Multivalent Au Nanoparticles Accelerated ZnIn 2 S 4 Electron Transfer Kinetics for Sacrificial‐Agent‐Free of H 2 O 2 Photosynthesis

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Authors: Wanchuan Jin, Aoyun Wang, Xinhua Li, Yan Wang, Yuanhong Liu, Ruishi Xie, Rongrong Luo, Y Y Li
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Abstract

Photocatalytic hydrogen peroxide (H 2 O 2 ) production is a promising green and sustainable approach, but achieving high efficiency in pure water systems without the sacrificial agents remains a significant challenge. Here, gold (Au) nanoparticles with varying loadings are photodeposited onto the surface of ZnIn 2 S 4 (ZIS) nanoflowers to enhance photocatalytic H 2 O 2 production. The optimized Au 1000 ‐ZIS sample achieves an exceptional H 2 O 2 production rate of 906.13 µmol g −1 h −1 under pure water conditions, along with outstanding cycling stability. Mechanistic studies reveal that multivalent Au nanoparticles serve as efficient electron trapping sites, thereby significantly enhancing the spatial separation of photogenerated charge carriers and facilitating rapid charge transfer. This enhanced charge transfer kinetics facilitates H 2 O 2 photosynthesis through a dual‐channel process (2‐electron oxygen reduction and water oxidation) without any additional sacrificial agent. This study enhances the understanding of the critical role of Au as a cocatalyst in photocatalytic processes and presents a promising strategy for sustainable and efficient H 2 O 2 production.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques TiO2 Photocatalysis and Solar Cells Solar-Powered Water Purification Methods

Publication details

Journal / source
ChemSusChem
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
19
Issue
4
Pages
e202502442–e202502442
Publication date
18 February 2026
Language
EN