Coupled Dehydration and Hydrogenation Catalysis for One-Pot Conversion of Saccharides into High-Value Furanic Compounds

Key Points

• This review summarizes the pivotal conversion of carbohydrates into furanic compounds through catalytic processes.
• Review the processes of dehydration and hydrogenation for converting saccharides.
• Examine high-value furanic compounds like 2,5-dimethylfuran and furfuryl alcohol.
• Analyze the implications for biomass valorization.
• Furanic compounds from saccharides represent a sustainable biomass conversion route.
• Coupled dehydration and hydrogenation can enhance yields of valuable chemicals.