Our research team has successfully optimized the extraction parameters for Pistacia lentiscus resin, increasing its polymeric purity for demanding industrial applications.
The process, developed at our facilities, employs a microwave-assisted hydrodistillation method that significantly reduces processing time and energy consumption while maintaining the integrity of key macromolecular chains.
Key Findings of the Study
- Extraction yield increased by 22% compared to conventional methods.
- Chemical profile characterized via GC-MS, confirming the stability of the major terpenoids.
- The purified resin demonstrated superior adhesive properties in shear tests for non-porous substrates.
These advances represent a significant step towards replacing synthetic petroleum-derived adhesives in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, where biocompatible and naturally sourced materials are required. The scalability of the process is currently in the pilot evaluation phase.
The research continues to focus on the controlled chemical modification of these polymers to expand their application range towards coatings and controlled-release matrices.