Prepare a small sample of the crude starting mixture for use in the TLC analysis by mixing approximately 1 mL of ethyl acetate with about 10 mg of Excedrin powder.
Sample of Excedrin for TLC
Ethyl Acetate
Spot a sample of the Excedrin on a TLC plate and develop it. Check to make sure that you can see all three active ingredients and record your results.
Crude TLC stained with iodine
Crude TLC visualized using a UV lamp