A sustainable approach to extract…al CO2 optimization.
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A sustainable approach to extracting baobab oil: neat supercritical CO2 optimization.
Fatlinda Gashi, Charlotta Turner, Arwa Mustafa, Fiona Nermark
RSC advances · 2025
Findings
Researchers found a cleaner way to extract baobab oil using supercritical CO2 instead of harsh chemicals—the result is pure oil with no solvent residue. The extraction yield was lower than traditional pressing (9.3% vs 37%), but the oil kept the same beneficial fatty acids (oleic, linoleic, palmitic) that make baobab valuable for skin. This method prioritizes purity and sustainability over maximum output.
Design
Review
Evidence
Moderate
Journal
RSC advances