Production of 2-Methylfuran by Vapor-Phase Hydrogenation of Furfural

Burnett, Lucas; Johns, I. B.; Holdren, R. F.; Hixon, R. M.

doi:10.1021/ie50459a034

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“…Different metal based catalysts including Cu, Ni, Fe have been reported for the selective production of 2-MF in the liquid or vapor phase (Burnett et al, 1948;Zheng et al, 2006;Sitthisa et al, 2011). Different Cu-based catalysts and catalyst carriers were initially studied in the vapor phase hydrogenation of furfural to 2-MF.…”

Section: Hydrogenation Of Furfuralmentioning

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Hydrodeoxygenation processes: Advances on catalytic transformations of biomass-derived platform chemicals into hydrocarbon fuels

Saha

Luque

2015

Bioresource Technology

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Lignocellulosic biomass provides an attractive source of renewable carbon that can be sustainably converted into chemicals and fuels. Hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) processes have recently received considerable attention to upgrade biomass-derived feedstocks into liquid transportation fuels. The selection and design of HDO catalysts plays an important role to determine the success of the process. This review has been aimed to emphasize recent developments on HDO catalysts in effective transformations of biomass-derived platform molecules into hydrocarbon fuels with reduced oxygen content and improved H/C ratios. Liquid hydrocarbon fuels can be obtained by combining oxygen removal processes (e.g. dehydration, hydrogenation, hydrogenolysis, decarbonylation etc.) as well as by increasing the molecular weight via C-C coupling reactions (e.g. aldol condensation, ketonization, oligomerization, hydroxyalkylation etc.). Fundamentals and mechanistic aspects of the use of HDO catalysts in deoxygenation reactions will also be discussed.

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Section: Hydrogenation Of Furfuralmentioning

confidence: 99%

Hydrodeoxygenation processes: Advances on catalytic transformations of biomass-derived platform chemicals into hydrocarbon fuels

Saha

Luque

2015

Bioresource Technology

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“…[309] Synthetically,2-MF can be obtained by the hydrogenation of furfural via 2-furfuryl alcohol (2-FFOH) as an intermediate (Scheme 3). [310][311][312][313][314][315] The direct reaction generally requires high temperatures (up to 280 8 8C) at high pressures of H 2 ,which results in the formation of 2-MF in addition to the side products 2-pentanone, 2-pentanol, and 2-MTHF. [310] Theh igh-temperature/high-pressure catalytic hydrogenation of 2-furfuryl alcohol in the vapor phase over aheteroge- neous copper catalyst is carried out on an industrial scale, although only with small capacities because of the limited market volume.…”

Section: -Methylfuran (2-mf)mentioning

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Advanced Biofuels and Beyond: Chemistry Solutions for Propulsion and Production

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Sustainably produced biofuels, especially when they are derived from lignocellulosic biomass, are being discussed intensively for future ground transportation. Traditionally, research activities focus on the synthesis process, while leaving their combustion properties to be evaluated by a different community. This Review adopts an integrative view of engine combustion and fuel synthesis, focusing on chemical aspects as the common denominator. It will be demonstrated that a fundamental understanding of the combustion process can be instrumental to derive design criteria for the molecular structure of fuel candidates, which can then be targets for the analysis of synthetic pathways and the development of catalytic production routes. With such an integrative approach to fuel design, it will be possible to improve systematically the entire system, spanning biomass feedstock, conversion process, fuel, engine, and pollutants with a view to improve the carbon footprint, increase efficiency, and reduce emissions.

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“…Furfural (FUR) has garnered significant attention due to its annual production of approximately 300 kt and the enhanced chemical reactivity of its two functionalities, the aldehyde group and aromatic ring . These functionalities allow FUR to undergo various reaction pathways including hydrogenation, reductive amination, decarbonylation, and aldol condensation . Specifically, 2‐methylfuran (2MF) produced through the hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) of FUR is of enormous interest as a fuel additive and a precursor of derived biofuels …”

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Highly Active Mesoporous Cu−Al₂O₃ Catalyst for the Hydrodeoxygenation of Furfural to 2‐methylfuran

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While furfural has great potential as a platform chemical through diverse conversion pathways, 2‐methylfuran is one of the key components as a fuel additive and a precursor of derived biofuels. However, catalyst design to control reactivity of active species to furfural has been challenging. Herein, we demonstrate that a mesoporous Cu−Al2O3 catalyst prepared by solvent‐deficient precipitation shows the enhancement of furfural hydrodeoxygenation performance. Not only is the unique pore structure provided, but also the synergistic effects of improved Cu accessibility, co‐existence of Cu0/Cu+ states, and strong metal‐support interaction contribute to the superior activity and stability. Additionally, essential parameters for the synthesis and the test reaction are studied to improve the selectivity to 2‐methylfuran. The employed catalyst preparation method opens a new channel for tailoring the bifunctionality of supported Cu catalysts.

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Production of 2-Methylfuran by Vapor-Phase Hydrogenation of Furfural

Cited by 86 publications

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Hydrodeoxygenation processes: Advances on catalytic transformations of biomass-derived platform chemicals into hydrocarbon fuels

Hydrodeoxygenation processes: Advances on catalytic transformations of biomass-derived platform chemicals into hydrocarbon fuels

Advanced Biofuels and Beyond: Chemistry Solutions for Propulsion and Production

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Production of 2-Methylfuran by Vapor-Phase Hydrogenation of Furfural

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Hydrodeoxygenation processes: Advances on catalytic transformations of biomass-derived platform chemicals into hydrocarbon fuels

Hydrodeoxygenation processes: Advances on catalytic transformations of biomass-derived platform chemicals into hydrocarbon fuels

Advanced Biofuels and Beyond: Chemistry Solutions for Propulsion and Production

Highly Active Mesoporous Cu−Al2O3 Catalyst for the Hydrodeoxygenation of Furfural to 2‐methylfuran

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