Using magnetic molecularly imprinted polymers to efficiently extract and purify chlorogenic acid from Eucommia ulmoides leaves

Key Points

• Chlorogenic acid was extracted with a high yield using magnetic molecularly imprinted polymers, achieving purity levels above 90%.
• The extraction process was significantly enhanced by using customized polymers that selectively bind to chlorogenic acid.
• Observational analysis focused on the extraction efficiency and purification of bioactive compounds from plant leaves.
• These findings may promote the use of molecularly imprinted polymers for extracting various phytochemicals in future studies.