Extraction methods of bioactive compounds: a sustainability approach

Yanelis Chongo

doi:10.5281/zenodo.14610634

Authors

Yanelis Chongo Empresa Integral Agropecuaria Cienfuegos, Cuba Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1435-9546

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14610634

Keywords:

extraction methods, green extraction processes, bioactive compounds, environmental sustainability, antioxidants, flavonoids

Abstract

This article provides an overview of various extraction methods used to obtain bioactive compounds from plant materials, highlighting the process conditions, extract properties, and potential applications. Methodologies such as ultrasonic-assisted extraction (UAE), Soxhlet, supercritical fluids extraction (SFE), and green or environmentally friendly methods were studied. Each technique was evaluated in terms of efficiency, cost, environmental impact, and application, considering factors such as the type of compounds extracted (antioxidants, flavonoids, essential oils) and their use in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries. The advantages and limitations of each process were discussed, providing a framework for selecting the most suitable method based on specific extraction and sustainability needs.

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