Determination of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in drinking water at ppt levels by Solid Phase Micro Extraction Arrow coupled with GC-MS

In this application note, Thermo Fisher Scientific describes a method for extracting and quantifying low levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) from drinking water using Thermo Scientific™ SPME Arrow technology. PAHs are environmental contaminants originating from various sources, and their presence in water is regulated due to their toxicity. Traditional extraction methods are time-consuming and prone to error. The SPME Arrow technology, a solvent-free technique, offers a more efficient and automated approach. The study details the experimental setup, including sample preparation, extraction parameters, and GC-MS analysis.