Solvent extraction is widely used in the food industry for various applications: *Extraction of valuable components:* 1. Edible oils (e.g., vegetable oils, nut oils) 2. Essential oils (e.g., citrus, mint) 3. Flavor compounds (e.g., vanilla, coffee) 4. Colorants (e.g., beta-carotene, lycopene) 5. Vitamins and minerals *Food processing:* 1. Oilseed processing (e.g., soybean, sunflower) 2. Coffee and tea extraction 3. Spice extraction (e.g., pepper, cinnamon) 4. Fruit and vegetable juice extraction 5. Production of food additives (e.g., emulsifiers, stabilizers) *Purification and refining:* 1. Removal of impurities and contaminants 2. Degumming and refining of edible oils 3. Purification of food-grade solvents *Specific applications:* 1. Production of: - Instant coffee - Tea concentrates - Fruit juice concentrates - Spice blends 2. Extraction of: - Omega-3 fatty acids - Probiotics - Prebiotic fibers 3. Development of: - Functional foods - Nutraceuticals