Novel naturally derived encapsulation agents in the ionic liquid form for sustainable emulsion-based products†

Abstract

We present a strategy to encapsulate bioactive compounds using novel encapsulation agents in the ionic liquid form combining naturally derived functional compounds, such as choline and fatty acids, as exemplified by the resultant emulsion with high encapsulation efficiency (78%) of eucalyptol from rosemary essential oil and high emulsion stability (>1 month).