Solanesol

                   

• Solanesol is a polyisoprenoid alcohol found in tobacco leaves & is an intermediate compound in the synthesis of several Nutraceutical products.
• Solanesol is rich in Coenzyme Q10 -- a physiologically active substance with high pharmaceutical value.
• Three extraction methods are used for Solanesol recovery which are heat-reflux extraction, microwave-assisted extraction and ultrasound-assisted extraction.
• Solanesol derivatives are also known to prevent ulcer and liver disease.