April 9, 2026

PAHs in Plant-Based Products: An Underestimated Contamination Risk

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are formed wherever combustion processes are incomplete. They can enter plant-based products through drying and smoking processes, environmental air contamination, or during […]
April 9, 2026

Glufosinate in Plant-Based Matrices: Analytical Challenges and Solutions

Glufosinate is a non-selective herbicide widely used in agriculture worldwide. Its high water solubility and pronounced polarity clearly distinguish it analytically from more lipophilic compounds. After […]
March 16, 2026

White mulberry (Morus alba) – between traditional use and analytical characterisation

The leaves of the white mulberry (Morus alba) have been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for a long time now. They also play an important […]
March 6, 2026

Reliable determination of residual solvents Analytical challenges with pharmaceuticals, extracts, food and raw materials

Residual solvents are produced in numerous manufacturing processes, such as extraction, purification and synthesis, and they are also subject to strict regulatory requirements. Reliable determination of […]