Zebron GC Columns
Ensure accurate and reproducible results in your GC-MS analyses
Analysis of glycols in oil field brines
The matrix is hard on columns, but these are lasting longer than any other brands we have tried. Good resolution and very consistent retention times.
Review Date: 1 Apr 2022 | Phenomenex Inc
Flavor and fragrances
Excellent product, low bleed, good performance.
Review Date: 11 Feb 2022 | Phenomenex Inc
Analysis of essential oils
Very robust column.
Review Date: 1 Oct 2021 | Phenomenex Inc
Food nutrition analysis
Effective in analyzing trace compounds.
Review Date: 17 May 2021 | Phenomenex Inc
Pharmaceuticals
Low bleed GC columns and targeted selectivity.
Review Date: 17 May 2021 | Phenomenex Inc
Aroma compounds in food
It's a long-lasting column in my lab with great separation and excellent peaks, MS spectrum looks fantastic!
Review Date: 8 Feb 2021 | Phenomenex Inc
Gas chromatography
Great column that lasts a long time. We do not have a high volume of samples and this column lasts a long time without problems. I have used this type and brand for years with no issues where I need after sales support.
Review Date: 2 Feb 2021 | Phenomenex Inc
Cannabinoid HPLC
The columns are robust, stable and provide excellent separation with a clean baseline.
Review Date: 6 Mar 2020 | Phenomenex Inc
Analyze contaminants in recycled solvent
This column is great at separating moderately polar species where other columns fail.
Review Date: 11 Apr 2019 | Phenomenex Inc
Gas chromatography
Easy to use. Great customer service. Willing to customize to customer needs.
Review Date: 26 Mar 2019 | Phenomenex Inc
Phenomenex GC columns portfolio covers a wide range of applications.
From the simplest to the most challenging method, our GC column technology allows to deliver high performance, faster analysis with optimal resolution and separation of the most complex matrices. Every GC stationary phase comes in different sizes so you can find the perfect match for your target analytes
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Zebron™ ZB-5ms GC Columns
Phenomenex IncLow Bleed Performance for GC/MSMost popular starting column for method developersArylene Matrix Technology (AMT) provides a highly stable arylene phase for enhanced resolution of PAHs and multi-ring aromatic compoundsLow bleed (MS certified) especially suited to high sensitivity work using GC/MSRecommended UseAcids, Alkaloids, Amines, Dioxins, Drugs, EPA Methods (525, 610, 625, 8100), Essential Oils/Flavors, FAMEs, Halo-hydrocarbons, PCBs/Aroclors, Pesticides/Herbicides, Phenols, Residual Solvents, Semi-volatiles, Solvent Impurities
Zebron™ ZB-SemiVolatiles GC columns
Phenomenex IncA New Generation of Performance for Semi-Volatiles AnalysisZB-SemiVolatiles delivers inert, rugged performance with Enviro-Inert™ Technology enhanced 5% phenyl-arylene selectivity. We take the guesswork out of meeting method requirements - troublesome compounds in your samples and the 8270D tuning standard are used as our QC mix, so you can be sure your column is ready to meet suitability requirements for the method!5 Reasons Chromatographers Love ItDelivers supreme inertness for acids, amines, and other notoriously active compoundsHold calibrations and increase productivity up to 58%Detect down to ultra-low levels (0.2 ng on-column)Improve critical pair resolution (valley height 9.9% for benzo[b] and benzo[k])The most popular choice for testing of semi-volatiles, PAHs, and PBDEsRecommended UseSemi-volatiles (SVOCs), PAHs, PBDEs, EPA Methods (525, 610, 625, 8100, 8270D)Specifically Designed for Supreme SVOC Inertness
Zebron™ ZB-WAX GC Columns
Phenomenex IncPEG Versatility for Solvents, Acids, and AminesBonded, solvent rinsable phase excellent for separating polar complex mixturesGC/MS Certified low bleed levelsLow activity for aminesExcellent separations of polar complex mixtures; widely used for profiling and "fingerprinting"Recommended UseAlcohols, Aldehydes, Aromatics, Basic Compounds, Essential Oils, Flavors & Fragrances, Glycols, Pharmaceuticals, Solvents, Styrene, Xylene Isomers
Zebron™ ZB-1 GC Columns
Phenomenex IncLow Polarity for a Wide Range of SeparationsRugged, high efficiency, and MS Certified low bleedWell-suited for true boiling point separationsExcellent resolving power of critical pairs in complex petrochemical samplesUsed for “fingerprinting” and routine quality control analyses (e.g., citrus oils)Recommended ApplicationsAmines, Drugs, Essential Oils, Ethanol, Gases (Refinery), Hydrocarbons, Mercaptans, MTBE, Natural Gas Odorants, Oxygenates and GROs, PCBs, Pesticides, Semi-volatiles, Simulated Distillation, Solvent Impurities, Sulfur Compounds (Light)
Zebron™ ZB-WAXplus GC Columns
Phenomenex Inc100% Aqueous Stability for Polar Compounds100% aqueous stable, excellent for aqueous samples; bonded and solvent rinseableExtremely inert for acidic compoundsEnhanced selectivity for low boiling solvents; high retention of alcohols and chlorinated solventsIncreased efficiency at 20 °CZB-WAXplus provides optimal selectivity for many aqueous soluble compounds such as those found in alcoholic beverages or glycol samples. The ZB-WAXplus bonding process results in exceptional stability to repeated injections of aqueous matrices like whiskey. Multiple or routine water injections will not alter the efficiency or polarity of the phase over time.Recommended UseAlcohols, Aldehydes, Aromatics, Essential Oils, Flavors & Fragrances, Free Fatty Acids, Glycols, OVIs, Pharmaceuticals, Solvents / Residual Solvents, Styrene, Xylene IsomersEnhanced Aqueous Stability
Zebron™ ZB-624 GC Columns
Phenomenex IncRobust Results for VOCs and Residual SolventsIncreased temperature limit speeds run times and re-equilibrationPopular choice for residual solvent testing (USP Monograph )Widely used to separate volatile organic flavor and fragrance additives and residual solvents in industrial or pharmaceutical products (OVIs)Equivalent to USP phase G43Recommended UseEPA Methods (501.3, 502.2, 503.1, 524.2, 601, 602, 624, 8010, 8015, 8020, 8021, 8240, 8260), Pharmaceuticals, Residual Solvents, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
Zebron ZB-CLPesticides-1 & 2 GC Columns
Phenomenex IncDrop-In Performance for Chlorinated Pesticides by GC/ECDWhy Pesticide Labs Are Making The SwitchGuaranteed, direct replacement to Restek® Rtx®-CLPesticides columnsResolve multiple chlorinated pesticide classes on one pair with enhanced, fine-tuned selectivityMeet requirements for 7 EPA methods by GC/ECD (8081, 8082, 8151, 504, 505, 508, and 552)Instantly save on every ZB-CLPesticides column and kit with everyday low pricingRecommended UseDual-column chlorinated pesticides, herbicides, haloacetic acids (HAAs), EPA Methods (8081, 8082, 8151, 504, 505, 508, and 552)
Zebron ZB-1ms GC Columns
Phenomenex IncLow Bleed Performance for GC/MSVery low bleed (MS Certified) especially suited to high sensitivity GC/MSImproved signal-to-noise ratio for better sensitivity and mass spectral integrityExtremely inert for active compounds such as drugs, pesticides, acids, and basesLower Overall Column ActivityActivity is a key measure of column quality. ZB-1ms columns are aggressively tested to ensure full deactivation.Recommended ApplicationsAcids, Amines, Diesel Fuel, Drugs, Flavors & Fragrances, PCBs (EPA Method 1668)
Zebron ZB-5 GC Columns
Phenomenex IncLow Polarity for a Wide Range of SeparationsVersatile column recommended for a wide range of applicationsGreat column for unknown samplesResilient to dirty samples – long column lifeRecommended UseAlkaloids, Dioxins, Drugs, Essential Oils/Flavors, FAMEs, Halo-hydrocarbons, PCBs/Aroclors, Pesticides/Herbicides, Phenols, Residual Solvents
Zebron ZB-35 GC Columns
Phenomenex IncLow Bleed, Intermediate Polarity Selectivity for GC/MSIntermediate polarity column for high molecular weight analysisInert to minimize analyte adsorption, improve efficiency, and reproducibilityMore rugged (longer column life) than other polar phasesExcellent for trace analysis with bleed-sensitive detectors (MS, FID, ECD, NPD)Recommended UseAmines, Aroclors, Drugs, EPA Methods (508, 608, 8081, 8141, 8151), Pesticides, Pharmaceuticals, Semi-volatiles, Steroids
Zebron ZB-50 GC Columns
Phenomenex IncRugged Performance for High Polarity SelectivityHigh polarity column capable of high temperature bakeout to remove contaminantsInert to minimize analyte adsorption, improve efficiency, and reproducibilityMore rugged (longer column life) than other polar phasesGreat for toxicology and environmental compoundsRecommended UseAntidepressants, Aroclors, Cholesterols, Drugs of Abuse, EPA Methods (508, 608, 8081, 8141, 8151), Glycols, Pesticides/Herbicides, Steroids, Triglycerides
Zebron ZB-1HT Inferno GC Columns
Phenomenex IncPerformance Up to 430 °CRugged, high temperature stable (430 °C), polyimide-coated fused silica phaseRobust column performance for high temperature bake outsTrue boiling point separation for hydrocarbon distillation methodsRecommended for chemists struggling with high boilers, contaminants, or carry-oversR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for High Temp TestingWith advanced polymer bonding technology and specialized high temperature polyimide coating, Zebron Inferno columns offer enhanced performance where other columns fail. See how Inferno columns allow analysts to push a standard analysis up to 430 °C.Recommended ApplicationsDiesel Fuel, High Boiling Petroleum Products, High Molecular Weight Waxes, Long-chained Hydrocarbons, Motor Oils, Polymers/Plastics, Simulated Distillation
Zebron ZB-5HT Inferno GC Columns
Phenomenex IncRugged Performance Up to 430 °CRugged, high temperature stable (430 °C), polyimide-coated fused silica phaseRobust column performance for high temperature bake outsRecommended for chemists struggling with high boilers, contaminants, or carry-oversWith advanced polymer bonding technology and specialized high temperature polyimide coating, Zebron Inferno columns offer enhanced performance where other columns fail. See how Inferno columns allow analysts to push a standard analysis up to 430 °C.Recommended UseDiesel Fuels, High Boiling Petroleum Products, High Molecular Weight Waxes, Long-chained Hydrocarbons, Motor Oils, Polymers/Plastics, Simulated Distillation, Surfactants, TriglyceridesR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for High Temp Testing
Zebron ZB-1701 GC Columns
Phenomenex IncAlternate Selectivity for Mid-Polarity AnalysesFast run and re-equilibration times for enhanced sample throughput and productivityProvides alternate selectivity to phenyl phases with similar polarityRecommended UseAlcohols, Amines, Aromatic Hydrocarbons, Drugs, Esters, PAHs, PCBs, Pharmaceutical Intermediates, Phenols, Solvents, Steroids, TMS Sugars, Tranquilizers
Zebron ZB-FFAP GC Columns
Phenomenex IncImproved Resolution for Free Fatty AcidsPopular choice for food industry method developmentHigh polarity column with excellent thermal and chemical stabilityImprove peak shape for underivatized acids, organic acids, free fatty acids, and alcoholsBonded, solvent rinsable nitroterephthalic acid phaseRecommended UseAcrylates, Alcohols, Aldehydes, Free Fatty Acids, Ketones, Organic Acids, Phenols, Volatile Free Acids
Zebron ZB-XLB-HT GC Columns
Phenomenex IncInferno: Rugged Performance Up to 430 °CNon-metal si-arylene low bleed phase stable to 400 ˚CProvides alternate selectivity to 5% phenyl phasesOften used for confirmation of pesticides, PCB, or other environmental samplesRobust column performance for high temperature bake outsR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for High Temp TestingWith advanced polymer bonding technology and specialized high temperature polyimide coating, Zebron Inferno columns offer enhanced performance where other columns fail. See how Inferno columns allow analysts to push a standard analysis up to 430 °CRecommended UseEPA Methods, PCBs, Pesticides/Herbicides, Unknown Samples
Zebron ZB-35HT GC Columns
Phenomenex IncInferno: Rugged Performance Up to 430 °CFirst non-metal, enhanced durability 35% phenyl phase witih 400 °C temperature stabilityGreat for high molecular weight compoundsRobust column performance for high temperature bake outsRecommended for chemists struggling with high boilers, contaminants, or carry-oversR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for High Temp TestingWith advanced polymer bonding technology and specialized high temperature polyimide coating, Zebron Inferno columns offer enhanced performance where other columns fail. See how Inferno columns allow analysts to push a standard analysis up to 430 °CRecommended UseAmines, Aroclors, Chemicals, Drugs, EPA Methods (508, 608, 8081, 8141, 8151), Pesticides, Pharmaceuticals, Semi-volatiles, Steroids
Zebron™ Z-Guard™ Guard Column
Phenomenex IncZ-Guard columns are universal GC guard columns, designed for use with virtually any GC capillary column, from virtually any manufacturer. Features: Extends column lifetime by preventing stationary phase damage Improves separation, peak shapes (especially early elutors), sensitivity, and accuracy of quantitative results
Zebron ZB-624plus
Phenomenex IncZebron ZB-624PLUS is the optimal choice for the analysis of volatile compounds for Environmental, Pharmaceutical, Food, Cannabis, and Specialty Chemicals. The superior "Plus" deactivation process enhances peak shape, improves signal-to-noise levels and increases sensitivity for qualitative and quantitative analysis of active compounds. Upgrade your existing 624 phase to Zebron ZB-624PLUS GC columns and get all the analytical benefits of proven inertness. • Enhanced Peak Shape with Superior Deactivation • Increased Sensitivity for High Boiling Solvents • Extremely Low Bleed for GC-MS • High Temperature Stability (300/320 °C)
Zebron™ ZB-MultiResidue-1 & -2 GC Columns
Phenomenex IncGuaranteed Performance for Pesticides and InsecticidesSpecially engineered column set specifically designed for pesticide screening and confirmation by GC/ECD, GC/NPD, and GC/MSResolve common pesticide isomers with optimized selectivity for food and environmental samplesImproved inertness for decreased breakdown of sensitive pesticides such as DDTExceed EPA Method 8081 specifications for dual column confirmation when used as a pairRecommended UseAroclors/PCBs, Haloacetic Acids, Herbicides, Insecticides, Multi-Pesticide Screening, Nitrogen Containing Pesticides, Organochlorine Pesticides, Organophosphorous Pesticides
Zebron™ ZB-XLB GC Columns
Phenomenex IncZebron ™ ZB-XLB-HT is a phenyl-si-arylene bonded phase that can withstand temperatures up to 400˚ C, enabling analyses of compounds with high molecular weights and boiling points. The Zebron Inferno non-metal columns are stable at high temperatures due to proprietary coating and binding technologies, providing long lifetime, low bleed and low activity. They are ideal for analyses in environmental, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, toxicology and biofuels applications. The ZB-XLB-HT Inferno provides unique selectivity for confirmational analyses. This MS-certified column offers low activity and good peak shape for acidic and basic samples. It is also ideal for polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), pesticides, herbicides and many EPA methods.Non-metal si-arylene GC column stable to 400 ˚CRobust column for high temperature analysisProvides unique selectivity for conformational analysesLonger lifetime with high temperature, polyimide coated, fused silica tubingGood tool for general screening to identify unknown samples Resolve Complex Samples Without Sacrificing Sensitivity
Zebron™ ZB-Drug-1 GC Columns
Phenomenex IncDramatically Faster Toxicology TestingSpecially deactivated to improve inertness and quantitation for drug compoundsQuickly and accurately analyze drug of abuse with great peak shapeImprove resolution of target analytes from matrix interferencesRun amphetamines in under 6 minutes and opiates in under 5 minutesR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for Drugs of AbuseUnclog your sample backlog! Developed by the leading GC scientists in the world, R&D 100 award-winning ZB-Drug-1 columns are specifically designed to analyze drugs abuse, with run times 2 to 8 times faster than typical GC columns used for toxicology testing. The novel phase chemistry has a dimethylpolysiloxane backbone with a special phenyl-containing functionally and improves resolution of typically troublesome analytes.Recommended UseDrug Screening (6-MAM, Amphetamines, Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Opiates, PCP, THC)
Zebron™ ZB-BAC-1 & -2 GC Columns
Phenomenex IncFast, Accurate Blood Alcohol AnalysisProprietary column set specially designed for accurate blood alcohol analysis — enhance resolution of ethanol and acetone peaksResolves t-butanol and n-propanol for greater selection of internal standardsFast run time with baseline resolution of key components in just 2 minutesAchieve dual column confirmation — get two elution order changes when used as a pairRecommended UseAbused Inhalant Anesthetics, Blood Alcohol Analysis
Zebron™ ZB-Bioethanol GC Columns
Phenomenex IncFast Quality Checks for Bioethanol TestingSpecially designed for fast and accurate bioethanol analysis; improve method efficiency 800%Meet ASTM D5501 requirements - resolve methanol and ethanol from all other denaturant peaksGreat resolution of fusel alcoholsAllows for quick bake out between runs to eliminate contaminantsR&D 100 award-winning Zebron ZB-Bioethanol columns were designed to accelerate the bioethanol certification process to help keep bioethanol plants profitable. Able to characterize 29 biofuel components, ZB-Bioethanol cuts analysis runtime from 40 minutes to 5 minutes, an 800% improvement in overall efficiency over the standard ASTM D5501 method.Recommended UseAlcohol, Bioethanol, Fusel AlcoholsR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for Biofuel Analysis
Zebron™ ZB-1XT SimDist GC Columns
Phenomenex IncConsistent, Reliable Results for Simulated DistillationUniform Glass Infusion™ coating for sharp peaks and high efficiencyIndividually tested for improved reproducibility45 – 70 % higher efficiency than other manufacturersImproved resolution of C50/C52 hour after hourRecommended ApplicationsASTM Methods (D2887, D2887X, D3710, D6352, D7169), Crude Oil, Gasoline Fractions, Petroleum Distillates, Petroleum Fractions, Simulated Distillation, Vacuum Distillates