Selective Extraction of Fatty Acids and Carotenoids from Microalgae

SCF 519 Extraction of Lycopenes from Tomato By-Products Using Supercritical Fluids Introduction Tomatoes contain a high concentration of carotenoids and lycopenes, significant amounts of which are found in the skins of the tomatoes. Lycopenes are valued for their important antioxidant…

SCF 518 Extraction of Rosehip Seed Oil Using Supercritical Fluids Introduction Rosehip oil is a valuable natural product for the cosmetic industry, yet conventional methods of extraction are often time consuming and rely heavily on the use of chemical solvents.…

SCF 522 Extraction of Irganox 1076 from Polystyrene Introduction Since the presence and amount of additives may affect a polymer’s performance, it is necessary to monitor additive concentrations for QC. Traditionally, additives are extracted from the polymer by methods that…

SCF 523 Extraction of Antioxidant from High Density Polyethylene Introduction It is necessary to monitor and analyze additive packages in polyolefin resins for QC in many industries. Traditionally, additives are extracted from the polymer by methods that are labor intensive…