Analytical tasks in the quality control of herbal drugs

In this application note, CAMAG discusses the use of high-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC) in the quality control of herbal drugs and herbal drug preparations. The note explains how HPTLC can be used to generate a chromatographic fingerprint of a sample, which serves as a primary reference for identifying unknown or adulterated samples. The note also serves as a comprehensive guide for those working in the field of herbal medicine who are interested in using HPTLC as a reliable and efficient method for quality control.