targeting high conversion yield and high selectivity toward products such as FFCA
[37], DFF [38], FDCA [39]. As depicted in Scheme 11.2, each derivative is produced with a yield and selectivity as close as possible to 100%.
h
Polyesters
Polyamides
Polyurethanes
Plasticizers
PEF
Paints
Esters
Adhesive
Solvents
Precursors of levulinic and succinic acids
Pharmaceuticals
Resins
Nylon
Fire
foams
Scheme 11.2 Monomeric compounds obtained from HMF and their applications
Scheme 11.3 Oxidation
cleavage of HMF
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