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3 Easy Steps for Safe Solvent Extraction

In the botanical industry, there are many options available for extracting soluble components of plants. However solvent extraction is the easiest, most inexpensive and fastest method. Solvent Extraction as the name says is extraction of essential oils from plants by using a solvent. Solvent extraction is also considered to be the safest forms of extraction process and provide quite similar results compared to other options available. This process is used on plants that cannot resist heat and thereby making it easy to capture their fragrances. Steps to follow for a safe, easy and fastest extraction process: Ethanol is a one of the widely used and most popular high-proof alcohol used for solvent extraction. It is safe to use it for infused edibles and at the same time can be used with any type of container. Ethanol is well-known to provide uniform results and is easily recoverable from the substance. Step 1: Soak   Soak the plant material completely in the ethano