Fractionation and characterization of lignin streams from unique high-lignin content endocarp feedstocks.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Lignin is a promising source of building blocks for upgrading to valuable aromatic chemicals and materials. Endocarp biomass represents a non-edible crop residue in an existing agricultural setting which cannot be used as animal feed nor soil amendment. With significantly higher lignin content and bulk energy density, endocarps have significant advantages to be converted into both biofuel and bioproducts as compared to other biomass resources. Deep eutectic solvent (DES) is highly effective in fractionating lignin from a variety of biomass feedstocks with high yield and purity while at lower cost comparing to certain ionic liquids.

Results

In the present study, the structural and compositional features of peach and walnut endocarp cells were characterized. Compare

SUBMITTER: Li W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6222996 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature