A method for the quantitative separation of dodecane, 1-decanol, and tributyl phosphate

The organic extractants, tibutyl phosphate, dodecane, and 1-decanol were successfully separated using high-resolution gas chromatography. Liquid chromatography proved to be impracticable due to the different functional groups on these compounds. By using a high split ratio combined with a large injection volume of a dilute analyte solution, it was possible to meet resolution and reproducibility requirements. 4 refs., 4 figs., 4 tabs.