Introduction to Raman spectroscopy: Pharmaceutical applications

While there is no one technology that is right for all applications, Raman spectroscopy is gaining favor as a quality control tool due to gains in economy, speed and sensitivity that have accompanied modern electronic and laser production. Instruments that once cost $200,000 and required specialized users are now available for less than $50,000 with decision making software that enables non-technical personnel to be proficient users. Instruments once relegated to high overhead laboratory space can now be carried with one hand to a production room or receiving area. The ability of Raman to measure through containers and be independent of environmental humidity make it an ideal technology for compendial identity tests. It is also well suited to anti-counterfeiting and brand security measures throughout the supply chain.

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