Carbon-based catalysts for biodiesel production-A review

Jack Clohessy, Witold Kwapinski

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Abstract

In recent years, a new class of superior heterogeneous acid catalyst for biodiesel production has emerged. These catalysts offer advantages over their predecessors such as high surface area, elevated acid site density, enhanced catalyst activity, good operation stability and relevant economic affordability in an environmentally friendly frame. This review was concerned with carbon-based solid acid (CBAS) catalysts derived from both carbohydrate and pyrolysis products. A series of CBASs with various origins such as D-glucose, sucrose, starch, cellulose and vegetable oil asphalt, converted to char and sulphonated, have been explored as potential heterogeneous catalysts. Catalyst preparation and synthesis methods were briefly summarized. Catalyst characterization and performance for biofuels related reactions were elucidated, identifying potential research applications. Three catalysts in particular were identified as having potential for industrial application and requiring further research.

Original languageEnglish
Article number918
JournalApplied Sciences (Switzerland)
Volume10
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Feb 2020

Keywords

  • Biochar
  • Biofuel
  • Biomass
  • Carbohydrate
  • Heterogeneous acid catalyst
  • Transesterification

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