Issue 17, 2022

Bio-based 1,4-butanediol and tetrahydrofuran synthesis: perspective

Abstract

1,4-Butanediol (1,4-BDO) and tetrahydrofuran (THF) are important feedstocks for the synthesis of polyurethane elastomers, polybutylene succinate (PBS), polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), spandex fibers, special rubbers and special-purpose coatings, as well as universal solvents and important raw materials for organic synthesis. In this review, we will discuss in detail the current new bio-based methods for the synthesis of 1,4-BDO and THF, including catalytic hydrogenation or bio-conversion of sugars, succinic acid, and furfural to 1,4-BDO as well as bio-based furfural to obtain THF. The bio-based process for the production of 1,4-BDO and THF will show continuous competitiveness in the future post-petroleum era. It also provides an outlook on environmentally friendly and energy-efficient low-carbon processes for the green synthesis of 1,4-BDO and THF in the future post-petroleum era.

Graphical abstract: Bio-based 1,4-butanediol and tetrahydrofuran synthesis: perspective

Article information

Article type
Perspective
Submitted
15 Qas 2022
Accepted
08 Leq 2022
First published
09 Leq 2022

Green Chem., 2022,24, 6450-6466

Bio-based 1,4-butanediol and tetrahydrofuran synthesis: perspective

Y. Zhu, J. Yang, F. Mei, X. Li and C. Zhao, Green Chem., 2022, 24, 6450 DOI: 10.1039/D2GC02271K

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