Potential and Performance of Accelerated Solvent Extraction (ASE) in Obtaining Bioactive Compounds from Bee Propolis as Compared with Other Extraction Methods

Authors

  • Elmer-Rico E. Mojica Pace University
  • Jozlyn M Charland Department of Chemistry and Physical Sciences, Pace University, New York 10038, United States
  • Custer C Deocaris Technological Institute of the Philippines, Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines
  • Jose Rene L Micor Institute of Chemistry, University of Philippines Los Banos, College, Laguna 4031 PhilippinesInstitute of Chemistry, University of Philippines Los Banos, College, Laguna 4031 Philippines

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.11594/jtls.11.02.08

Keywords:

accelerated solvent extraction, propolis

Abstract

Propolis is a natural resinous substance collected by honeybees from buds and exudates of trees. The material has attracted much attention in recent years as a functional food component since it possesses various biological properties, including antimicrobial, antioxidative, and anti-ulcer properties. In this study, the performance of accelerated solvent extraction (ASE) was assessed and compared with varying methods of extraction: soaking (maceration), ultrasonication, and microwave-assisted methods. Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and other spectroscopic techniques, such as absorbance and fluorescence, were employed to assess the efficiency in the extraction of natural products. The antioxidant activity and phenolic content of the different extracts were also determined. Results showed samples obtained from the microwave method showed the highest yield. Some issues and recommendations on the application of ASE for extracting natural products from bee propolis were discussed.

Author Biographies

Elmer-Rico E. Mojica, Pace University

Department of Chemistry and Physical Sciences

Associate Professor

Custer C Deocaris, Technological Institute of the Philippines, Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines

Biomedical Research Section, Philippine Nuclear Research Institute, Department of Science and Technology,
Commonwealth Avenue

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2021-06-01

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