Effective and selective measurement of 2,4-dinitroaniline utilizing constructed fluorescent carbon dots sensor derived from vitamin B1

Abstract

2,4-Dinitroaniline is a multifunctional product and has been applicated in various fields. It has absorbed much concerns due to its large consumption and occurrence in many environmental matrices. It is urgent to explore reliable and sensitive measurement technology. Present study described an outstanding fluorescence sensor constructed with carbon dots (CDs) derived from vitamin B1. The CDs were fabricated by dealing with a facile hydrothermal process, and exhibited good water solubility, fluorescence stability and highly fluorescence quenching characteristics in presence of 2,4-dinitroaniline. The excitation and emission wavelengths of the obtained CDs were 305 and 378 nm, respectively. The sensor displayed good selectivity and sensitivity for 2,4-dinitroaniline. Good linearity can be achieved in two-stage of 0.2–3 μmol L−1 and 3–20 μmol L−1. The sensor earned low detection limit for 2,4-dinitroaniline down to 0.05 μmol L−1. The sensor has been commendably employed for analysis of 2,4-dinitroaniline in real aqueous samples with spiked recoveries in the range of 95.0–99.6%. The proposed sensor provided a promising alternative for analysis of environmental pollutants or other meaningful employment.