This paper presented a fast, simple and green sample pretreatment method for the extraction of 8 carbamate
pesticides in rice. The carbamate pesticides were extracted by microwave assisted water steam
extraction method, and the extract obtained was immediately applied on a C18 solid phase extraction cartridge
for clean-up and concentration. The eluate containing target compounds was finally analysed by
high performance liquid chromatography with mass spectrometry. The parameters affecting extraction
efficiency were investigated and optimised. The limits of detection ranging from 1.1 to 4.2 ng g1 were
obtained. The recoveries of 8 carbamate pesticides ranged from 66% to 117% at three spiked levels,
and the inter- and intra-day relative standard deviation values were less than 9.1%. Compared with traditional
methods, the proposed method cost less extraction time and organic solvent