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What types of compounds does the wash 1 formic acid in water step elute off the Oasis MCX sorbent? - WKB112926

Article number: 112926

ENVIRONMENT

  • Oasis MCX
  • Retention mechanism

ANSWER

The wash 1 used with formic acid serves two objectives: 

1) It reinforces the ion exchange attraction of the MCX to the basic compound of interest in the sample.

2) It helps to flush out polar salts and very polar neutralized acids.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For additional information, see Where can I find generic protocols for Oasis SPE products?

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