MUMBAI, India, June 24 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202411089451 A) filed by Shoolini University Of Biotechnology And on November 19, 2024, for An Optimized Extraction Technique For Antioxidant And Antimicrobial Compounds From Citrus Peel.
Inventors include Manisha Joshi; Ipsheta Bose; Krishna Aayush; Kanika Sharma; and Somesh Sharma.
The application for the patent was published on June 12, 2026, under issue no. 24/2026.
Abstract: The present invention introduces a method for extracting bioactive compounds from various citrus peels, emphasizing their biological activities, including antioxidant, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. Furthermor, this process involves drying citrus peel samples at 40-45°C, followed by crushing and solvent extraction using a Soxhlet apparatus. Moreover, the methanolic extracts obtained demonstrate significant biological activity, with pomelo peel showing the highest antibacterial effectiveness against food-borne pathogen. In overall, the optimized extraction process yields reliable and effective natural preservatives, making citrus peels valuable resources for maintaining food quality and safety.
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