Valorization of spent hops: a techno-economic analysis of bioactive extract production using conventional solvent and supercritical fluid extraction methods

Journal of Cleaner Production 2026 Open access

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Authors: Micheli L. Monte, Bibiana Silva, Camila Kolling, Rafael Lipinski Paes, Nauro da Silveira, Débora Pez Jaeschke, Tito Roberto Sant’Anna Cadaval, Luiz Antônio de Almeida Pinto
DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2026.148636
Cited by: 3
References: 43

Abstract

• Spent hops retain valuable bioactive compounds suitable for valorization. • Ethanol and supercritical CO 2 extraction were compared by techno-economic analysis. • Supercritical CO 2 extraction yielded extracts with higher antioxidant activity. • Valorization of defatted biomass improved the economic performance of SFE. • Supercritical CO 2 extraction showed superior profitability.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Hops Chemistry and Applications Fermentation and Sensory Analysis Chromatography in Natural Products

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Cleaner Production
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
566
Pages
148636–148636
Publication date
31 May 2026
Language
EN