30 Jun 2026
Amar Equipment Pvt. Ltd. (AEPL) has successfully installed its first Supercritical Fluid Extraction (SCFE) plant in the UAE for the production of 1.0 MT date seed oil per year. Delivered for a confidential customer, this installation marks an important milestone in AEPL’s journey of providing advanced high-pressure extraction technologies for natural, sustainable, and high-value products.
The installed plant is designed for supercritical CO2 extraction, a clean and efficient fluid extraction technique widely preferred for natural product processing. With a design pressure of 450 bar, integrated CO2 recycling facility, and advanced PLC/SCADA/PC-based automation, the system is engineered for reliable operation, process efficiency, and consistent output quality.
Supercritical CO2 extraction is a modern extraction process that uses carbon dioxide in its supercritical state to separate valuable compounds from natural raw materials. This advanced fluid extraction method is widely used where product purity, natural composition, and sustainability are important.
Unlike conventional solvent-based extraction methods, supercritical CO2 extraction helps obtain high-quality oils without leaving harmful solvent residues in the final product. The use of carbon dioxide also makes the process suitable for applications that demand cleaner and more environmentally responsible extraction solutions.
In this installation, the integrated CO2 recycling facility further improves process efficiency by allowing reuse of carbon dioxide during operation. This supports reduced consumption, improved sustainability, and better overall process economics.
Date seeds are a valuable natural resource that can be converted into high-quality oil through advanced extraction technology. Date seed oil obtained through the supercritical CO2 extraction process is 100% natural, sustainable, and nutrient-rich, making it suitable for a wide range of personal care and cosmetic applications.
With rising demand for natural and plant-based ingredients, date seed oil is gaining importance as a value-added ingredient in formulations focused on skin care, hair care, and scalp health.
Date seed oil finds application in:
Its natural origin and nutrient-rich properties make it an attractive ingredient for brands looking to develop sustainable and high-performance personal care products.
The SCFE plant installed by AEPL functions as a high-performance supercritical CO2 extraction machine designed for operation at a 450 bar design pressure. This high-pressure capability is critical in supercritical CO2 extraction, as it allows better control over extraction efficiency, selectivity, and final product quality.
The system is equipped with PLC/SCADA/PC-based automation, allowing operators to monitor and control key process parameters with precision. This advanced automation supports process repeatability, safety, data monitoring, and ease of operation.
Key specifications of the installed supercritical CO2 extraction machine include:
These features make the plant suitable for reliable and sustainable extraction of high-value natural oils.
The successful installation of this SCFE plant in the UAE highlights AEPL’s capability to deliver advanced supercritical CO2 extraction machines for specialized natural product applications. By enabling the production of date seed oil from an agricultural by-product, the technology supports sustainable value creation and better resource utilization.
Date seed oil production through supercritical CO2 extraction offers an opportunity to transform date seeds into a premium natural oil for cosmetics and personal care applications. This aligns with the growing global focus on sustainability, clean processing, and value-added use of natural raw materials.
AEPL has strong expertise in designing and manufacturing high-pressure systems for supercritical CO2 extraction, fluid extraction, and other advanced process applications. The successful installation of this SCFE plant demonstrates AEPL’s ability to engineer complete extraction solutions with high-pressure design, automation, safety, and process efficiency.
From concept to installation, AEPL focuses on delivering systems that meet customer requirements while supporting reliable long-term operation. The combination of high-pressure engineering, CO2 recycling, and automated process control makes AEPL’s SCFE technology suitable for industries working with natural extracts, oils, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and specialty products.
AEPL’s first SCFE plant installation in the UAE for date seed oil production is a significant step in supporting sustainable and high-quality natural oil extraction. With a production capacity of 1.0 MT date seed oil per year, 450 bar design pressure, CO2 recycling facility, and PLC/SCADA/PC-based automation, the plant is built to deliver clean, efficient, and reliable supercritical CO2 extraction performance.
This installation further strengthens AEPL’s position as a trusted technology partner for advanced fluid extraction solutions, helping industries convert natural raw materials into high-value products through cleaner and more sustainable processes.
