Conversion of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons into key monoaromatic hydrocarbons through partial hydrogenation and ring-opening using MoO x -loaded beta zeolite catalyst

Catalysis Science & Technology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Satoshi Suganuma, Sayaka Sekino, Kazuki Nakajima, Kazu Okumura, Etsushi Tsuji, Naonobu Katada
DOI: 10.1039/d5cy01293g
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References: 47

Abstract

High BTEX yield achieved from PAHs using MoO x /beta catalysts under high H 2 pressure; 52.8 C-mol% BTEX obtained from 2-ring PAHs, because MoO x can activate H 2 and synergize with Brønsted acid sites. This catalyst offers efficient PAH valorization.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Zeolite Catalysis and Synthesis Catalysis and Hydrodesulfurization Studies Catalysis for Biomass Conversion

Publication details

Journal / source
Catalysis Science & Technology
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
16
Issue
6
Pages
1925–1934
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN