TrAC - Trends in Analytical Chemistry, cilt.184, 2025 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
Deep eutectic solvent-based ferrofluids (DES-based FFs) are a novel type of magnetic material that shows great potential as extraction solvents in analytical chemistry. They are particularly useful for extracting, separating, and analyzing trace analytes from complex matrices. This is due to their distinctive properties, including magnetic separation, tunability, high efficiency, environmental friendliness, stability, enhanced mass transfer, reusability, and compatibility with various analytical methods. As a result, they are a highly attractive option for modern extraction processes. The current review paper briefly discusses the principles of DES and magnetic DES. Subsequently, this study examines and discusses various sub-categories of DES-based FFs, including different magnetic materials and types of DES. This is followed by an evaluation of the physical and chemical features of DES-based FFs. Furthermore, the utilization of this novel extraction solvent in sample preparation processes is evaluated. Lastly, this review paper examines the difficulties and potential future developments associated with utilizing DES-based FFs as extraction solvents.