BRIEFING

 〈202〉 Identification of Fixed Oils by Thin-Layer Chromatography. This proposal is based on the version of the chapter official as of August 1, 2015. On the basis of comments received and the supporting data provided, it is proposed to make the following changes:

1. Add Method III to include a method that utilizes a more environmentally friendly solvent, a more environmentally friendly derivatization reagent, and the latest generation of high-performance thin-layer chromatography reverse-phase plates.

2. Add USP Black Cumin Seed Oil RS, USP Castor Oil RS, USP Chia Seed Oil RS, USP Coix Seed Oil Extract RS, USP Hydrogenated Castor Oil RS, USP Krill Oil RS, USP Oleic Acid RS, and USP Triolein RS to the USP Reference Standards section.

 Additionally, minor editorial changes have been made to update the chapter to current USP style.

 (ETM: P. Zhang)

 Case ID—SUB-623