Rhodiola Rosea Extraction Plant
Mechotech’s Rhodiola rosea Extraction Plant is purpose-built to extract powerful adaptogenic compounds from the roots of Rhodiola rosea — a hardy alpine herb known for enhancing mental clarity, energy, and stress resistance. This highly sensitive botanical demands precision handling, which is ensured through our optimized, low-temperature extraction systems.
Raw Material Used
- Dried roots of Rhodiola rosea
- Wildcrafted or cultivated from high-altitude, cold-climate regions
- Cleaned, sliced, and dried under controlled conditions to preserve active compounds
Extraction Methods
- Solvent Used: Hydro-alcoholic solution (Ethanol + Water)
- Type: Cold or mild-temperature percolation / Soxhlet-style batch extraction
- Temperature Range: 40°C – 55°C (to preserve rosavins and salidroside)
- Duration: 4–8 hours depending on root maturity and solvent ratio
Post-Extraction Processing
- Drying Options: Spray drying, freeze drying (for high-purity adaptogen products)
- Form Available: Liquid extract, fine powder, or resinous concentrate
- Standardization: Calibrated for Rosavins (≥3%) and Salidroside (≥1%) depending on application
Applications
- Adaptogenic and nootropic herbal supplements
- Energy boosters and cognitive performance formulas
- teas and liquid extracts
- Anti-fatigue nutraceuticals and stress management products
Plant Features
- GMP & food-grade compliant SS316L construction
- Low-temperature operation to preserve delicate bioactives
- Flame-proof design for ethanol handling
- Scalable batch capacity: 100L – 3000L
- Advanced solvent recovery and vacuum concentration systems
Utilities Required
- Steam boiler or electric heater
- Vacuum pump and rotary evaporator
- Chilled water plant (for solvent recovery and preservation)
- Flame-proof control panel for safety with alcohol
