Analytical Sciences


Abstract − Analytical Sciences, 21(8), 1005 (2005).

Selective Determination of Aluminum Bound with Tannin in Tea Infusion
Sema B. ERDEMOGLU* and Seref GÜÇER**
*Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Arts, Inönö University, Malatya, Turkey
**Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Arts, Uludag University, Bursa, Turkey
In this study, an analytical method for indirect measurement of Al bound with tannin in tea infusion was studied. This method utilizes the ability of the tannins to precipitate with protein. Separation conditions were investigated using model solutions. This method is uncomplicated, inexpensive and suitable for real samples. About 34% of the total Al in brew extracted from commercially available teas was bound to condensed and hydrolyzable tannins.