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Oak barks as raw materials for the extraction of polyphenols for the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors: A regional case study

Oak barks as raw materials for the extraction of polyphenols for the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors: A regional case study

Authors :
Aurore Richel
Jacques Hebert
Pierre-Louis Bombeck
Nicolas Jacquet
Maxime Dedrie
Source :
Industrial Crops and Products. 70:316-321
Publication Year :
2015
Publisher :
Elsevier BV, 2015.

Abstract

Despite their potential for chemical recycling, residues from forest harvesting and wood processing are mostly used for industrial applications with low added value (energy, paper pulp, and panels). Bark of both oak species, Quercus robur L. 1753, Quercus petraea (Matt.) Liebl. 1784 is a by-product from sawmill and pulp mill activities. Bark is mainly used as a fuel for the same wood plants. The aim of this study is to look at the feasibility of enhancing the value of this material through the extraction of bioactive molecules, such as polyphenols (i.e. catechin, gallic, and ellagic acids). First, the effect of industrial storage of logs and bark on their polyphenol content was explored. Then, referring to the selection of tan oaks in the past, the question of an optimum harvesting age is addressed in order to maximize the polyphenol content of the barks. In the end, molecular diversity of bark is examined through the identification of molecules of interest, using different chromatographic analyses. The results show an effect of the industrial context and an effect of the raw material age on the chemical properties of the bark. First investigations also highlight molecules of interest and the molecular diversity, which needs to be further explored.

Details

ISSN :
09266690
Volume :
70
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Industrial Crops and Products
Accession number :
edsair.doi...........6570154bf12e491d4ab8457e64684677
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indcrop.2015.03.071