A Comprehensive Review on Deep Eutectic Solvents: Their Current Status and Potential for Extracting Active Compounds...

Area of Science:

• Green Chemistry
• Phytochemistry
• Solvent Engineering

Background:

• Adaptogenic herbs possess bioactive compounds with significant pharmaceutical properties.
• Traditional extraction methods often rely on hazardous organic solvents and harsh conditions.
• Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) are emerging as tunable, low-toxicity alternatives.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the application of deep eutectic solvents (DESs) for extracting adaptogenic compounds.
• To highlight DESs as a sustainable alternative to conventional extraction techniques.
• To discuss the properties and applications of compounds extracted using DESs.

Main Methods:

• Literature review focusing on DESs for adaptogen extraction.
• Analysis of DES properties, including polarity and tunability.
• Evaluation of extraction efficiency and comparison with traditional methods.

Main Results:

• DESs demonstrate significant potential for extracting various active compounds (saponins, flavonoids, etc.).
• Extraction using DESs can be performed under mild conditions, enhancing compound stability.
• DESs offer a versatile and environmentally friendly alternative to organic solvents.

Conclusions:

• Deep eutectic solvents represent a promising green technology for the sustainable extraction of valuable compounds from adaptogenic herbs.
• Further research into DES applications can optimize extraction processes and expand their use in the pharmaceutical industry.