April 2021

This article looks at the benefits of combining dynamic headspace sampling (DHS) with capillary GC–TOF-MS as a tool for untargeted analysis of aroma compounds in food and beverages. Applications for the analysis of strawberry yoghurt, chocolate, and red wine are described.

In the second part of this review of the current state of HIC, some practical considerations are explained, including method development, selection of the phase system, combined salt systems, and possibilities to combine HIC with other chromatographic modes.