential Allergens (IFRA) in Perfumes
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) in fragrance
- Identification of adulteration in the perfume Industry
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