ISSN: 2576-4772
Authors: Masne T and Bansode DA*
The extraction of bioactive compounds from plant materials is imperative within the pharmaceutical industry. The standardization of extraction procedures is directed at the elimination of undesirable constituents, facilitating the isolation of the most enriched bioactive fraction from herbs. This refined fraction, obtained through the application of diverse solvent systems, is designed to optimize therapeutic potential. Phytochemicals derived from various plant components function as direct sources of medicinal agents, providing a comprehensive characterization of the myriad secondary metabolic compounds inherent in plants. The extraction of bioactive compounds, coupled with their quantitative and qualitative evaluation, assumes significance in the identification of novel biomolecules applicable to the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This review predominantly concentrates on analytical methodologies, incorporating extraction methods and the analysis of bioactive compounds in plant extracts through diverse techniques. Prominent progress in modern green extraction methods, such as supercritical fluid, ultrasound, accelerated solvent, microwave, and enzyme-assisted extraction, is gaining recognition. The critical assessment of extraction conditions in this review elucidates both conventional solvent-based and robust modern and green extraction techniques. Numerous methods have been devised to extract phytochemicals with efficiency, ensuring high quality, purity, and cost-effectiveness while minimizing environmental impact. Molecular hydrogen (H2) has emerged as a promising catalyst for enhancing phytochemical extraction from plant materials, presenting an innovative avenue for improving extraction efficiency
Keywords: Extraction Methods; Conventional; Modern; Innovative Methods
