solvent extraction in which the amount of reagent used is lower than that dictated by stoichiometry. If the constants of formation and extraction of the complexes are high, the amount of extracted metal is dictated by the amount of extractant introduced.
Source:
PAC, 1993, 65, 2373. 'Nomenclature for liquid-liquid distribution (solvent extraction) (IUPAC Recommendations 1993)' on page 2379 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199365112373)