
Supercritical CO2
Supercritical CO2 is carbon dioxide that is heated and pressurized beyond its critical point, making it act both like a gas and a liquid. In this state, it can efficiently penetrate materials and dissolve substances, much like a solvent. This property makes it useful for environmentally friendly processes such as cleaning, extracting flavors or fragrances, and manufacturing. Since it is non-toxic, non-flammable, and leaves no residue, supercritical CO2 is a safe and sustainable alternative to traditional chemicals in various industrial applications.