Oxidation of lignin model compounds by organic and transition metal-based electron transfer mediators

2002 ◽  
pp. 1182-1183 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dominic Rochefort ◽  
Robert Bourbonnais ◽  
Dónal Leech ◽  
Michael G. Paice
Keyword(s):  
Electron Transfer ◽  
Transition Metal ◽  
Model Compounds ◽  
Lignin Model Compounds ◽  
Lignin Model

Studies on electrooxidation of lignin and lignin model compounds. Part 1: Direct electrooxidation of non-phenolic lignin model compounds

Holzforschung ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 66 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Takumi Shiraishi ◽  
Toshiyuki Takano ◽  
Hiroshi Kamitakahara ◽  
Fumiaki Nakatsubo
Keyword(s):  
Electron Transfer ◽  
Cyclic Voltammetry ◽  
Carbonyl Compounds ◽  
Model Compounds ◽  
Lignin Model Compounds ◽  
Bulk Electrolysis ◽  
Lignin Model ◽  
Dimeric Compound ◽  
High Yields ◽  
Short Time

Abstract The direct anodic oxidation of non-phenolic lignin model compounds was investigated to understand their basic behaviors. The results of cyclic voltammetry (CV) studies of monomeric model, such as 1-(4-ethoxy-3-methoxyphenyl)ethanol, are interpreted as the oxidation for Cα-carbonylation did not proceed in the reaction without a catalyst, but a base promotes this reaction. Indeed, the bulk electrolyses of the monomeric lignin model compounds with 2,6-lutidine afforded the corresponding Cα-carbonyl compounds in high yields (60–80%). It is suggested that deprotonation at Cα-H in the ECEC mechanism (E=electron transfer and C=chemical step) is important for Cα-carbonylation. In the uncatalyzed bulk electrolysis of a β-O-4 model dimeric compound, 4-ethoxy-3-methoxyphenylglycerol-β-guaiacyl ether, the corresponding Cα-carbonyl compound was not detected but as a result of Cα-Cβcleavage 4-O-ethylvanillin was found in 40% yield. In the electrolysis reaction in the presence of 2,6-lutidine (as a sterically hindered light base), the reaction stopped for a short time unexpectedly. These results indicate the different electrochemical behavior of simple monomeric model compounds and dimeric β-O-4 models. The conclusion is that direct electrooxidation is unsuitable for Cα-carbonylation of lignin.

Transition-metal-free conversion of lignin model compounds to high-value aromatics: scope and chemoselectivity

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (16) ◽  
pp. 3761-3771 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tae Woo Lee ◽  
Jung Woon Yang
Keyword(s):  
Transition Metal ◽  
Free Base ◽  
Model Compounds ◽  
Lignin Model Compounds ◽  
Metal Free ◽  
Aromatic Alcohols ◽  
Lignin Model

A simple transition-metal-free base-promoted oxidative dehomologation of dilignol model compounds to the corresponding aromatic alcohols and acids was demonstrated.

Lignin to Value-Added Chemical Synthesis

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahdieh Sharifi ◽  
Ramyakrishna Pothu ◽  
Rajender Boddula ◽  
Inamuddin
Keyword(s):  
Ionic Liquids ◽  
Lignocellulosic Biomass ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Power Saving ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Glycerol Ether ◽  
Model Compounds ◽  
Lignin Model Compounds ◽  
Biomass Activity ◽  
Lignin Model

Background: There is a developing demand for innovation in petroleum systems replacements. Towards this aim, lignocellulosic biomass suggested as a possible sustainable source for the manufacturing of fuels and produced chemicals. The aims of this paper are to investigate different kinds of β-O-4 lignin model compounds for the production of value-added chemicals in presence of ionic liquids. Especially, a cheap β-O-4 lignin model Guaiacol glycerol ether (GGE) (Guaifenesin) is introduced to produce valuable chemicals and novel products. Methods: Research related to chemical depolymerization of lignocellulosic biomass activity is reviewed, the notes from different methods such as thermal and microwave collected during at least 10 years. So, this collection provides a good source for academic research and it gives an efficient strategy for the manufacturing of novel value-added chemicals at an industrial scale. Results: This research presented that ionic liquid microwave-assisted is a power saving, cost efficient, fast reaction, and clean way with high selectively and purity for production of high value chemicals rather that conversional heating. Guaiacol and catechol are some of these valuable chemicals that is produced from β-O-4 lignin model compounds with high word demands that are capable to produce in industry scale. Conclusion: The β-O-4 lignin model compounds such as Guaiacol glycerol ether (GGE) (Guaifenesin) are good platform for developing food materials, perfumery, biorefinery, and pharmaceutical industry by ionic liquids-assisted lignin depolymerization method.

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