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haligreenlee
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Fragrance Extractions

I'm curious about any suggestions you may have on the best methods for extracting fragrance from various cosmetic bases (shampoos, lotions, condtioners, etc.).  Currently, I am using a pentane extraction method and a simple distillation method.  My GC runs are hit-and-miss.  So, I'm wondering if there is something else I should be doing.  Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

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skippymor1
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Re: Fragrance Extractions

1. Try Hexane instead of Pentane, extract and run through GC.

2. Try DMSO (Dimethyl sulfoxide), extract and run through GC.

3.  Check EPA methods.


Note: It may be necessary to acidify the solution prior to extraction.

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haligreenlee
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Re: Fragrance Extractions

Thanks for the suggestions.

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