Vapor detection and vapor pressure measurements of fentanyl and fentanyl hydrochloride salt at ambient temperatures

2022/01/01 by Robert G. Ewing, Megan K. Nims, Kelsey A. Morrison +3 · 1 voice
Chemistry · Engineering · Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics · #Advanced Chemical Sensor Technologies #Forensic Toxicology and Drug Analysis #Mass Spectrometry Techniques and Applications

paper · doi:10.1039/d2an01149b

openalex publication_date 2022/01/01 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/22

Abstract

). We also demonstrate non-contact, real-time vapor detection of fentanyl. Preconcentration of vapors can further extend the detection capabilities. The collection, desorption, and detection of fentanyl vapors at ambient conditions was demonstrated for sampling times of seconds to an hour resulting in increased signal. AFT-MS is a viable detection method of fentanyl and other drugs for screening of packages and cargo.

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