Demonstrates selective hydrogenation of nitriles to secondary amines using a cellulose-supported bimetal catalyst, suggesting efficiency in green chemical processes.
Key Points
The research aims to develop a bimetallic catalyst for the selective hydrogenation of nitriles to secondary amines.
Fabrication of 1% Pd-5% Ni/Cellulose catalyst using cellulose as support.
Evaluation of the catalyst’s performance in hydrogenation reactions.
Assessment of selectivity and conversion rates for nitriles.
Achieved over 95% conversion of nitriles.
Demonstrated 95% selectivity towards secondary amines.
Showed enhanced catalytic activity due to bi-metal interaction.