Exploring untapped potential of the molecular precursor approach to control the fluorine-doping in mesostructured titania for acid catalysis

Key Points

• Introducing controlled fluorine into titania enhances its properties and performance in acid catalysis.
• A unique F/Ti ratio was established using molecular precursors to optimize the fluorination process.
• This approach offers a new avenue for developing fluorinated titania variants tailored for specific catalytic applications.
• The findings open up new potential for utilizing titania in various industrial processes through enhanced acid catalysis.