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Extraction

Extraction of phytochemicals using hydrotropic solvents

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Pages 1151-1165 | Received 24 May 2015, Accepted 15 Jan 2016, Published online: 29 Apr 2016
 

ABSTRACT

Every plant synthesizes phytochemicals with different properties to supply a pool of molecules for food, chemical and pharmaceutical applications. Concurrent with “green technology” development, use of green solvents to extract phytochemicals instead of conventional non-eco-friendly solvents is crucial. Hydrotrope is a one of the green solvents that enhances solubility of poorly water-soluble or hydrophobic compounds in aqueous solutions. This article critically reviews the extraction of phytochemicals using various hydrotropic solvents. Hydrotropy mechanisms, factors influencing extraction and recovery methods of phytochemicals were also evaluated in this review.

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Funding

We thank the Fundamental Research Grants Scheme (FRGS) (project number FRGS/2/2013/TK05/MUSM/03/2) from the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), Malaysia, for financial support.

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