Journal Published Online: 01 May 2001
Volume 46, Issue 3

Simultaneous Analysis of Cocaalkaloids and Sugars in Illicit Cocaine Using Capillary Electrophoresis

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

Most illicit cocaine is adulterated with other substances such as sugars and polyhydric alcohols or local anesthestics. Various sugars have been detected in seized cocaine. Analysis of sugars, polyhydric alcohols, and cocaalkaloids yields helpful information that aids in identification of the sample seized as well as the possible route of sales. We analyzed illicit cocaine directly using capillary electrophoresis. As a result, we were able to separate and detect sugars and polyhydric alcohols and cocaalkaloids using a combination of Micelle electrokinetic chromatography (MEKC) and indirect UV detection.

Author Information

Ishii, H
Criminal Investigation Laboratory, Chiba-City, Japan
Morishita, M
Faculty of Pharmacy Toho University, Japan
Yamad, H
Faculty of Pharmacy Toho University, Japan
Iwasa, S
Faculty of Pharmacy Toho University, Japan
Yajima, T
Faculty of Pharmacy Toho University, Japan
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Stock #: JFS14997J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS14997J