Rational integration of fluorine and hydroxyl functionalities in UiO-66 metal−organic framework for enhanced propylene/propane separation

Key Points

• This research aims to enhance hydrocarbon separation using modified UiO-66 frameworks.
• Developed UiO-66-F₂(OH)₂ incorporating fluorine and hydroxyl groups.
• Evaluated the chemical and thermal stability of the modified framework.
• Conducted separation experiments for propylene and propane.
• UiO-66-F₂(OH)₂ shows improved chemical stability compared to UiO-66.
• Thermal stability is enhanced in the presence of fluorine.
• Effective separation of propylene from propane is demonstrated.