Some examples of the analysis of complex samples by micellar electrokinetic capillary chromatography with photodiode array detection.

The use of micellar electrokinetic capillary chromatography with photodiode array detection to assist in identifying the minor components in crude morphine, poppy straw and opium preparations, for the analysis of synthetic colours and other food additives in cordials and confectionery and for the identification of the ring substituted amphetamine derivative methylenedioxyethylamphetamine in illicit drug samples is demonstrated.