Natural-based catalysts for 5-hydroxymethylfurfural production from cane syrup for pharmaceutical applications

RSC Advances 2026 Open access

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Authors: Nattee Akkarawatkhoosith, Rathakron Suknasaeng, Yada Chaiyasit, Attasak Jaree, Tiprawee Tongtummachat
DOI: 10.1039/d5ra08563b
Cited by: 1
References: 41

Abstract

, and a catalyst loading of 30 wt%, yielding a 5-HMF yield of 76.9% with a selectivity of 89.6%. Following purification, the obtained 5-HMF exhibited a purity of 99%. These outcomes exceed previously reported yields for comparable renewable feedstocks, highlighting this approach as a promising pathway to producing high-purity 5-HMF for food and pharmaceutical applications.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Catalysis for Biomass Conversion Carbon dioxide utilization in catalysis Enzyme Catalysis and Immobilization

Publication details

Journal / source
RSC Advances
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
16
Issue
5
Pages
4420–4431
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN