This invention discloses a method for detecting 3-chloro-1,2-
propanediol esters and 2-chloro-1,3-
propanediol esters in aquatic oils using liquid
chromatography-
tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS / MS). The method employs porcine
pancreatic lipase to specifically enzymatically hydrolyze esterified contaminants in
krill oil, releasing free 3-chloro-1,2-
propanediol and 2-chloro-1,3-propanediol.
Derivatization is then performed using quinalyl
chloride as a derivatizing agent. Combined with LC-MS / MS technology, this achieves high sensitivity and specificity for detection and effectively distinguishes the chromatographic behavior of these two isomers. By using mild and highly specific
enzymatic hydrolysis instead of harsh chemical
hydrolysis, and combining it with LC-MS / MS detection, the destruction of target analytes and side reactions during pretreatment are effectively reduced. The optimized pretreatment process improves the stability, accuracy, and detection efficiency of the method in complex lipid matrices, providing a reliable analytical tool for
risk assessment and
quality control of chloropropanol ester contaminants in aquatic oils and related oil products.