Evaluating MIR and NIR Spectroscopy Coupled with Multivariate Analysis for Detection and Quantification of Additives in Tobacco Products.

The detection and quantification of additives in tobacco products are critical for ensuring consumer safety and compliance with regulatory standards. Traditional analytical techniques, like gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS), and others, although effective, suffer from drawbacks, including complex sample preparation, high costs, lengthy analysis times, and the requirement for skilled operators. This study addresses these challenges by evaluating the efficacy of mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy and near-IR (NIR) spectroscopy, coupled with multivariate analysis, as potential solutions for the detection and quantification of additives in tobacco products.