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Medical News | Medical Articles: Analyzing Soft & Strong Drinks for Caffeine, Preservatives and Some Sweeteners

	June 28, 2019
	Analytical Chromatography
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Analyzing Soft & Strong Drinks for Caffeine, Preservatives and Some Sweeteners

This technique is used to determine the mass concentration of caffeine and acesulfame K, as well as ascorbic acid, sorbic acid, benzoic acid, saccharin, and their respective salts in beverages. The technique applies to all kinds of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including energy and sports drinks, juices, wines, beers and beer products, vodka, brandy and spirits, and liquors.

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