Polar components in fuels may enable differentiation between fuel types or commercial fuel sources. A range of commercial fuels from numerous sources were analyzed by flow injection analysis/electrospray ionization/mass spectrometry without extensive sample preparation, separation, or chromatography. This technique enabled screening for unique polar components at parts per million levels in commercial hydrocarbon products, including a range of products from a variety of commercial sources and locations. Because these polar compounds are unique in different fuels, their presence may provide source information on hydrocarbons released into the environment. This analysis was then applied to mixtures of various products, as might be found in accidental releases into the environment.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2006 |
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Title | Differentiation of commercial fuels based on polar components using negative electrospray ionization/mass spectrometry |
DOI | 10.1080/15275920500351684 |
Authors | C.E. Rostad |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Environmental Forensics |
Index ID | 70030223 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Toxic Substances Hydrology Program |