Concentrating Phenolic Compounds Using the XcelVap® Evaporation/Concentration System

Natural and synthetic phenolic compounds have been used in a wide range of applications, from antiseptics and fungicides, to food additives. This application note describes a procedure for the concentration of organic solvent extracts containing phenolic compounds. The evaporation and analysis of phenolic compounds was carried out using the XcelVap Evaporation/Concentration System and yields excellent recoveries when used in a fully automated capacity.