Abstract: Disclosed are deactivated surfaces for use in chromatographic separations, such as capillary gas chromatography, comprising a surface material coated with a deactivating polymer comprising high surface energy-generating groups and groups for end-capping reactive silanols. Also disclosed are columns comprising such surfaces, methods of making and using the surfaces, and kits for facilitating the same.

Abstract: The present disclosure, in embodiments, provides a compound of the formula where R1, R2, R3, n, and m are as defined in the specification. The disclosure also provides an article including: a fused silica capillary column treated with a compound of the formula (I), and optionally coated with a stationary phase. The disclosure also provides a separation method, including chromatographing a mixture of compounds on the article.