Common kinetic models:
Temperature influences:
Solid–liquid extraction (SLE) is the transfer of soluble components from a solid matrix into a liquid solvent. When performed at elevated temperatures (“hot” solid–liquid extraction) the process kinetics, equilibria, selectivity, and practical implementation change significantly. This review covers fundamentals, mechanisms, thermodynamics and kinetics, effects of temperature, common hot SLE methods, solvent selection, equipment and scale-up, process optimization, safety and environmental concerns, analytical considerations, and representative applications.
At its core, hot extraction leverages the principles of mass transfer and solubility. The addition of heat enhances the process through several key mechanisms: solid liquid extraction hot
Despite its advantages, hot solid-liquid extraction presents several challenges:
| Challenge | Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Thermal degradation | Prolonged exposure to high heat | Use shorter times or ASE under inert gas | | Emulsion formation | Polar/non-polar interactions | Add salt, change solvent ratio | | Matrix swelling | Solids absorb solvent, blocking flow | Pre-dry solids, use co-solvents (e.g., water-ethanol) | | Low reproducibility | Inconsistent temperature or particle size | Strictly standardize grinding and use thermostatic baths |
Soxhlet extraction
Accelerated Solvent Extraction (ASE) / Pressurized Liquid Extraction (PLE)
Microwave-Assisted Extraction (MAE)
Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction (UAE) with heated solvent Common kinetic models:
Superheated Water Extraction (subcritical water)
Hot compressed solvents like supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) with modifiers
Percolation or dynamic hot extraction