Coffee Robusta (Coffea canephora) – Herbal Extraction Plant
Robusta coffee beans contain higher levels of caffeine and chlorogenic acids than Arabica, making them ideal for potent extracts used in weight loss, skin rejuvenation, sports supplements, and energizing formulas.
Extraction Process for Coffee Robusta
- Green Robusta beans (unroasted) are selected, cleaned, and dried.
- Beans are coarsely ground to enhance solvent contact.
- Solvent extraction (ethanol-water or hydroalcoholic) to target caffeine & polyphenols.
- Supercritical CO₂ extraction for high-purity caffeine and oil-based actives.
- Hot water extraction for cost-effective, traditional preparations.
- Removal of solids followed by vacuum evaporation to concentrate the extract.
- Either spray drying or freeze-drying is used to convert liquid to powder.
- Commonly standardized to 45%-50% chlorogenic acids and 2%+ caffeine.
Applications
- Weight management capsules
- Pre-workout energy supplements
- Cellulite creams, anti-aging serums
- Hair regrowth tonics
- Brightening face masks (detox and energize)
Spent grounds used for body scrubs, biochar, or compost
