AOAC_SPDS_ERP_-_Set_3

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. 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. 4. Based on the supporting information, is the method written clearly and concisely? If no, please specify the needed revisions. 5. Based on the supporting information, what are the pros/strengths of the method? 6. Based on the supporting information, what are the cons/weaknesses of the method?

yes

yes

yes - this method is well written

This method appears to be rugged and performed well during the SLV study.

This method uses post column dervitization with Ninhydrin which requires some unique instrumentation which may not be available in labs that are not familiar with amino acid analysis.

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 for AOAC Official First Action status for the analysis of Theanine.