Compared to classical C18 stationary phases, the C30 phase is much more hydrophobic and retaining. Even when pure organic eluent is applied, many sample solutes, such as carotenoids, are able to retain. Ultisil C30 is designed for the separation of geometric isomers, polar carotenes, polar and nonpolar xanthophylls, steroids, retinols and fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, K and E).