Shota Mizuno

Hydrolysis of Lignin α-O-4 Model Compounds Using Strong Acid Catalyst in Water

Efficient and sustainable cleavage of α-O-4 ether linkages is a critical initial step in lignin valorization. In this study, we present two highly effective catalytic protocols for the cleavage of C–O bonds in lignin α-O-4 model compounds under mild conditions (100 °C) that do not require organic solvents. Benzyl phe...