Ethylene Oxide (EtO) and its derivative 2-chloroethanol (2-CE) represent a new emerging food safety issue due to their toxic nature and adverse effects on human health. The recent surge in product recalls across the globe – from noodles to nuts and even ice creams – due to trace levels of EtO contamination highlights the importance of quantitation of EtO and 2-CE residues in food.
So, how can we detect these effectively?
GC-MS and GC-MS/MS are highly sensitive and specific analytical techniques capable of accurately detecting and quantifying EtO and 2-CE residues.
Check out this infographic that breaks down the end-to-end workflow for EtO and 2-CE analysis using GC-MS analysis via:
✔ Dynamic Headspace Injection
✔ Liquid Injection Method
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