“…[1][2][3][4][5] 2,5-Dimethylfuran has been regarded as a potential platform chemical, which is easily prepared by the hydrodeoxygenation of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF). [2,[6][7][8] As seen in Figure 1, HMF has been known as an essential raw material in the production of valuable compounds such as levulinic acid, [9][10][11] 2,5-furandicarboxaldehyde and 2,5-furandicarboxylic acid, [12][13] 1,5-bis(5-(hydroxymethyl)furan-2-yl)penta-1,4-dien-3-one [14] , which are known as key precursors for biofuel, polymers, and energy technology. However, high cost is the main obstacle hindering the commercialization of HMF ($1119.30/100 g, 99 % purity, Sigma-Aldrich).…”