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2. Does the method contain
system suitability tests or
controls as specified by the
SMPR? If not, please indicate
if there is a need for such
tests or controls and which
ones.
yes
3. Is there information
demonstrating that the
method system suitability
tests and controls as
specified in the SMPR worked
appropriately and as
expected? If no, please
specify.
yes
4. Based on the supporting
information, is the method
written clearly and concisely?
If no, please specify the
needed revisions.
Yes- the method is written very clearly.
5. Based on the supporting
information, what are the
pros/strengths of the
method?
This method is well written and easy to follow.
6. Based on the supporting
information, what are the
cons/weaknesses of the
method?
This method has not been shown to be capable of measuring methyl xanthines,
theaflavines, or theanine.
7. Any general comments
about the method?
no
Do you recommend this
method be adopted as a First
Action and published in the
Official Methods of Analysis
of AOAC INTERNATIONAL?
Please specify rationale.
I recommend that this method be considered of AOAC Official First Action status of
catechins only.