Extraction of Essential Oil from Orange Peels
Student: Khadija Ahmad Sunusi (Project, 2025)
Department of Science Laboratory Technology
Kano State Polytechnic, Kano, Kano State
Abstract
ABSTRACTOrange peels are a rich source of essential oils, which have been widely used in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries. This study investigates the extraction of essential oil from orange peels using various methods, including steam distillation, solvent extraction, cold pressing, and Soxhlet extraction. The effects of extraction parameters, such as temperature, time, and solvent ratio, on the yield and composition of the extracted essential oil were evaluated. The results show that the extraction method and parameters significantly affect the yield and composition of the essential oil. The essential oil extracted from orange peels was found to be rich in limonene, beta-pinene, and alpha-pinene. The study concludes that the extraction of essential oil from orange peels is a promising approach for the production of natural products with potential applications in various industries
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- Abdul-Gusau Polytechnic, Talata-Mafara, Zamfara State 3
- Abia State Polytechnic, Aba, Abia State 24
- Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State 71
- Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic, Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State 3
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Bauchi State 16
- Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi State. (affiliated To Atbu Bauchi) 1
- Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State 6
- Adamawa State University, Mubi, Adamawa State 8
- Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State 27
- Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State 1