Extraction of Cinnamaldehyde from Vietnamese Cinnamon for the Formulation of Emulsion Gel to Inhibit Biofilm Formation on Medical Devices

Author: Trần Hồng Ân, Phạm Hà Ngọc, Thái Hồng Quỳnh Chi, Nguyễn Linh Chi, Đỗ Thị Phương An

Company/Institution: BKSTAR EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY JOINT STOCK COMPANY

Country: Vietnam

e-mail: bkstar.stem@gmail.com

web: bkstar.com.vn

This invention involves the extraction of cinnamaldehyde from Vietnamese cinnamon and its incorporation into an emulsion gel formulation. The gel is designed to inhibit biofilm formation on medical devices, offering a natural, effective antimicrobial solution. It aims to reduce healthcare-associated infections and enhance the safety of medical equipment.