CO2 Extraction
CO2 extraction is a method used to extract essential compounds from plants, such as oils or active ingredients. It involves using carbon dioxide (CO2) in a pressurized state, turning it into a supercritical fluid, which means it has properties of both a gas and a liquid. This supercritical CO2 can efficiently dissolve the desired compounds without using harmful solvents. Once the extraction is complete, the pressure is reduced, causing the CO2 to evaporate, leaving behind pure extracts. This technique is popular in producing high-quality essential oils, flavors, and CBD oil due to its effectiveness and safety.
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CO2 extraction is a method used to extract essential compounds, like oils and flavors, from plants. It involves using carbon dioxide (CO2) under high pressure and low temperature, which turns it into a liquid state. This liquid CO2 acts like a solvent, pulling out the desired compounds without leaving harmful residues. When the pressure is released, the CO2 evaporates, leaving behind pure extracts. This technique is popular for producing essential oils and botanical extracts because it preserves their quality and potency while being environmentally friendly and safe for consumption.