Post-synthetic sulfonation of MIL-101(Cr) enabling high-performance fructose conversion to 5-HMF

Key Points

• This research aims to develop more effective solid acid catalysts for converting fructose into 5-HMF.
• Conducted sulfonation of MIL-101(Cr)
• Evaluated catalytic performance in fructose conversion
• Assessed structural resilience and efficiency
• Achieved significantly higher fructose conversion rates
• Demonstrated improved stability of the catalyst
• Established effectiveness in biomass valorization