Retention peculiarities of furocoumarins on pentahalogenphenyl stationary phases in supercritical fluid chromatography

Key Points

• Unique retention characteristics of furocoumarins were observed on pentahalogenphenyl stationary phases, suggesting specific interactions.
• In these analyses, retention times varied significantly based on the compound and phase, with specific examples noted.
• Supercritical fluid chromatography was employed to understand the retention peculiarities of various furocoumarins across different conditions.
• These findings highlight the potential for tailored chromatography techniques, emphasizing the role of stationary phase composition.