
Neem seed extracts are most widely used in various industries. Neem
seeds are extracted both by aqueous and solvent methods. It is one of
the highest and richest source containing concentrated active compounds.
Neem Seed Extraction Process
Neem seeds undergo different extraction method depending on their use
and the active principle or chemical compound required.
- Steam Distillation
- Aqueous Extraction
- Organic Solvent Extraction
Properties of Neem Seed Extracts
- Anti Bacterial
- Anti inflammatory
- Antiviral
- Anti fungal
- Germicidal
- Anti Microbial
Use of Neem Seed Extracts
- Agricultural products : Neem seed extracts have
high content of azadirachtin, hence they are of immense use in
manufacturing organic pesticides, insecticides.
- Cosmetics : The anti fungal and anti bacterial
properties of the neem leaf extracts helps it to be widely used in various
skin and body lotions, skin creams and moisturizers. It is also used
to make face packs etc.
- Pharmaceuticals : Seed extracts are also used
to manufacture medicines and drugs curing quite a few diseases and
disorders. It is used to manufacture medicated creams curing
pimples, blemishes and other skin infections. It is also used to
manufacture birth control products