Headspace vials are a type of laboratory vials used for gas chromatography analysis. They are designed to contain a small volume of sample and a headspace (the space above the sample) for the analysis of volatile compounds. These vials typically have a screw cap with a septum, which allows for the injection of a gas or a needle for sampling. The headspace vials are used to analyze volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in various samples, such as environmental, pharmaceutical, and food samples.
GC vials are typically made of glass or sometimes plastic, and they come in various sizes and shapes to accommodate different sample volumes and injection methods. They often have a screw cap with a septum, which allows for the injection of the sample or a needle for sampling.