Supercritical CO2 Extraction: Fundamentals, Industrial Relevance, and Future Perspectives

Chemia Naissensis Volume 7, No.2 (2025) (стр. 1-21) 

АУТОР(И) / AUTHOR(S): Danica Đorđević, Marjan Ranđelović

 

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DOI: 10.46793/ChemN7.2.O1DJ

САЖЕТАК / ABSTRACT:

Supercritical carbon dioxide extraction is an advanced separation technique that is increasingly applied in various industries due to its environmental friendliness, selectivity and efficiency. This method enables the extraction of bioactive compounds without the use of toxic chemicals and at lower temperatures compared to classical extraction techniques. This review paper outlines the fundamental principles of supercritical extraction, including the physicochemical properties of supercritical CO2, its advantages over conventional methods, and key process parameters such as pressure, temperature, flow rate, extraction time, and modifiers. Special attention is paid to the industrial applications of this technique, particularly in the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic industries, where it is utilised to extract essential oils, antioxidants, polyphenols, lipids, and other valuable components. Moreover, environmental aspects of supercritical extraction were discussed, with an emphasis on sustainability and the potential for minimizing the environmental impact. Through the analysis of current research and technological innovations, this paper provides insight into the perspectives of further development and optimization of supercritical extraction using CO2, as well as its possible application in new industrial areas.

КЉУЧНЕ РЕЧИ / KEYWORDS:

supercritical extraction, carbon dioxide, sustainable technology, separation, bioactive compounds, industrial application

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