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New method for detection of aromatic aldehydes

Journal Article · · Anal. Lett.; (United States)
OSTI ID:5100848
A new, simple and selective spot test reaction for aromatic aldehyde detection is described. The sample is treated with 2-picoline methiodide in the presence of piperidine as catalyst. The maximum sensitivity is obtained by evaporating the reactants to near dryness in a boiling water-bath. The colored products varied between orange and pink. Aldehyde samples as small as 1.0 ..mu..g can be detected successfully. Interference of other carbonyl containing compounds is tolerated.
Research Organization:
Ain Shams Univ., Cairo (Egypt)
OSTI ID:
5100848
Journal Information:
Anal. Lett.; (United States), Journal Name: Anal. Lett.; (United States) Vol. 20:12; ISSN ANALB
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English