Degradation of cellulose to 5-hydroxymethylfurfural and levulinic acid catalyzed by bifunctional temperature-responsive ionic liquids in a dual-liquid system

Industrial Crops and Products 2026 Open access

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Authors: Yushu Han, Xuan Feng, Xinran Li, Xuepu Cao, Guojing Xu, Lilong Zhou
DOI: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2026.123589
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Abstract

• Temperature-responsive ionic liquids catalyze cellulose degradation. • Cellulose was degraded into 5-HMF and LA catalyzed by B - and L - acid sites. • The total yield of 5-HMF and LA was 91.46% at 180 °C for 1 h. • The appropriate ratio of B - to L - acid was beneficial for the synthesis of 5-HMF/LA.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Catalysis for Biomass Conversion Advanced Cellulose Research Studies Ionic liquids properties and applications

Publication details

Journal / source
Industrial Crops and Products
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
248
Pages
123589–123589
Publication date
30 May 2026
Language
EN