CO2 extraction process

CO2 extraction uses liquid carbon dioxide to selectively pull desired compounds, like cannabinoids or essential oils, from plant material. The process involves increasing pressure and temperature to turn CO2 into a supercritical state—acting like both a liquid and a gas. This supercritical CO2 passes through the plant, dissolving the targeted compounds without using harsh chemicals. Once the extraction is complete, reducing the pressure causes CO2 to revert to a gas, leaving behind the pure extract. This method is efficient, environmentally friendly, and preserves the plant’s active components, making it popular in the production of compounds like CBD and THC.