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raw material that any lab can run and can afford the
equipment.
Method Optimization
None needed.
Performance Characteristics
Analytical Range:
Sodium Alginate: 0.3 %
Hexametaphosphate: ~1 %
Propylene glycol Alginate Sulfate Sodium: 0.6 %
Oversulfated Chondroitin: Between 1 and 2 %
LOQ:
See above-this is a meant to be a qualitative method
Accuracy/Recovery
N/A
Precision (RSDr)
N/A
Reproducibility (RSDR)
N/A
System Suitability
N/A
Safety Review
Is the method safe to use as written?
Yes
Are there any safety concerns with
any component, instrument, reagent
or instruction of the method? If yes,
please clearly state the concerns.
Electric shock if someone does not understand the basics
of electricity.
Does the method include all
necessary safety precautions and/or
warning statements? Yes or No. If
No, please suggest potential
precautions or warnings that can be
added to the method for users or
recommend safer option(s) if
warranted.
Yes
Final Recommendation:
I feel this is a great screening tool that labs worldwide
can afford and apply to screen out adulterated materials.
CHON-001