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  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Spectroscopy
  • Forensic Science

Background:

  • Ephedrine (EPH) and pseudoephedrine (PSE) are isomers with similar chemical structures.
  • Distinguishing between EPH and PSE is crucial in forensic analysis and pharmaceutical quality control.
  • Traditional methods may require sample preparation or can be time-consuming.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of micro-Raman spectroscopy and UV resonance Raman spectroscopy for differentiating EPH and PSE.
  • To identify specific spectral markers for unambiguous identification of EPH and PSE.
  • To explore the application of computational methods in supporting experimental spectroscopic data.

Main Methods:

  • Micro-Raman spectroscopy utilizing 785 nm excitation.
  • UV resonance Raman spectroscopy with 360 nm excitation.
  • Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations for spectral analysis and comparison.

Main Results:

  • Distinct Raman spectral profiles were observed for EPH and PSE.
  • Specific Raman bands at approximately 245 and 410 cm-1 (EPH) differed significantly from bands at approximately 215, 265, 350, 450, and 555 cm-1 (PSE).
  • DFT calculations accurately reproduced experimental spectra, confirming the observed differences.

Conclusions:

  • Raman spectroscopy provides a rapid and non-destructive method for distinguishing between ephedrine and pseudoephedrine.
  • The identified spectral differences offer a reliable basis for forensic identification.
  • This study expands the utility of Raman spectroscopy in forensic science for isomer differentiation.