Analysis of Polychlorinated Biphenyls in Fish Oil Using Supelclean EZ-POP NP, Silica Gel SPE, and an SLB-5ms GC Column

contributed by Sigma Aldrich | 04/22/2016

Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) were once widely used in many industrial and commercial applications as insulating fluids, dielectrics, and lubricants. This included their extensive use in electrical transformers. PCB use has been banned in many countries, and the Stockholm Convention currently prohibits their production and use.¹ However, PCBs may still be released into the environment via illegal dumping, improper disposal of waste, releases and leaks from electrical transformers containing PCBs, or by burning of wastes in municipal or industrial incinerators.²

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