Furfural Valorization to γ‑Valerolactone over Zr/Sn Zeolite-Supported Catalysts in a Liquid-Phase Continuous Flow Reactor.

ABSTRACT: This work presents for the first time the combined effect of Sn and Zr in the conversion of furfural (FU) to γ-valerolactone (GVL) by using a single liquid-phase continuous flow reactor. To address the high costs and environmental impact of this cascade reaction, catalytic transfer hydrogenation is a promising approach, utilizing alcohols as hydrogen donors in place of molecular H₂. This process, which requires both Lewis and Bro̷nsted acidity, when coupled with heterogeneous catalysts, offers a potentially more cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative. The production of GVL in one pot has been studied using Sn- and Zr-based catalysts supported on dealuminated zeolite Y. The bimetallic catalyst with a Sn:Zr at. ratio of 1:1 achieved the best performance, reaching

SUBMITTER: Saraceni V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12797859 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature