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Optimisation of headspace solid-phase microextraction for analysis of aromatic compounds in vinegar
Remedios Castro Mejías1, Ramón Natera Marín, M de Valme García Moreno
1Analytical Chemistry Department, Faculty of scinces, University of Cádiz, Rio San Pedro, Puerto Real, Spain. remedios.castro@uca.es
Journal of Chromatography. A
|June 13, 2002
Summary
Headspace solid-phase microextraction (HS-SPME) effectively analyzes vinegar aroma. Carboxen-polydimethylsiloxane fibers showed high efficiency, though optimization of extraction parameters was needed for best results.
Area of Science:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Food Science
Background:
- Vinegar aroma analysis is crucial for quality control.
- Headspace solid-phase microextraction (HS-SPME) is a promising technique for volatile compound extraction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To optimize HS-SPME for analyzing aroma compounds in vinegar.
- To evaluate different fiber coatings and extraction parameters.
Main Methods:
- HS-SPME using various fiber coatings (Carboxen-polydimethylsiloxane, polydimethylsiloxane, Carbowax-divinylbenzene, polydimethylsiloxane-divinylbenzene).
- Optimization of extraction parameters (time, temperature, ionic strength, sample volume) using chemometric tools (factorial design, central composite design).
Main Results:
- Carboxen-polydimethylsiloxane fiber demonstrated superior extraction efficiency for vinegar aroma compounds.
- Extraction efficiency was negatively impacted by acetic acid concentration.
- No interference was observed from polyphenol content.
Conclusions:
- HS-SPME is a suitable method for vinegar aroma analysis.
- Carboxen-polydimethylsiloxane fibers offer high efficiency but require parameter optimization.
- Acetic acid concentration is a key factor influencing extraction efficiency.