Preparative Chromatography

Preparative chromatography is a technique used to separate and purify larger quantities of chemical compounds from a mixture. Unlike analytical chromatography, which focuses on identifying and quantifying substances, preparative chromatography is designed to isolate and collect specific components in sufficient quantities for further use, such as in pharmaceutical development, protein purification, or chemical synthesis. This method is crucial in industries where high-purity compounds are required for research, manufacturing, or therapeutic applications. It often involves larger columns and more robust systems to handle the increased sample volume.