The Analysis of Residual Solvents in Hemp Oil Headspace GC-MS Tips and Tricks

The analysis residual solvents in cannabinoid products derived from cannabis or hemp, is performed to ensure common solvents used in extraction and manufacturing processes do not exceed action levels defined by U.S. state and other country regularity entities. In the cannabis industry this analysis differs significantly from commonly used in the pharmaceutical industry.

In this presentation, two senior scientists from Agilent will discuss their experience and lessons learned over the past several years for the analysis of residual pesticides in cannabis. Attendees will learn that sample preparation and a novel headspace-GC-MS are key factors for the success of the analysis.

Presenter: Jeffrey Hollis (GC/MS Applications Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)

Presenter: Terry Harper (GC/MS Applications Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)

GC/MS Application Scientist with Agilent from November 2018 to present. Mass Spectrometry Product Specialist with Agilent Technologies January of 2011 to October 2018. Actively working in the field of Analytical Chemistry for 40+ years, Terry has functioned in various capacities as an Analytical Chemist, Laboratory Manger and Technical Director in the Akron /Cleveland area. His background covers the fields of Forensics, Biomedical Research, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental and Pharmaceutical testing.

Developed, validated and applied methods in many instrumental techniques, including GC/MS, LC/MS, ICP/MS, ICP, AA, GC, HPLC, UV/VIS and FTIR. Terry has worked with regulators from multiple government agencies for laboratory certifications in environmental and pharmaceutical disciplines.