Direct Transformation of Furfural to 1,2-Pentanediol Using a Hydrotalcite-Supported Platinum Nanoparticle Catalyst

Abstract

Hydrotalcite-supported Pt nanoparticles catalyze the direct transformation of furfural to 1,2-pentanediol in a high yield of 73% under additive-free conditions. The Pt nanoparticle catalyst is easily recoverable and reusable while maintaining high activity and selectivity.