Optimization of mechanochemical-assisted extraction of hesperidin from Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae

Mechanochemical-assisted extraction (MCAE) of hesperidin from Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae was investigated in AGO-2 high intensity planetary activator. In order to optimize extraction efficiency, six variables (different kinds of reagents, Na2CO3 content, grinding time, extraction temperature, extraction time, liquid/solid ratio) were varied. Results showed that the optimum MCAE conditions were determined as: Na2CO3 content of 30.0% (w/w), grinding time 20 min, extraction temperature 20 degrees C, extraction time 10 min, liquid/solid ratio of 80:1 mL/g. Meanwhile, enhancement of solubility was measured. Fourier transform-infrared spectrometer and scanning electron microscope were used to illustrate structure change of hesperidin after mechanochemical pretreatment. With the optimized parameter settings, MCAE with water as solvent gave the highest hesperidin yield while reducing both extraction time and energy costs compared to the heat-reflux and superfine grinding extraction.