Journal Published Online: 01 July 1984
Volume 29, Issue 3

Illicitly Imported Heroin Products: Some Physical and Chemical Features Indicative of Their Origin

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

Samples taken from over 200 seizures of imported illicit heroin preparations of known geographical origin have been examined by gas liquid chromatography (GLC) and high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The chromatographic characteristics were considered in conjunction with the physical appearance of the materials and it was found possible in many instances to discriminate between samples of different origin. Thus by carrying out GLC and HPLC and a visual inspection on a sample of unknown provenance, it may be possible to give an opinion as to its geographical origin.

Author Information

O'Neil, PJ
Laboratory of the Government Chemist, London, United Kingdom
Baker, PB
Laboratory of the Government Chemist, London, United Kingdom
Gough, TA
Laboratory of the Government Chemist, London, United Kingdom
Pages: 14
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Stock #: JFS11750J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS11750J