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What is Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS)?

April 26, 2017chromatography Gas GC mass MS spectrometry

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What is Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS)?

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Gas Chromatography is a method of separating the volatile compounds of an essential oil into its individual components. Mass Spectrometry identifies each of these components. Chemotypes will also be identified by this process. GC/MS testing is used to both identify any adulteration and show the chemical makeup of the essential oil. Adulterated oils (or perfume oils) will not offer therapeutic effects and may in fact cause allergies, headaches and chemical sensitivities. The therapeutic benefits of essential oils are, in large part, determined by the oilís chemical makeup. Some companies provide just the GC report, others provide the GC/MS report. Both are valuable.