Super-Critical Fluid: An overview on Analytical Applications

Abstract:: Super Critical Fluid is the emerging technique that consists of super solvent, which is considered a boon over many other conventional solvents. The main component utilized in it is Carbon Dioxide [CO2], which possesses dual state properties such as effusion through solid and other dissolving materials like liquid which results in unique applications bidden with no limitations. The varying temperature and pressure are the important parameters optimized and thus enhance its solvent properties. Higher Co-efficient of diffusion, reduction in time, higher compressibility, etc., is some of the major advantages of SCF-CO2 over the conventional solvents. Over and above, it is a green approach and a super solvent. Here we have discussed the multifarious applications of the SCF-CO2 extraction in fields and areas extended, but not limited to, Food, Environmental, Analysis, Metal-Cation Extraction, as well as Extractions, Forensics, Pharmaceuticals, Toxins, and Botanical Samples.

The Green Platform Molecule Gamma-Valerolactone – Ecotoxicity, Biodegradability, Solvent Properties, and Potential Applications

Since many decades, gamma-valerolactone (GVL) is known to be an excellent solvent, which, today, can be made of sustainable materials. Although numerous publications praise it as very green and versatile,...